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Sales And Selling Yourself: If you can make someone laugh they can be yours

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This book integrates self-love and human qualities that will enable you to become a successful self-marketeer.
The centerpiece in everything you set out to sell is always you. Every interaction with another (animal) living begins with your marketing. Self-awareness and acceptance will open all doors and close out the darkness of an empty room.

202 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 24, 2023

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Profile Image for Marijn  Quaranta.
9 reviews
April 2, 2023
Sales And Selling Yourself: If you can make someone laugh they can be yours is a comprehensive guide to help readers market themselves and improve their sales techniques. The book is divided into chapters covering personal development, salesmanship, and humor, each containing valuable insights and practical advice. Chapter 1, Marketing Yourself, and Chapter 23, Getting Noticed, are particularly important for anyone looking to improve their sales skills. Chapter 9, Character vs. Personality, Inside and Out, and Chapter 16, Confidence is Very Becoming, focus on personal traits that are essential for success in sales. The book also explores the importance of humor and happiness in achieving success, with Chapter 39, Smile, Laughter is Funny Business, and Chapter 44, We Are All Social Beings, standing out as must-reads. Overall, Sales and Selling Yourself is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their sales skills and enhance their personal development.
Profile Image for Alvise  Kuhn.
12 reviews1 follower
April 2, 2023
Highly recommended
The book emphasizes the importance of discovering and inventing oneself to excel in sales and life. It highlights the factors that impact sales, such as imagery vs. honesty, confidence, respect, and integrity. The author emphasizes the need to focus on personal traits, including character, self-awareness, likability, and confidence, to improve sales performance.

The author's approach to business sales and salesmanship provides valuable insights into developing effective business plans, getting noticed, reading people, and closing deals. The book's humorous sections provide readers with a refreshing break while still conveying valuable lessons.

The book also addresses happiness and relationships, emphasizing the importance of social connection, lasting love, and personal growth. The author encourages readers to focus on their ultimate goals, regimen over routine, and the need for change.
Profile Image for Lorie  Noyer.
14 reviews
April 2, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a thought-provoking book that offers insights on self-improvement and salesmanship. The book comprises 55 chapters that cover a range of topics such as discovering and reinventing yourself, personal traits, business sales, humor, and happiness. The author's unique perspective on self-promotion and selling is inspiring, and readers will find practical advice and strategies to improve their personal and professional lives. The book also highlights the importance of self-confidence, integrity, and respect in achieving success. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is a must-read for anyone looking to boost their sales skills, improve their self-image, and live a fulfilling life.
Profile Image for Léonce   Pellegrino.
15 reviews
April 2, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a must-read book for anyone looking to improve their marketing skills, personal traits, and salesmanship. The chapters are divided into three main sections: Discovery and Inventing Yourself, Personal Traits, and Happiness. The book discusses various factors such as judging ways and perspective, character vs. personality, the power of remembering, and the art of contentment. Among the recommended chapters to read are Chapter 1: Marketing Yourself, Chapter 9: Character vs. Personality, Inside and Out, Chapter 23: Getting Noticed, and Chapter 35: Close the Deal, Not the Door. The book also includes humor and insights into relationships and happiness. Overall, it is an informative and insightful guide to becoming a successful salesperson.
Profile Image for Siegbert Bell.
13 reviews
April 1, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a comprehensive guidebook that focuses on the art of marketing oneself, personal traits, business sales, and happiness. The book discusses the importance of self-discovery and inventing oneself, emphasizing the need for confidence, integrity, and respect. The author highlights the significance of building lasting relationships, which is essential for success in business and personal life. With humor sprinkled throughout, the book offers practical advice on how to get noticed, close a deal, and find contentment. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their personal and professional life, and the book is highly recommended for its insightful perspective on self-marketing, personal traits, and happiness.
Profile Image for Luana  Sydney.
18 reviews
April 1, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their salesmanship skills and personal traits. The book covers various topics, including marketing yourself, personal traits, business sales and salesmanship, humor, and happiness. The author provides valuable insights on the importance of self-awareness, confidence, integrity, and respect in sales and everyday life. The book also offers a fresh perspective on handling competition, managing time, and finding happiness. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is a well-written, informative book that is highly recommended for anyone seeking personal and professional growth.
Profile Image for Celeste   Engel.
14 reviews
April 1, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is an insightful book that covers various aspects of marketing and salesmanship while also exploring personal growth and happiness. The author provides a comprehensive understanding of self-promotion, emphasizing the importance of personality, character, and integrity. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their business sales and marketing skills and develop a better understanding of themselves. The author's humorous approach adds a delightful touch to the book, making it an enjoyable read. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is an engaging and thought-provoking book that recommends to anyone seeking personal and professional growth.
Profile Image for Elwyn Corey.
16 reviews
April 1, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a self-help book that offers practical tips and insights on marketing oneself, personal traits, and salesmanship. The book is structured into three sections that cover the discovery and invention of oneself, personal traits, and happiness. It contains 55 chapters, each addressing specific topics such as getting noticed, reading people, and closing deals. The book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their marketing and sales skills, enhance their personal traits, and achieve happiness in their personal and professional lives. It is highly recommended for individuals seeking to succeed in today's highly competitive business world.
Profile Image for Talia   Nisi.
9 reviews
April 2, 2023
The chapters on marketing yourself, judging ways and perspective, and reading people are particularly useful for those who want to improve their communication and interpersonal skills. The chapters on character vs. personality, happiness, and relationships are also worth reading. The author's writing style is engaging and easy to understand, making this book an enjoyable and informative read. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their personal and professional life.
Profile Image for Gauthier Victors.
13 reviews
April 1, 2023
The book contains 55 chapters covering various topics related to marketing oneself, personal traits, business salesmanship, humor, and happiness. The book emphasizes the importance of being confident, respectful, honest, and unselfish. The author provides valuable insights on how to build strong relationships, close deals effectively, and be happy. The book's writing style is engaging and humorous, making it an enjoyable read. Overall, the book is informative and inspiring, making it a must-read for anyone looking to enhance their sales and personal skills.
Profile Image for Leonard  Walmsley.
32 reviews
March 31, 2023
This book delves into two important aspects of life: happiness and business salesmanship. It covers a wide range of topics such as social relationships, loneliness, time management, and spirituality, as well as practical business strategies like getting noticed, making a business plan, and reading people. The author shares personal experiences and valuable insights throughout the book, making it an informative and engaging read for anyone looking to improve their personal and professional life. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking a well-rounded perspective on life and business.
Profile Image for Antony   Van Leeuwenhoek.
14 reviews
April 2, 2023

