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Lessons In Selling From A Virtual Location

Selling virtually is completely different than selling from a storefront. Without a commercial location, and with your client hundreds of miles away, how are you going to sell?

A home-based business typically acts the same as a studio with a commercial location. They have clients come to their home, market to the people within a 10-mile radius of their home and create connections with the businesses in their community.

A virtual business understands that the world is their studio, and they have seven continents in which to build their database. They go to their clients, market to people anywhere in the world, and create connections with businesses that can become effective strategic partners.

A home-based business attempts to do everything in house. Control is usually left to the discretion of the owner.

A virtual business uses technology to their advantage. Automation is the key to business survival – and success.

A home-based business networks with people in their community.

A virtual business networks with people online, and ultimately leads to connections around the world.

A home-based business becomes a generalist, taking in work to pay the bills.

A virtual business becomes a specialist, creating working environments that meet the passion and drive of the owner.

A home-based business survives.

A virtual business thrives.