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		<title>Enigin Scam Busting Miracle - Have I gone too far?</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2012/01/30/enigin-scam-busting-miracle-have-i-gone-too-far/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:32:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[More bang for your buck. Not my most favorite phrase, but it does give the picture of what every business wants. More bang for your buck, getting more out with the same investment. Is that possible given the current economic crisis, or rather, has it ever been possible? I believe so.

Let me tell you why. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="LucidaGrande;">More bang for your buck. Not my most favorite phrase, but it does give the picture of what every business wants. More bang for your buck, getting more out with the same investment. Is that possible given the current economic crisis, or rather, has it ever been possible? I believe so.</span></p>
<p class="western">
<p class="western"><span style="#000000;"><span style="LucidaGrande;"><span style="small;">Let me tell you why. Energy saving helps to maximize your own company&#8217;s profitability with  products that have such a good return on investment that it will pay for itself. This is no scam, this is best business practice. Enigin can supply you with real case studies, of real businesses that have saved 30, 40 even 50%, on their energy bills.</span></span></span></p>
<p class="western">
<p class="western"><span style="#000000;"><span style="LucidaGrande;"><span style="small;">Eniscope, if you haven&#8217;t heard of it already, can be described as an energy-saving miracle. Strong words? I think not. If we step back and look at things objectively, is it not strange to think that we pay for our electrical usage without ever measuring our actual demand, let alone consider where we are wasting energy? And we know that wasting energy is in effect wasting our money. That is a scam, so you&#8217;ll pardon my strong words.</span></span></span></p>
<p class="western">
<p class="western"><span style="#000000;"><span style="LucidaGrande;"><span style="small;">Imagine in your minds eye, someone reaches into your wallet, takes out a $50 bill, and burns it. This comical illustration has been used in many films to depict the super rich. I wager however, that it is not a practice of anyone, regardless of their income. This illustration becomes even more distasteful, when the perpetrator surreptitiously takes the money. This could be likened to what some energy providers do.</span></span></span></p>
<p class="western">
<p class="western"><span style="#000000;"><span style="LucidaGrande;"><span style="small;">Therefore what we need is Enigin PLC scam busting product. That product is Eniscope. It can in real time display your electrical usage. This means you can see with your own eyes, when and where you are wasting energy. You could be without realizing it scamming yourself. And like you I would never want to fall victim into such a scam</span></span></span></p>
<p class="western">
<p class="western"><span style="#000000;"><span style="LucidaGrande;"><span style="small;">Enigin PLC, only make products that give you more bang for your buck. But let&#8217;s put this another way, Enigin Scam busting products give you great efficiency and great money saving regardless of the economy. That I would say is verging on a miracle.</span></span></span></p>
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		<title>What can save us money - now!</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2012/01/20/what-can-save-us-money-now/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:36:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most of us need to be saving money now. Not many today can get by without trying to all they can, month by month to save a bit of money here and there.
Here at Enigin we have some suggestions for you to not only save your money, but save the planet at the same time. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most of us need to be saving money now. Not many today can get by without trying to all they can, month by month to save a bit of money here and there.</p>
<p>Here at Enigin we have some suggestions for you to not only save your money, but save the planet at the same time. We work hard helping people and businesses to recognise how they can save money, save energy and generally work to be more efficient. Something that is becoming very much needed today.</p>
<p><span id="more-1454"></span></p>
<p>So when at home why not try these ideas:</p>
<ul>
<li>Did you know - if you adjust for household thermostat to below 70 degrees in winter and raise it above 72 in summer, and lower your hot-water temperature from the standard 140 degrees to 120 degrees, you could be saving 200 pounds of carbon a year. Your heating represents 41% of the energy bill of the home!</li>
<li>Replacement of light bulbs and appliances with Energy Star approved models. Lighting takes up 15% of a home&#8217;s energy use. By replacing just 5 bulbs you can save yourself around £50 a year.</li>
<li>Have electronics plugged into power strips and turn them off when not in use. By breaking the connection, which still used energy even when TVs/DVDs etc are not on directly, can save the average household £90 on its electricity bill ad well as reduce carbon output.</li>
</ul>
<div>So try some of these simple steps to profit your family, household or even business to not only save money, time but most importantly Energy.</div>
