Use the GUEST Process in Sales
This is an article on how to use Greet.Understand.Explore.Sale.Thank (GUEST) in a prosperous sales environment
Steps
- Greet
- When the door opens the clock starts ticking. Greeting the customer is not as hard as people think. Common phrases such as "Hey, how's it going?" or "Welcome to *insert company name" my name is *insert your name* how can I help you?". Introducing yourself not only tells the customer who you are it also represents the company.
- Understand
- When in Understand phase actively listening is important.
- Listen to what they want and identify keywords to help you choose something for them easily
- Explore
- After actively listening and understanding, show your guest the options that you've chosen while listening.
- Show your guest around, guide them to the right choice. Remember you are the navigator.
- Sale
- Move the customer over to your desk, and remind them how great the product is. It is at this point you should take any final questions.
- Remind them of your return policies (if applicable)
- Thank
- Thank the customer for their time as you proceed to walk them out the door.
- Shake their hand if they make the gesture and send them off with a warm smile.