This book employs a conversational style that is both relatable and inspiring, resulting in a highly engaging read. With each chapter spanning only 1-2 pages, the book offers a seamless reading experience, enabling readers to cover the entire content in one sitting. The book is a great investment, providing valuable insights that are worth every penny spent.
Profile Image for Olvia Bower.
6 reviews
April 2, 2023
I couldn't agree more - this book is an incredible source of inspiration and self-help! From start to finish, the author's words resonated with me and left me feeling motivated to take action towards my goals.

The book is filled with powerful stories of individuals who overcame adversity and achieved incredible success.
Profile Image for Zoë   Westley.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is an insightful book covering personal and business salesmanship with humor and happiness elements. It offers practical advice and tips to improve self-marketing, self-confidence, and relationships.
Profile Image for Charlotte Lawlor.
6 reviews
April 2, 2023
The author's writing style is engaging and relatable, creating a sense of being personally addressed. The book offers self-help advice while also providing insightful observations about life. I strongly recommend it.
Profile Image for Bob Hubert.
13 reviews
April 1, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a comprehensive guide to marketing yourself and improving personal traits. The book covers essential factors for business salesmanship, humor, and happiness, making it a must-read for anyone looking to enhance their sales skills and personal development.
Profile Image for Mel  Brigham.
8 reviews
April 2, 2023
The book serves as both a self-help guide and a repository of intriguing observations about life. I strongly recommend it.
Profile Image for Eilionoir   Ross.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
This book was a very easy read and captured my interest from beginning to end. The author writes in a way that is very clear, concise, and relatable with his witty humor Highly recommended
Profile Image for Remington  Lacroix.
12 reviews
April 2, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a thought-provoking book that provides a holistic approach to personal branding, sales, and self-improvement. The author covers a wide range of topics, including personal traits, business salesmanship, humor, and happiness, providing the reader with a comprehensive guide to building a successful career and personal life.

The book emphasizes the importance of discovering and inventing oneself and marketing oneself effectively. The author encourages the readers to focus on personal growth and self-improvement, which are key factors in achieving success.

The book also includes practical advice on how to become a better salesperson, which is a valuable skill in any career. The author provides insights into building relationships, understanding customers, and closing deals. The chapter on "Reading People - A Psychic Approach" is particularly fascinating, providing readers with a unique perspective on understanding human behavior.

Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their personal branding, sales skills, and self-improvement. The book's engaging writing style, comprehensive coverage, and practical advice make it a valuable resource for individuals at any stage of their career. The author's focus on personal growth, self-improvement, and happiness is refreshing and makes this book stand out from other books on sales and marketing.
Profile Image for Rebecca  MacCàba.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a comprehensive guide to marketing oneself and achieving success in business sales and salesmanship. The book covers a wide range of topics, including personal traits, business plans, and humor, all of which are essential to achieving success in sales. The chapters on marketing oneself and getting noticed are particularly important for anyone looking to make a name for themselves in sales. The book also provides valuable insights into personal traits, such as confidence, integrity, and respect, that are necessary for success. Additionally, the chapters on happiness and relationships provide a refreshing perspective on achieving balance in life. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their sales skills and market themselves effectively.
Profile Image for Jerry   Boesch.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
Sales and Selling Yourself is an excellent guide to personal and business development, and a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their sales and marketing skills. The book is divided into three sections: Discovery and Inventing Yourself, Personal Traits, and Business Sales and Salesmanship. The author emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, authenticity, and self-confidence in building lasting relationships and achieving success in both personal and professional life. The book offers practical tips and advice on how to overcome obstacles and challenges, build meaningful connections, and close deals with integrity. With its humorous and engaging tone, Sales and Selling Yourself is a fun and informative read that will inspire and motivate readers to become their best selves.
Profile Image for Leopold   Carboni.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
Sales and Selling Yourself" is a self-help book that emphasizes the importance of marketing oneself and personal traits for success in sales and business. It also discusses humor, happiness, and relationships for achieving an all-rounded life. The most recommended chapters are Chapter 1: Marketing Yourself, Chapter 9: Character vs. Personality, Inside and Out, Chapter 16: Confidence is Very Becoming, Chapter 23: Getting Noticed, Chapter 31: You are in Every Deal, Chapter 44: We Are All Social Beings, and Chapter 50: The Ultimate Goal. These chapters provide practical tips and insights on how to improve personal branding, character, confidence, networking, and happiness for personal and professional growth.
Profile Image for James Franklin.
6 reviews
April 2, 2023
I must say, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! The conversational writing style, combined with a healthy dose of humor, made it a delightful and engaging read. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve themselves, whether in their personal or professional lives.