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		<title>Enigin Help - Negotiate the Final Deal</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2012/01/03/enigin-help-negotiate-the-final-deal-6/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:34:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
<p>This is a skill that every sales professional must absolutely master, but beyond that, it’s a crucial skill for anybody who wants to be successful in the business world.</p>
<p><span id="more-6728"></span><strong>6: Stonewall Last Minute Demands</strong></p>
<p>The purpose of the negotiating process is to reach a contract or a written agreement, and the negotiation isn’t over until it is signed.</p>
<p>Even so, there’s a point in every negotiation where the deal is pretty much what it’s going to be. If you’ve found that you’ve gotten pretty much what you wanted, don’t sweat the stuff that you didn’t get. When you’ve reached that point, it’s time to stop.</p>
<p>Sometimes last-minute demands magically appear after a negotiation has been completed. They’re usually positioned as “deal breakers” but most of the time they’re something else altogether-a simple test to ensure that the negotiated deal is the best possible agreement.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, many sales pros simply give in to such demands, because it seems as if the prospect-the person with the money-holds all the power.</p>
<p>Giving in to any last-minute demand is a huge mistake, because here’s what’s going to happen:</p>
<ol>
<li>Your prospect makes a last-minute demand.</li>
<li>You don’t want to lose the sale, so you run back to your management to see whether you can get that demand met.</li>
<li>After a lot of extra work, you get internal agreement, and then you run back to the prospect with the good news, expecting to close the deal.</li>
<li>Surprise! Your prospect now has another, even bigger demand.</li>
<li>You run back, and after even more hard work, get agreement.</li>
<li>You go back to the prospect, hoping to close the deal.</li>
<li>Surprise! Another demand!</li>
<li>Etc.</li>
</ol>
<p>This process continues until your prospect makes a demand that your management can’t stomach, in which case one of two things happens. Either the deal falls through, turning your hard work into a complete waste of time and money, or the deal gets signed but is a headache for your firm.</p>
<p>If last-minute demands crop up, hold firm to your position. In most cases, the customer will be relieved at this confirmation of your legitimacy and will take the demands off the table.  Here’s an example:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>You: </strong>Well, I think we’re done here. We’ve got the basic terms in place and we have a start date.</li>
<li><strong>CFO: </strong>I’ll need to check with the CEO to make sure we can go forward. I’ll give him a call. [Leaves the room]</li>
<li><strong>CFO:</strong> [Returns] He says we’ll need you to go 20 percent lower or the deal is off.</li>
<li><strong>You:</strong> Gosh, that’s too bad, because I’ve already given you the best price that I can. I’m really sorry that we can’t make this happen. [Get up to leave]</li>
<li><strong>CFO: </strong>Just a second. [Leaves to make another call]</li>
<li><strong>CFO:</strong> [Returns] Let’s go forward. The CEO says he just wanted to make sure he was getting the best deal.</li>
</ul>
<p>Is it that simple?</p>
<p>Yes, indeed.  In almost every case, the other party will be visibly relieved that you refused to give in, because it proves that you were being honest from the start, which is what is really being tested.</p>
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		<title>Enigin Help - Negotiate the Final Deal</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2011/12/16/enigin-help-negotiate-the-final-deal-5/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:25:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
<p>This is a skill that every sales professional must absolutely master, but beyond that, it’s a crucial skill for anybody who wants to be successful in the business world.</p>
<p><span id="more-6726"></span><strong>5: Don’t Let It Get Personal</strong></p>
<p>Once you’re clear on the deal you’d like to forge, and know where you’ve got wiggle room, sit down with the the other party and talk about the issues.</p>
<p>As you negotiate, do not allow the prospect to feel as if he can simply dictate terms. That’s a recipe for a win-lose outcome, with you on the losing end of the deal. Whenever you take a position, be sure you can buttress it with appropriate rationales. Be specific about your facts and don’t let the negotiation process become emotional. Remain detached and objective.</p>
<p>Here’s an example:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>CFO:</strong> We’ll need you to offer this at 35 percent below your asking price in order for this deal to go through.<br />
<strong>You:</strong> I’m sorry, but if we sold it to you at that rate, we’d be losing money on the deal.</li>
<li><strong>CFO:</strong> What kind of idiot do you take me for? I know for a fact that you gave Acme a 35 percent discount.<br />
<strong>You:</strong> That was a one-time situation because we needed a reference account in that industry.</li>
<li><strong>CFO:</strong> Why can’t we be a reference account?</li>
<li><strong>You:</strong> Of course, but you’d be a lousy reference account if we gave you a 35 percent discount, because then we’d have to give everyone else the same discount, which would put us out of business.</li>
