Custom Apparel Startups

The first thing to discuss about this episode is WHY you want to call people you've never met. Why make sales phone calls? They are proven to work (aka make you money) They are essentially free Why don't business make sales phone calls? Scary Feel they are intrusive Don't know what to say. How to get past these and start making calls? Realize you've done something WAY scarier, you started a business. You ARE being mildly intrusive, are 'interrupting' their day. It's OK. You HAVE good intentions. You follow the below steps and have a plan. The Set Up Decide who you are going to call. Let's say its local owned restaurants. Write your 'call plan' - I never say 'script' cause you aren't an actor. Choose the right time - is there a time that makes most sense? day? Choosing a Niche / who to call Go after the low hanging fruit first. If you are new to this, it's best if you can call places where you will likely talk to the decision maker. e.g. Call the local sandwich shop before you call the local electric c