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Why are questions so important? (Questioning skills)

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See the section below on negotiation. When we meet someone, we show interest in them and learn about them (to build empathy and see the world through their eyes An introduction to emotional intelligence (EQ) and empathy (Video) (kimtasso.com) ) by asking questions. Questions are important when we meet someone new.

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What is Socratic questioning? (Questioning skills)

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It’s helpful in conversations, critical thinking and negotiation. It is defined as using questions to “clarify meaning, elicit emotion and consequences, as well as to gradually create insight or explore alternative action” (James, Morse, & Howarth, 2010). – Kim Tasso March 2010 How do you close a sale?

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Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills

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At the recent PM Forum workshop on “Selling processes and sales skills for marketing and business development professionals” we focused on sales and selling challenges in professional services. Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills. Their fee-earners are often in the same boat.