<li><strong>CFO:</strong> Why should I care?</li>
<li><strong>You:</strong> Let’s just be practical here. I’ve already offered the largest discount that’s possible. If you’re short on money, maybe there’s a way we can scale down the deal, or come up with long-term financing, so that it becomes more affordable.In the above conversation, the CFO keeps attempting to make the situation personal.  These attempts fail, however, because you stick to the facts and explains the reasoning behind your position.</li>
</ul>
<p>Next Step in the Next Post</p>
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		<title>Enigin Help - Negotiate the Final Deal</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2011/12/03/enigin-help-negotiate-the-final-deal-4/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Dec 2011 10:21:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
<p>This is a skill that every sales professional must absolutely master, but beyond that, it’s a crucial skill for anybody who wants to be successful in the business world.</p>
<p><span id="more-6724"></span><strong>4: Beware of Mind Games</strong></p>
<p>If you’re negotiating with a top executive, there’s a good possibility you’ll be the recipient of a mind-game — negotiating tactics intended to throw you off-balance, so that you’ll make more concessions than you’d normally consider.  Here are the six most popular:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Mind Game #1:</strong> The Palatial Environment. Some execs have impressive offices, or invite you to a ridiculously luxurious venue, because they want you to be awed and grateful even to be there.  If you are, you’re as stupid as teenage girl who’s impressed by a neat car.</li>
<li><strong>Mind Game #2:</strong> The “He’s Too Busy” Routine. Execs sometimes make you wait to see them, even if you have an appointment, in order to make you feel that the exec and his desires, are more important that you time and your desires.</li>
<li><strong>Mind Game #3:</strong> The Underling Gauntlet. Execs often use underlings to make you feel like an underling.  If you’re not careful, you end up feeling “socially” bonded to the underlings and thus in a subservient position while meeting the exec.</li>
<li><strong>Mind Game #4:</strong> The Way-Too-Sexy Assistant. This is old-school stuff, but it’s still practiced in some industries.  The idea is to dangle a sex object in front of you, so that you’ll focus on the possibility of having sex rather than cutting the best deal</li>
<li><strong>Mind Game #5:</strong> The Meeting Extension. Execs often set low expectations of the amount of time they’ll be spending, so that people feel complimented if they spend more than that amount.  Don’t be complimented; the exec probably had a whole hour blocked off anyway.</li>
<li><strong>Mind Game #6:</strong> The Big Wait. Execs sometimes delay negotiations hoping that you’ll get all antsy and want to close the deal just to get it closed.</li>
</ul>
<p>How to deal with this nonsense?  First, realize that the only reason the exec is pulling this crap is because they want to cut a deal.  Second, realize that you don’t have to react as expected.  The rule of thumb in negotiations is that you must treat the prospect as if you were his or her equal.</p>
<p>For example, if you’re negotiating with a billionaire — guess what? — you’re the kind of person who negotiates with billionaires.  That makes you as important as the billionaire because otherwise you wouldn’t be involved. Get it?</p>
<p>Next Step in the Next Post</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:19:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in  negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already  feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal  isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that  final contract that comes [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in  negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already  feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal  isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that  final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
<p>This is a skill that every sales professional must absolutely  master, but beyond that, it’s a crucial skill for anybody who wants to  be successful in the business world.</p>
<p><span id="more-6722"></span><strong>3: Have the Right Attitude</strong></p>
<p>Before getting involved in any negotiation, you need to understand that there are three basic “styles” of business negotiating. According to Murphy, these are:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Style #1:</strong> Competitive. The negotiation seen as a win-lose proposition. Concessions by one side are viewed as a victory for the opposite site and the emphasis is on having your side win at all costs. Such negotiations generally damage customer relationships, because one side ends up feeling as if they got screwed.</li>
<li><strong>Style #2:</strong> Cooperative. The negotiation is seen as a give-and-take proposition. Both sides are trying to be fair to one another, and see the need for a long term relationship and thus the negotiation is all about compromise and on not losing too much. Such negotiations seldom damage relationships, but they don’t improve them either.</li>
<li><strong>Style #3:</strong> Collaborative. The negotiation is seen as a win-win proposition. Both sides see their goals as aligned and work together to forge an arrangement that moves both agendas forward. The emphasis is on finding a way for both sides to win, big time. Such negotiations are the building blocks of strong customer relationships.</li>
