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Interaction between the salesperson and customer: A framework for improving the sales outcome

Elizabeth Hemphill
Chris Dubelaar
Steven Goodman
Gus Geursen

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Hemphill, E., Dubelaar, C., Goodman, S. & Geursen, G. (2005). What gives salespeople their competitive edge? Paper presented at the 2005 American Marketing Association (AMA) winter educators' conference, San Antonio, Texas, United States.

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Abstract

This paper examines the role of disclosure on agency establishment. Structural Equation Modeling reveals the need for salespeople to reach a level of “rapport” for a phase transition prior to any eventual sale. Reaching this level is a key driver of successful outcomes, rather than the negotiating skills.

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Elizabeth Hemphill, Chris Dubelaar, Steven Goodman, and Gus Geursen. "Interaction between the salesperson and customer: A framework for improving the sales outcome" Business papers (2005).
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/chris_dubelaar/11



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