5 Simple Sales Techniques You're Definitely Forgetting About 7Twelve Marketing's Mikhail Alfon explains key sales strategies that will boost your closing ratio.

By Entrepreneur Staff

On this episode of #3MinThursdays, 7Twelve Marketing's Mikhail Alfon explains five easy sales techniques that are sure to help improve your closing ratio. These basic, yet key ideas are vital for connecting with your prospect and understanding exactly what it will take to get their business.

Alfon says that while it's important to explain the value of your product, it's also crucial to ask clients questions and listen to what their needs are. Click play for more tips, and check out 7Twelve Marketing's YouTube channel for more etiquette pointers from the team.

Related: Social-Media Etiquette 101: Stop Sharing So Much and Never Air Your Dirty Laundry

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