What would you do if you can’t impress someone at the first sight?

@ifa225 (14468)
Indonesia
April 16, 2011 7:48pm CST
I am trying to sell something to my neighbor. I want to approach them and impress them. But it is hard for me to do that since I am not really good in luring..lol.. Can you give me some suggestions?
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14 responses
• United States
17 Apr 11
Hello ifa Usually I don't like to mix business with people I know, especially if I have to see them often. Only reason is if later they are not satisfied they get all bent of shape and forever be upset. But if you and the neighbor have a good understanding then all you can to do is show and explain the positives sides of the product and hopefully he then will buy it. Maybe a little room for negotiation of the price. But do remind the friend that it is a final sale and or how far you are willing to go in the event let's say 1 year down the line, since I do not know the product, but let's say if it is electronics, that he/she cannot comeback for life to expect you to help and or fix whatever issues. Some people are like this that think we will guarantee a product unreasonably. Good luck and hope all goes well with the sale.
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@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
17 Apr 11
Hi HWG i am thinking of the bad and good idea too in selling to the person with people i know . they will think of me bad if something happen with the goods or does not work appropriately as i say. i guess i have to sell in public place
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
believe me HWG, even suny is not having an MBA but his suggestion is like the expert one i wonder if there is any guarantee if we fail in selling if we use his tips and trick
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
17 Apr 11
Hi ifa Me a sales guy I find it as a nightmare for me. Selling anything never comes to me. I am worst at this. But yes, I can suggest you this - I know it is against the ethics of marketing and sales but still - How about telling this neighbor - "Dear, I need you to be the first customer for this product I am selling. I see it will be a great start and my luck charm will be you.". Maybe this neighbor has a heart and understands.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
27 Apr 11
now selling a thing is a big challenge for you i think..you should try it Sid you are good in suggestion huh..? and] very good in touching other heart too
@dpk262006 (58679)
• Delhi, India
17 Apr 11
Hi dear! It is not an easy task to sell a product or service to your neighbor. Though, you can give it a try by telling him/her rather highlighting all the positive points in the product. You can offer to return the money if s/he does not like the product, say within 2 days. Having said that you can sell it to me, provided it is of my use ......... Lol!
@dpk262006 (58679)
• Delhi, India
27 Apr 11
Agreed! I will gladly pay you for food because I firmly believe that you would prepare some good stuff.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
don't worry.. it is good on me, but i don't know if it is with you
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
27 Apr 11
Hi Dpk, if i am selling a food, i bet the garranty will be over during the delivery and you still have to pay me even the food is not delicious
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
17 Apr 11
It is very difficult, making people buy things that we offer. I also do not have the capacity for it. I can only offer it, can not appeal for someone to buy.
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@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
27 Apr 11
that is how i did... i tell them about the products, but maybe i have to describe it in an interesting way so they want to buy it. anyway, this is challenge me
@shibham (16977)
• India
17 Apr 11
Hahaha.. nothing hard at all. Just try to find out what your neighbor's favorite dish or beverage? Then make it ( you may buy from outside but have to say that you have made it... a lie, but not at all...). Then offer it and try to discuss the matter. Have a nice day.
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@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
now eating while discussing would be a great solution. i bet they would buy it cause they feel that they had owe me for that food
@adnileb (5287)
• Philippines
17 Apr 11
Hi ifa!! I think you should get to know them for some time so by next time, you'll be able to endorse your product while having a chit chat with them. By this means, you'll have a greater possibility of having your goods sold. Plus, if you start a god conversation or relation with them, you can widen your market along with their friends. Befriend them first. The more friends you have within the neighborhood, the more chances of having your products sold.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
17 Apr 11
Hi Adnil, it is good tips to make friend with them first. but i don't like when they buy it just because they are my friends. i want them buy cause they want to and they need to. it is a real satisfaction if i can sell that way
@adnileb (5287)
• Philippines
17 Apr 11
Oh, I said more chances of having your products sold. So most likely, they won't buy your product because you're friends with them.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
right, having more conversation will bring us closely and open the chance to sell the goods. i hope with this good relation they would consider to buy it cause they fee that they need it
@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
18 Apr 11
It's going to be hard too , I'm not good at persuading people to coax someone to buy. I'm the worst salesman ever , LoL. Maybe you can try to you know , just promote the product at a whim. Like through word of mouth .. not just your neighbor but anybody else at all. See how it goes..like oh yeah this product is good , I've been using it for awhile now... and if it happens , it happens.
