Come Back Later With a Fresh Reason
Practical ways to come back later with a fresh reason, so reconnecting feels welcome and timely.
A fresh reason makes a new start. Return with something new.
10 tips that really help
These ideas come from Objections (Jeb Blount), Never Split the Difference (Chris Voss), The Sandler Rules (David Mattson), and everyday practice. The first six help the most. Pick one and try it today.
Come back with a fresh reason
People respond to new value, not to repeats of the same pitch.
Find something new.
Share new results or case studies
Fresh proof gives a natural reason to contact them again.
Send the latest.
Mention a change in your offer
A new feature, price or service may match what they needed earlier.
Explain simply.
Refer to their original concern
Show that you remember what mattered to them and how you have addressed it.
Quote their words.
Use news about their business
A recent event in their company provides a relevant opening.
Research briefly.
Offer a low-risk step
A short call or a trial lowers the barrier to talking again.
Suggest it.
Keep the tone light and respectful
There is no pressure, only an update that might help.
Smile in your words.
Pick the right channel
Choose email, phone or message based on how they responded before.
Check your notes.
Be ready for a changed situation
They may have new people or priorities, so ask questions again.
Start with discovery.
Thank them for any reply
Even a short answer deserves appreciation.
Respond promptly.
Easy things to say
When you are stuck, pick one of these. They work in many sales conversations.
“We have launched something I thought of you for.”
“I saw your expansion and wanted to reach out.”
“Here is a result from a similar customer.”
“Would a short chat be useful?”
“I know we spoke before and the timing was off.”
“Thank you.”
Your first week
One small action a day. Each day is only a little bigger than the last.
List fresh reasons
Watch their news
Add product updates
Share a new story
Write a warm message
Ask a small question
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Further reading
- Objections (Jeb Blount)
- Never Split the Difference (Chris Voss)
- The Sandler Rules (David Mattson)
The tips above are written in our own words and are general guidance. The books are suggestions for further reading.
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- Do Not Argue, Do Not Defend
- Pause Before You Answer
- Know the Top Ten Objections Before You Hear Them
- Write Your Own Objection Playbook
- Too Expensive: What They Really Mean
- Compared to What?
- Show the Cost of Doing Nothing
- Break the Price Into Small Pieces
- Explain Value Before Price
- Handle "Your Competitor Is Cheaper"
- When to Say "We Are Not the Cheapest"
- I Need to Think About It
- It Is Not the Right Time
- Call Me Next Month
- Just Send Me Something
- I Need to Talk to My Partner
- Create Honest Reasons to Act Now
- Follow Up Without Nagging
- We Have Had a Bad Experience Before
- I Am Not Sure It Will Work for Us
- We Already Use Someone Else
- We Are Happy With What We Have
- Reduce Risk With Proof
- Offer a Trial, a Pilot or a Guarantee
- Let Customers Reassure Customers
- Feel, Felt, Found Done Right
- Acknowledge, Ask, Answer
- Use "Help Me Understand"
- Reframe the Concern Kindly
- Turn the Objection Into a Question
- Know When to Stay Silent
- Spot a Real No
- Leave the Door Open
- Ask What Would Change Their Mind
- Learn From Every Lost Deal
- Stay in Touch With Lost Leads
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