Cracking the Pareto Code
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Cracking the Pareto Code
Summary
Want to be among the top 20% of salespeople globally? Discover how to leverage Pareto's Law (the 80/20 Rule) and create a 90-day action plan to achieve success!
Understanding the 80/20 Rule
Have you heard of the 80/20 Rule? This principle suggests that in any sales team, 20% of the members generate 80% of the sales, while the rest compete for the remaining 20%. Which group do you aspire to join?"the successful Top 20%, whom I like to call Sales HEROES?
The origin of this rule traces back to Vilfredo Pareto, an 18th-century Italian economist. His research in economics and productivity revealed that 80% of results often come from 20% of efforts. This concept applies across various scenarios: 80% of profits typically come from 20% of employees, 80% of arrests in law enforcement are made by 20% of officers, and even in customer service, 20% of clients may create 80% of the problems.
Applying Pareto’s Law to Sales
To become a Sales HERO, implement Pareto's Law to your advantage by crafting an action plan that works with the law, not against it. Activities like meetings, crisis management, phone calls, and paperwork aren’t part of the critical 20% that directly drives new business. The one task essential to achieving sales goals is cold calling or prospecting.
No strategy can bypass Pareto’s Law; it's crucial to accept the unchangeable rules of this numeric game. Decide to play by these rules or step back.
Prospecting with Pareto’s Law
How many prospecting calls do you need to make? Let's use Pareto’s Law. Suppose you aim to complete 100 prospecting calls. You’ll likely need to make five attempts to reach one decision-maker (20%). Therefore, you’ll make 500 attempts to reach your goal. Of the 100 decision-makers you connect with, 20 will show genuine interest and stay in your pipeline, while 80 won't be interested at that time.
Through appointments and follow-ups, you’ll find that 80% (or 16) of the 20 interested prospects may not purchase immediately. It’s not a reflection of your skills?"it’s simply the law. But don't worry; they might return later. This leaves four decision-makers who choose your product. Congratulations! You've landed your first four sales. While this may seem modest for the effort involved, it’s a proven formula to become a Sales HERO in 90 days.
Building Momentum
Dedicate 80% of your productive time to prospecting for three consecutive months. Once established, you’ll only need to invest 20% of your time in prospecting to maintain momentum. As you progress in your sales career, you'll learn skills and techniques to work smarter, leveraging relationships and referrals.
Whenever you start fresh or hit a slump, initiate a 90-day action plan embracing Pareto’s Law. This strategy will set you on the path to becoming part of the Top 20% of salespeople worldwide.
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