Customers vs Clients in the High Probability Selling World

Customers are often looking for a product or service in the moment. They may or may not buy again, and the interaction tends to be about the transaction itself. Traditional selling methods often chase customers, using persuasion to turn a “no” or a “maybe” into a “yes” right now, with little consideration for longer term business.

Clients, on the other hand, are people who want what you are offering, are prepared to buy, and willingly agree to mutual commitments. The relationship that naturally forms is based on honesty, respect, and trust. In HPS, clients close themselves because they see the value for their reasons and in their own time, and not because you pushed them.

The High Probability Selling method naturally attracts clients more than customers. It is more likely to lead to long-term relationships with people who actually want what you’re offering, instead of trying to convince reluctant buyers.

Relationship Selling

Would you trust someone who tried to form a relationship with you solely for the purpose of selling you something?

Many salespeople believe that the key to getting someone to buy is to build a “relationship” first.  They are the ones who say “how are you” on a cold call.

Saying “how are you” on a cold call is one of the signs that someone is going to try to get you to buy.  You may have noticed that, consciously or unconsciously, and it may affect your decision about whether you will buy from that salesperson or not.

In High Probability Selling, we don’t try to build relationships.  Relationships come from doing business, not the other way around.