The author's insights on sales were particularly valuable, and I found myself taking notes on several occasions. The practical tips and strategies for building relationships with customers, overcoming objections, and closing deals were presented in a clear and concise manner. Even for those who are not in sales, the book offers valuable insights on communication and persuasion that can be applied in many areas of life.

Profile Image for Tamra   Jarvis.
12 reviews
April 1, 2023
It covers a wide range of topics that will help readers discover and invent themselves, understand personal traits, improve business salesmanship, find humor in life, and ultimately achieve happiness. The book includes 55 chapters, each with practical tips and advice for success. It explores important factors such as the importance of marketing oneself, building character and integrity, understanding the power of motivation, dealing with competition, and more. The author's insights are compelling, and the book is well-written, making it a must-read for anyone interested in sales and personal development.
Profile Image for Patrick Bergamaschi.
14 reviews
April 1, 2023
With a comprehensive collection of topics ranging from personal traits to business salesmanship, happiness to humor, the book offers practical guidance and actionable advice to help individuals market themselves effectively. Lofholm's insights on character, confidence, respect, and integrity provide readers with a strong foundation for personal growth and development. The book's humorous and relatable anecdotes make for an engaging read, while its focus on building lasting relationships and finding happiness adds a refreshing perspective to the sales genre. Overall, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their sales skills and personal success.
Profile Image for Nicole   Crespo.
14 reviews
April 2, 2023
"Sales and Selling Yourself" is a must-read book for anyone looking to improve their sales and personal branding skills. The book covers various topics such as discovering and inventing yourself, personal traits, business sales and salesmanship, humor, and happiness. The author's conversational style and real-life experiences make this book engaging and relatable. The book stresses the importance of integrity, respect, and self-confidence in achieving success in sales and personal growth. With its practical advice, insights, and humor, "Sales and Selling Yourself" is highly recommended for those who want to improve their salesmanship and personal branding skills.
Profile Image for Noé   Aquino.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
Sales and Selling Yourself is an exceptional book that everyone should read. The book focuses on self-discovery, personal traits, business sales, salesmanship, humor, and happiness. It provides a comprehensive guide on how to market oneself and how to achieve success in the business world. The author emphasizes the importance of confidence, integrity, and respect in building relationships and closing deals. The book also has a good dose of humor that makes it an enjoyable read. Overall, Sales and Selling Yourself is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their self-awareness, boost their sales skills, and achieve happiness.
Profile Image for Cordell   Necchi.
14 reviews
April 2, 2023
the book offers practical advice and strategies for building rapport with customers and closing deals. The author emphasizes the importance of being authentic, building trust, and listening to customers' needs. These insights are based on Breitweiser's extensive experience in sales, and they are presented in a clear and easy-to-understand manner.

Overall, I highly recommend "Sales And Selling Yourself: If you can make someone laugh they can be yours" to anyone interested in improving their sales skills or simply looking for an entertaining and informative read. The combination of humor and practical advice make this book a must-read for anyone in the sales industry.
Profile Image for Donnie  Raimondi.
14 reviews
April 2, 2023
Sales and Selling Yourself is a book that provides valuable insights and guidance for anyone looking to market themselves better in personal and professional spheres. The book covers a range of topics, including personal traits, business sales and salesmanship, humor, and happiness. The author emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, self-confidence, and integrity in achieving success. The book is easy to read, and the author's personal anecdotes make the content relatable and engaging. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their sales skills or enhance their personal and professional relationships.
Profile Image for Ronny   Bryson.
13 reviews
April 2, 2023
Sales and Selling Yourself is a must-read book for those who want to excel in sales and marketing. It provides practical advice on how to market and sell yourself, emphasizing the importance of personal branding and self-awareness. The book covers a wide range of topics, from discovering and inventing yourself to personal traits, business salesmanship, and happiness. The author's humor adds an engaging touch to the read. With its easy-to-follow format, the book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their sales skills or seeking inspiration in their personal and professional lives.
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