@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
28 Apr 11
Hahhahah , then we'll be like trying to sell lots of ice to the Eskimo ... Yup , that sounds strange. You've not heard mine , I think I'm more worst than you. Haha ...thanks for this great chat ifa. You have a great day.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
i will bet that Eskimo would already run if they see me bringing those ice... you should share yours zed...we can laugh it together
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
27 Apr 11
Hi Zed, i am not good too in selling something,,don't worry, you are not alone. i am to shame to tell someone , "hi i am selling this product, would you buy it??" hehe..that is sound too straight huh? LOL maybe your way is pretty good than mine
@Hatley (163772)
• Garden Grove, California
17 Apr 11
hi ifa try telling them about someone you may both know who bought this item or has one like it as everyone likes endorsements from someone they really trust. lol loll
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
17 Apr 11
Hi Mrs.hatley, maybe i will bring some witnesses from who had buy the goods. hat could be a good explanation and drives them to buy. a positive review would be good too
@jaiho2009 (39140)
• Philippines
17 Apr 11
hello ifa, I know it's not easy to sell when you are not expert with selling. All you have to do is give the advantage why they need to buy that product,and also give them some comparison if they buy it from the market...and why it's best to buy it directly from you
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
27 Apr 11
Hello Jaiho, wow, that is a great tips. are you a good seller Jaiho? or have you ever make a big seller before?. i would like to hear farther from you.
@sender621 (14889)
• United States
17 Apr 11
We can only impress someone with the person that we are. it can't just happen at first sight. people have to get to know each other first. After that comes the time for really making an impression on somene.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
Hi sender, but love happens at the first sight there was a time that i am in love with a clothes and i can't see another one. even if the clothes is very expensive i would buy it. but how can make them in love at the first sight that is the tough one.
@babyEj (1522)
• Philippines
17 Apr 11
At first, have a great smile that is noticeable. Then have a normal discussions like how's life these days. While having a good conversation butt in the intention of introducing the product. Encourage him/her to the advantages of this product. if you think he/she isn't sure with his answer whether he/she likes it give your contact number where you can easily be reached.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
Hi baby, wow that is a good plan to approaching them and then sell it. i know that it is polite to have a little conversation with them first before selling. maybe i have to learn to do it more
• India
17 Apr 11
Well to others maybe you can try and be a convincing salesman and help others and convince them enough with lies and a good voice. But since it's your own neighbours i suggest that you go and explain to them carefully about your problem and i am sure that they would be able to help you out with whatever is the problem you have. They would see that you are trying something here and with some convincing and some luck i am sure you would be able to sell them off whatever you have with you! Cheers!
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
that is it. i am so shy to convince them. i can't do that face mimic of convincing maybe i should try in the mirror and who knows i can manage my voice, my words and my mimic
@QeeGood (1213)
• Sweden
17 Apr 11
Be honest with a positive attitude, where you think what you are selling is the best you can have. It is something everybody needs to have.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
28 Apr 11
Hi Qee, maybe i have to write down first why the product is needed to have by everyone. i should convince them that this things is a must have one. i hope i can make it with this way. thanks a lot for your tips
@sashakiddo (1102)
• United States
17 Apr 11
Maybe one thing you could do is use the product or item in front of them. If it's something such as sports equipment or tools you can take it outside and use it. If it's make up you could wear it. Also, show an interest in whatever they are doing. If you show concern for their lives, they will trust you more and listen to you when you want to sell stuff.
@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
17 Apr 11
Hi Sasha, i should sound energetic and hilarious i think. so everyone would interest to buy it. okay that is a nice tips, thanks