</ul>
<p>Needless to say, collaborative negotiations are ALWAYS in your best interest, and in the best interest of the prospect.</p>
<p>However, you can’t be collaborative unless the other party sees the negotiation that way, too. If a prospect is convinced that the negotiation is a competition, you’ll sometimes need to play that game, even as as you gradually lead the prospect into a more cooperative attitude.</p>
<p>The next step will help you manage this delicate balance act.</p>
<p>Next Step in the Next Post</p>
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		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2011/11/03/enigin-help-negotiate-the-final-deal-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:15:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
<p>This is a skill that every sales professional must absolutely master, but beyond that, it’s a crucial skill for anybody who wants to be successful in the business world.</p>
<p><span id="more-6720"></span><strong>2: Prepare for the Negotiation</strong></p>
<p>Before actually sitting down to negotiate final terms, ask yourself four questions (in your own mind if not on paper) that will help you understand where you are now, and where you’ll need to get, in order for the negotiation to be successful:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Question 1:</strong> What are the parameters that need to be negotiated? Collect and evaluate information on leverage, values, sale prices, competition, and other factors that will affect the negotiation. Example: You know that the CFO greatly desires a three-month ROI, rather than the six-month ROI you’ve proposed. You are therefore aware that you may either need to adjust the price in order to produce that ROI, or come up with some form of alternative financing, like rent to own.<br />
<strong>Question 2:</strong> What are my realistic expectations for the results? Temper your aspirations with feasibility based on what your counterpart has in mind, and reassess your expectations as the negotiating progresses. Example: You know that your counterpart expects to pay only marginally more than they paid ten years ago for the same service. You’re not going to get double the old price, no matter what. But you might get a 33 percent increase.<br />
<strong>Question 3:</strong> What are my all-important pricing parameters? When it comes to price, know the deal you want to forge, and be able to justify it as being realistic. Example: You know that the largest discount you can possibly offer to still remain profitable is 15 percent. Because of that, a discount larger than 15 percent is not acceptable under any circumstances.<br />
<strong>Question 4:</strong> Where do I have room to maneuver? Leave yourself some bargaining room, but make sure you have a plausible rationale for the positions that you take. Example: You know that your installation team is idle right now, so you can realistically offer the customer an immediate installation, if they’re willing to pay full price.</li>
</ul>
<p>Next Step in the Next Post</p>
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		<title>Enigin Help - Negotiate the Final Deal</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2011/10/26/enigin-help-negotiate-the-final-deal/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:59:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
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<p><strong>2: Prepare for the Negotiation</strong></p>
<p>Before actually sitting down to negotiate final terms, ask yourself four questions (in your own mind if not on paper) that will help you understand where you are now, and where you’ll need to get, in order for the negotiation to be successful:</p>
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<li><strong>Question 1:</strong> What are the parameters that need to be negotiated? Collect and evaluate information on leverage, values, sale prices, competition, and other factors that will affect the negotiation. Example: You know that the CFO greatly desires a three-month ROI, rather than the six-month ROI you’ve proposed. You are therefore aware that you may either need to adjust the price in order to produce that ROI, or come up with some form of alternative financing, like rent to own.</li>
<li><strong>Question 2:</strong> What are my realistic expectations for the results? Temper your aspirations with feasibility based on what your counterpart has in mind, and reassess your expectations as the negotiating progresses. Example: You know that your counterpart expects to pay only marginally more than they paid ten years ago for the same service. You’re not going to get double the old price, no matter what. But you might get a 33 percent increase.</li>
<li><strong>Question 3:</strong> What are my all-important pricing parameters? When it comes to price, know the deal you want to forge, and be able to justify it as being realistic. Example: You know that the largest discount you can possibly offer to still remain profitable is 15 percent. Because of that, a discount larger than 15 percent is not acceptable under any circumstances.</li>
<li><strong>Question 4:</strong> Where do I have room to maneuver? Leave yourself some bargaining room, but make sure you have a plausible rationale for the positions that you take. Example: You know that your installation team is idle right now, so you can realistically offer the customer an immediate installation, if they’re willing to pay full price.</li>
