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You'll Gain More Credibility Through The Questions You Ask...Than The Stories You Tell

By Jeff Thull

I'm sure you'll agree that establishing credibility is one of the most critical elements in securing a new client. The client must see you as a credible and trustworthy resource.

Often, when I ask people to describe the elements of credibility, I hear things such as:

  • A proven track record
  • A list of satisfied clients
  • Number of years in business
  • Financial strength
  • Business size

And the list goes on. My next question to these people is: "How do you establish that credibility or convey that credibility to a prospective client?" Invariably, the response is, "We tell them."


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