Published daily M-F. Sales Tip of the Day: REMEMBER: The proposition that “nothing happens in any business until someone sells something” merits further thought, especially in this economy, because in our business, at the end of the day it is, has been and will forever be all about ’selling’ and ‘closing’ deals. (Read More)
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Fort Myers, FL (September 28, 2010) — Two highly respected powerhouse companies in hospitality development and management with a string of successful and prestigious high-end properties have formed a joint venture to take advantage of unusually attractive buying opportunities in today’s hospitality industry.
The Mariner Group and The Harp Group, along with its sister corporation Portfolio [...]

Fort Myers, FL (September 29, 2010) — Keith W. Trowbridge, Ph.D., president of Executive Quest, Inc. www.execq.com has announced the company’s recent 2010 Best of Fort Myers Award in the Executive Placement category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA’s annual “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses nationwide that they [...]

September 30, 2010 -– International real estate investment and services firm Kennedy Wilson’s Auction Group recently offered and sold 32 units at Olive 8, Seattle’s first green condo/hotel. Total sales were $13.3 million, and the average bid price was $416,000.
Olive 8 comprises 227 condo hotel units within the upscale Hyatt at Olive 8 hotel, located [...]

BOCA RATON, FL (Sept 29, 2010) — Bluegreen Corporation (BXG) , a leading provider of Colorful Places to Live and Play(R), today announced the appointment of Paul Humphrey as Vice President, Finance and Capital Markets. Mr. Humphrey brings more than 17 years of experience to his role, including an extensive background in securitizations and performance [...]

ORLANDO, FL (September 29, 2010) -– Winter Park Construction (WPC), one of Central Florida’s largest and most respected general contractors, (www.wpc.com) has proudly announced the start of construction for its third Orlando area residence to be presented to a disabled U.S. veteran without the burden of a mortgage.
Working in conjunction with the West Orange [...]

Published daily M-F. Sales Tip of the Day: REMEMBER: There are few sales professions in the world whereby the ‘employer’ is going to pay out hundreds and hundreds of dollars and insist that the prospect comes to the sales persons ‘office’ (sales center) and sit down and listen to what the rep has to say! (Read More)
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Branson, MO (September 29, 2010) -– LeisureLink, Inc.™, the leading distribution and revenue management platform for specialty lodging suppliers, today highlighted the revenue management success of Branson-based client Grand Crowne Resorts. Grand Crowne employs advanced tools to maximize rental income in online channels, and has built their processes on LeisureLink’s high [...]

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA (September 28, 2010) –- Looking for a last-minute vacation and a chance to give back to a great charity? Trading Places has the answer! To celebrate October 10, 2010 (or “10-10-10”), Trading Places International will be donating 10% of all “Hot Deals” sales booked between 10:00 am and 10:00 pm to benefit [...]

Published daily M-F. Sales Tip of the Day: REMEMBER: Segmenting the presentation is paramount to a successful outcome and upon the conclusion of each phase during the sales process it is always important to ask the prospect a question (aka: a trial close) in such a manner that they are likely to drop their guard and answer fully and truthfully. (Read More)
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