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    The Sticking Point Solution

    9 Ways to Move Your Business From Stagnation to Stunning Growth In Tough Economic Times

    By Jay Abraham

    Published 01/2009



    About the Author: Jay Abraham

    Jay Abraham is a globally renowned business executive, speaker, and author known for his unconventional approach to business growth. With a career spanning over three decades, he has advised more than 10,000 clients in over 400 industries on maximizing their revenue potential. Abraham's innovative strategies focus on leveraging existing assets to create exponential growth. His profound impact on the business world has earned him the title of "The 21.7 Billion Dollar Man" for his significant contributions to client revenue increases. Abraham’s work emphasizes preeminence in business, constantly advocating for ethical practices and customer-centric strategies.

    Main Idea

    In "The Sticking Point Solution," Jay Abraham delves into the critical areas where businesses often get stuck and provides actionable solutions to overcome these barriers. He emphasizes that businesses should continue to grow their revenues and profits, even in challenging economic conditions. Abraham identifies nine common sticking points that can hinder a business's performance:

    • Erratic Volumes
    • Low Sales Volume
    • Competition
    • Poor Strategies
    • >
    • Status Quo
    • Poor Marketing
    • Marginalization
    • Do-It-Yourself

    Table of Contents

    1. Main Idea
    2. Analysis and Explanation of Key Ideas

    Analysis and Explanation of Key Ideas

    1. Erratic Volumes

    Erratic business volumes can make advance planning difficult. To overcome this, businesses need to strategize, analyze, and systemize their operations. Abraham suggests developing a migration strategy that advances and enhances relationships with buyers, referrers, and endorsers. Consistently tracking and measuring business activities allows companies to identify and optimize what works best.

    "There are a lot of procedures that can help you with data analysis, but to start, look at your buyer base. Locate your prospect base. Ask yourself what you know about the cost of a prospect based on its source." - Jay Abraham

    Abraham emphasizes the importance of analyzing data to understand the true cost and value of different prospects. By identifying high-value prospects, businesses can focus their efforts on those that offer the greatest return on investment. This approach ensures that resources are allocated efficiently, leading to more stable and predictable business volumes.

    • Develop a comprehensive strategy for attracting high-value clients.
    • Analyze data to identify the most profitable customer segments.
    • Implement systems to consistently generate and convert high-quality leads.

    2. Low Sales Volume

    Low sales volume indicates that a business is not selling enough products to enough people frequently enough. To address this, Abraham advocates changing sales tactics to become more strategic. This involves focusing on high-value activities that drive sales and profitability. Implementing a consultative selling approach, where trust and relationships are prioritized, can significantly improve sales outcomes.

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