10 signs you’re a better salesperson than you think (even if you overlook them daily) Sales isn't just about hitting quota. It’s about how you think, how you adapt, and how you connect. If you recognize yourself in these, you’re doing better than you realize: 1. You’re curious about your buyers ↳ You dig deeper than surface-level needs. You ask the right questions. 2. You spot patterns in objections ↳ You’ve seen enough calls to know what’s coming—and how to handle it. 3. You learn from every call ↳ Wins, losses, awkward silences—you’re always taking notes, mentally or otherwise. 4. You explain solutions clearly ↳ You make things simple for the buyer. And that builds trust. 5. You adapt mid-call without flinching ↳ Curveballs don’t scare you. You pivot like a pro. 6. You challenge assumptions ↳ You don’t just take the brief—you dig into what actually matters. 7. You stay calm under pressure ↳ When the quarter’s tight, you focus harder. Not panic. 8. You don’t fake it when you don’t know ↳ You admit gaps and follow up fast. Prospects respect that. 9. You keep refining your craft ↳ You’re always tweaking, testing, and learning—because good isn’t good enough. 10. You remember buyer details others forget ↳ You bring up something they mentioned weeks ago—and suddenly, you’re unforgettable. You don’t need a title, trophy, or LinkedIn badge to prove your skills. They show up in how you work—daily. Trust your growth. Keep going. ♻️ Repost to encourage someone on their sales journey. 🔔 Follow Haris Halkic for modern sales tools, ideas, and templates.
and also understanding the importance of sales processes and focusing on the continuous improvement of key competencies
Very informative
The bar is pretty low out there - you're likely way better than you think.
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These are actually great creeds in any role.
Thanks for sharing, Haris. The adage “We are all in Sales” is a fitting precursor to this. Robert Louis Stevenson, the famed Scottish writer, emphasized the idea that no matter our profession or life circumstances, we're constantly promoting ourselves, our ideas, or our values—essentially "selling" something. Many CEOs stress this as well since without sales revenues the company will fail and everyone contributes in some way to Sales…
Interesting
This list hits hard!
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2dSadly, I have seen some people in sales with most of the above traits 😀, missing, at least 75% of it.