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<p>Next Step in the Next Post</p>
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		<title>Enigin Help - Negotiate the Final Deal</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2011/10/12/enigin-help-negotiate-a-final-deal/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 10:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”
However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Often Enigin Distributors and Enigin Partners find themselves in negotiations, which can often be frustrating, especially if you already feel as if you’ve “closed the deal.”</p>
<p>However, as Enigin always teach their Distributors that the deal isn’t really closed until the final contract is signed, and it’s that final contract that comes out of the negotiation process.</p>
<p>These posts, with the help of bnet.com, provides a step by step formula for negotiating a final deal.</p>
<p>This is a skill that every sales professional must absolutely master, but beyond that, it’s a crucial skill for anybody who wants to be successful in the business world.</p>
<p><span id="more-6717"></span>I strongly recommend that you bookmark this post and the following posts, because it contains the kind of information that you’ll use throughout your career.  When you want it, you’ll want to get at it quickly.<br />
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<p><strong>1: Lay The Groundwork</strong></p>
<p>As soon you’re certain that there’s a deal in the offing, immediately begin to strengthen your negotiating position by laying the groundwork for the eventual discussion.  Here’s how:</p>
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<li>Eliminate competitive threats by avoiding situations where a competitor already has a “lock” on the deal and by constantly positioning your offering or idea as something unique and valuable. This puts you in a solid negotiating position because, ideally, the other party will lack a viable alternative to hold over your head.</li>
<li>Develop multiple contacts in the organization with which you’re working, and use those contacts to gather and provide a deeper perspective. This help you understand the motivations and politics behind the deal, will make it easier for you to understand why somebody may take a particular position during the negotiation.</li>
<li>Generate legitimacy through the consistency of your approach. Take a gradual approach to getting everyone on board, and working through the issues logically as a series of “closes”.  This creates the impression that you’re a thorough businessperson who can be trusted. Because of that, you’ll be believed when you make statements during the negotiation.</li>
<li>Create a theme of mutual success that matches the needs of the various decision makers and stakeholders. To do this, you crystallize needs and help everyone visualize a viable approach, so that everyone involved sees you as a valuable resource and thus more likely to defer on negotiating points that you see as being important.If you do all of the above, you’ll find that your negotiations will go more smoothly, because you’ll be negotiating from a position of power rather than a position of weakness.Next Step in the Next Post</li>
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		<title>Save Save and Save</title>
		<link>http://www.eniginblog.com/2011/09/30/save-save-and-save/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 19:07:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are money advice websites out there offering you suggestions and tips on all manors of finance. And Energy saving isn&#8217;t excluded. This is how up to date and modern energy saving has become. People are thinking about it and many are actually taking action. Are you?
One particular money saving website is gives you head [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are money advice websites out there offering you suggestions and tips on all manors of finance. And Energy saving isn&#8217;t excluded. This is how up to date and modern energy saving has become. People are thinking about it and many are actually taking action. Are you?</p>
<p>One particular money saving website is gives you head starts on any sales, or offers which are available. Ones that perhaps you wouldn&#8217;t otherwise know about. And again, energy saving is included!</p>
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<p>Such tips as to how to choose the best energy provider. Offer they are currently doing to try and win your business, and it is all to save money, time and energy. Many companies now offer cash incentives to draw people in, offering cash back after the first year or the likes of that.</p>
<p>You can also get so many grants and incentives from the government or companies for making your home energy efficient. This same website gives you advice and tips on what you need to do to find out more.</p>
<p>We can all play a part in energy saving. And it can benefit ourselves, our families and others around us. There is a real opportunity out there for us all to do our part.</p>
<p>Of course at Enigin energy efficiency and saving is at the core of what we do - not for the home or the individual but for SMEs and larger organisations, but the principals apply to all of us, with the desired outcomes the same, an improved environment, saving money and protecting the future for our children.</p>
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