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Argument Quote by David Foreman

“Never Get Into An Argument With A Customer. If You Win The Argument You Will Almost Invariably Lose The Sale. And I Don't Like Your Chances For A Sale If You Lose The Argument Either.” quote by David Foreman
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“Never Get Into An Argument With A Customer. If You Win The Argument You Will Almost Invariably Lose The Sale. And I Don't Like Your Chances For A Sale If You Lose The Argument Either.”

David Foreman

About This Quote

Source Book: Sales Strategies, 2018

Winning an argument with a customer often destroys trust, leading to lost sales.

In simple terms: Argument wins can lose sales.

Key Takeaway

Focus on understanding, not winning.

Themes

customer relations sales tactics communication trust conflict resolution

Mood

pragmatic empathetic

Type

advice business

When to use this quote

  • Retail
  • customer service
  • sales calls
  • negotiation training

Key Concepts

Negotiation psychology relationship building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn disagreements into collaboration?
  • What techniques build trust during conflict?
A Different Perspective

Sometimes conceding preserves the relationship and future business.

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