How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling
by Frank Bettger
How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling by Frank Bettger holds a highly rated rating of 4.25 out of 5, based on 9.4K reader ratings. First published in 1947. The book spans 192 pages.
About How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling
A business classic endorsed by Dale Carnegie, How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling is for anyone whose job it is to sell. Whether you are selling houses or mutual funds, advertisements or ideas—or anything else—this book is for you.When Frank Bettger was twenty-nine he was a failed insurance salesman. By the time he was forty he owned a country estate and could have retired. What are the selling secrets that turned Bettger’s life around from defeat to unparalleled success and fame as one of the highest paid salesmen in America? The answer is inside How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling. Bettger reveals his personal experiences and explains the foolproof principles that he developed and perfected. He shares instructive anecdotes and step-by-step guidelines on how to develop the style, spirit, and presence of a winning salesperson. No matter what you sell, you will be more efficient and profitable—and more valuable to your company—when you apply Bettger’s keen insights on: • The power of enthusiasm • How to conquer fear • The key word for turning a skeptical client into an enthusiastic buyer • The quickest way to win confidence • Seven golden rules for closing a sale
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Frank Bettger |
| Published | 1947 |
| Pages | 192 |
| Genres | Business, Self-Help, Non-Fiction, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.25 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,438 |
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How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling is categorized as Business, Self-Help, Non-Fiction, Psychology. Its primary genre classification is Business.
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Based on 9.4K reader ratings, How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling has an average score of 4.25 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
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How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling has 192 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
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How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling was written by Frank Bettger. It was first published in 1947.
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The ISBN-13 for How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling is 9780671794380.0.
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