Results from the field...

So many of my subscribers, clients and fellow Direct Sellers have reported immediate results after listening to my trainings, cd and keynotes that I wanted to share with you some of the testimonials to help you understand how much you have to gain from the insights and motivations that I bring to the network marketing and direct sales industries.

Thank goodness for Tammy's tele-seminar!  I have felt at odds with some of the sales 'techniques' I had been exposed to.  I've tried to fit the mould but it never felt like I was being 'me'.  Tammy presented an alternative sales philosophy that I can get right behind and concrete examples of how to get going!  She gave me the confidence to use my empathy and experience to understand my customers.  Now I don't have to grow that thick skin for when I'm trying to get bookings.  I can just be me!

Sarah Hallett
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

I was amazed that everything you said, I have felt, regarding getting on the phone.  You gave me the verbiage to use so that I won't be so tongue tied when I get a no!  Thank you so much!

Sara Pfannenstiel
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

I appreciated the examples of scripts to use when calling. I also liked the idea of offering my January special first and then if they say no thanks, to add the happy new year greeting at the end.  It ends the conversation beautifully.

Brenda McQuait
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

felt empowered to make calls with some great words to say , realized some of words i have been using were not the best.

Deb Skrzynecki
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

Tammy,I listened to the first teleseminar yesterday. I was so happy that I registered for it. It brought back fond memories of you keynote address at the Pampered Chef National Conference in August of 2009.You have made a real difference to me and my business. Your no-nonsense approach coupled with your insights into our customers' thinking is delivered in a practical way. Two things resonate with me...put yourself in her shoes" and "don't listen to that voice in your head...they are only people". I have the book and all of your cds from National conference. I would like to add that your cd on host coaching has helped me tremendously and I have changed my approach since August. I wish you a very Happy New Year and hope you can spend time with your loved ones. You deserve a break too.

Diane Simon
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

Just wanted to tell you that your Tele-Seminar Jump Start Your Business From A Complete Standstill was AWESOME!!  This is the first tele-seminar I have attended and it was truly jam packed with information from the very beginning to the end with information that anyone no matter where they are in their business can use!  The videos you had us watch before the seminar were very enlightening as well.  Nobody has ever explained to me how body language and of how making your potential host feel okay about saying No" can make a difference in your future business.   As you were explaining about the scripts I found myself thinking "even I can do this" and I don't have many prospects or past hosts!  You gave us a great way to contact our prospects and past hosts and start the New Year  off on the right foot!  Thank you so much for all the information!!  I appreciate all of your products, Carpe Phonum, The Complete System, and Jump Start Your Business From A Complete Standstill!  Thank you and have a wonderful New Year!!

Judy Chaffin
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

Hi Tammy,I stayed until the very end of your call (even though you thought that some had left).It was the very first teleseminar I have ever done and it was beyond what I expected. I heard you speak at our national conference and I make sure to read all your ezines that are sent to my inbox weekly.I've taken your resources more seriously and I believe it has helped me change my business.During your teleseminar you spoke about putting out an irrestible offer without being too overly enthusiastic and I had realized that I was the person on the phone that was scaring my customers away and backing them into a corner.I'm ready to get a jump on the New year and feel that i have the confidence now to follow up with my customers now without the fear that they are rolling their eyes as soon as they hear who is on the other side of the conversation.Thank you for taking the time ou of you busy schedule to conduct the teleseminar.It was truly insightful and has helped me greatly.Happy New Year to you and your family.

Cindy Steed
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

Tammy -- As always, I relate to everything you say in your trainings, seminars, books, etc. In particular, on yesterday's call, your theme of making our customers feel okay about saying 'no' really clarified my own feelings about that.  I've always felt like I was compromising my business if I didn't use some of the familiar rebuttals when prospects say 'no'... but hearing your thoughts on the subject helped me to feel okay about letting my customers say 'no', but doing it in a way that opens the door to them saying 'yes' in the future!  Thank you!

