Metaphors to sell more

You must have heard the saying, “A picture is worth 1,000 words.” Well some words are worth 1,000 pictures. I often say that the tools of a salesman’s trade are words. Metaphors are word pictures and they are powerful words. They make it easier for the listener to listen because they involve more senses than just hearing. They do this by creating word pictures. When someone sees the idea as well as hears it they are more likely to understand.

Anne Miller, a speaker, coach and author, has an excellent infographic on metaphors. She says that a “metaphor is the shortcut to yes!” I say her infographic is an extraordinary sales tool and gift to sales professionals. It’s the shortcut to understand why sales professionals should use metaphors more often as they sell. It will also show you how.