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When is the Best Time to Make Cold Calls

By on May 14th, 2013

Lately, we have been discussing cold calling as a marketing method quite a bit. For example, my last post touched on how to discuss freelance pricing during a cold call. This time around, I want to take a closer look at when you should be making cold calls. If you are going to spend time on the phone, you might as well give yourself the best chance of success. Note: While there are some general rules of thumb to follow, don’t be shy about experimenting with a variety of schedules. Here are three tips that will help you iron out …

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How to Increase Call Backs from Voicemail Messages

By on February 19th, 2013

If you spend any amount of time cold calling, you will soon find that your primary targets are not always available to talk. For this reason, you have two options: Call back at a later time and/or date Leave a voicemail message and hope for a return call While there are pros and cons of both options, I always prefer to leave a voicemail message. With so many prospects out there, you don’t want to waste time as you continually double back for follow-up calls. Of course, leaving a message doesn’t do you any good unless the person calls you …

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A Recent Cold Calling Experience

By on April 5th, 2010

As you may have noticed by now, I am in the guy at All Freelance Writing who talks about marketing. While most of my posts are tips and how-to articles, I wanted to give some “first hand experience advice” this time around. Last week, I decided to make 25 cold calls to local businesses. Gasp! I am sure some of you get scared even thinking about doing this. While cold calling is never easy, it can payoff in the long run if you stick with it. So, what type of results did I achieve? Before we get into that, let …

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