Convincing people
Part of establishing trust, or being able to convince someone, is sensing the different needs of different people.
- If you’re trying to sell someone a product, and they trust you immediately, you know you’re going to be able to do your job.
- If you sense you’re with someone who needs more convincing, see if there’s a tool you can use to help develop a bond with your potential customer.
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