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“Some people fold after making one timid request. They quit too soon. Keep asking until you find the answers. In sales there are usually four or five "no's" before you get a "yes."” quote by Jack Canfield
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“Some people fold after making one timid request. They quit too soon. Keep asking until you find the answers. In sales there are usually four or five "no's" before you get a "yes."”

Jack Canfield

About This Quote

Source Book: The Success Principles, 2005

Persistence in sales requires multiple attempts before a positive outcome.

In simple terms: Keep asking despite rejections.

Key Takeaway

Persist until you receive a yes.

Themes

sales persistence resilience

Mood

encouraging determined

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • customer outreach
  • negotiation
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

rejection follow‑up goal attainment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many "no"s are you willing to endure?
  • What keeps you motivated after rejection?
A Different Perspective

Repeated "no"s can be discouraging.

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