Vanessa Gillon
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Below, Tammy, are several items in the teleseminar that 'hit home' with me:

  1.  The voice inside me telling me not to make the phone calls because people won't like what I have to offer - ties directly to 'old tapes' from a past life.
  2.  Keeping track of your thoughts just one day to identify the 'negativeness.' 
  3. Making the decision to stop suffering by stopping the worry and despiration.
  4.  Tammy's new habit of while daydreaming about your business imagine your customers saying 'no.'
  5. Last, but not least: Me playing with you attitude instead of a winning attitude. Goes back to Steve Covey's habit of a 'win-win' approach.

Thank you again for making this opportunity available even to someone who has no income - unemployed for over a year and my Pampered Chef business is stalled. So the $27.00 was an effort, but definetely worth it.

Aleana Knowles
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

Thanks for a great call!  Having been in direct sales a little over ten years I truly appreciate your tell-it-like-it-is style. You spoke the truth when you said This business is SO SIMPLE- but it is not easy. So many new Reps think 'it will just happen'.  Thank you for telling the truth-You have to do what you don't really have the courage to do.  That the courage comes on the other side- after you make the calls. Again thanks I am off to make calls and have a fabulous NEW YEAR full of parties and new reps!

Shirley A.
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

I realized what I was sounding like to my customers when I called and asked for bookings.  I like the direct approach of getting to the "meat of the coconut" right off the start on the call instead of making idle chit-chat before asking for what I really am calling about.  I am anxious to get my script and make some calls.  I can't wait for my first show on 1/8 and the 4 others that were already booked and am anxious to fill up my calendar even more in January.

Lynn Basson
Independent Consultant
The Pampered Chef

What a fantastic resource!  I love how Tammy presents both sides of the coin - what I, as a direct sales rep, am thinking as well as what my customer may be thinking!  Tammy has really made me put myself into my customers' shoes, in order to better serve them and not scare them away.  She has provided a thoughtful, humble way for me to contact the customers who I have not spoken with in a few months...rather than feeling awkward, it is a perfect time to touch base with them as we head into 2010.  I am already putting her scripts and ideas to work, and love the confidence I now have & the results I am getting.  Thanks, Tammy, for proving that it is never too late!

Amy Brown
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

This teleseminar was packed with very useful information that I've never heard before in my 7 years in the direct selling industry.I've come to expect practical, high quality, information packed seminars from Tammy based on past experience. She came through again! How does she do it?

Peggy Larsen
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

The most exciting part of the tele seminar for me was the specific homework of making a list of 10 acquaintances to call on January 1. I would never have considered calling people on January 1.  And I also wouldn't have thought of calling people I barely know. Great idea!  I have nothing to lose and everything to gain!  I like to have a concrete plan! I can do this!!!

The Patti Gervan
Independent Consultant
The Pampered Chef

Your straight forward perspective on sales is refreshing and different.  I appreciate things such as what to do if the prospect says No", and how to be authentic and up front with prospects by telling them right away why I'm calling.I'm planning on using this approach in my presentations also, to defuse the resistance people may feel to a sales presentation.  Thanks, Tammy!

Jan Savage
Independent Representative
Southern Living at Home

I love Tammy's no-nonsense approach to everything. She doesn't sugarcoat the fact that direct sales is a business that takes effort. She gives you the tools so that your efforts pay off.

Linda S.
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

I'm looking forward to getting on the phone now!  I feel empowered with the insight gained from the teleseminar.I love your approach and attitude towards customer service.

Joan Bivins
Independent Consultant
The Pampered Chef

Terrific, down-to-earth, usable information. I immediately got on the phone and made some great contacts.

Ann Burke
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Where do I begin? I liked what Tammy said about even if you have done everything wrong since you started your business, No Problem.It is a new day and a New Year. I have been going over how would I want to be treated and how I hate people calling and not taking no for an answer, so I am working out wording for when someone says no and when they say yes so that if it was someone saying it to me I would feel like that meant it.I am also working on my list for the assignment. I think the things Tammy taught are things we can use in all areas of our lives.I am so glad my director shared the email about this call to me and that I took part of it. I am sure it is going to help me in my business and in my life.

joyce gorton
Independent Representative
Celebrating Home

Finally, some training that is real.  I feel like I have permission to be myself, to be a friend to my customers and succeed.Phony scripts are everywhere but Tammy Stanley's script seems sincere and down to earth, one I am comfortable with.  The $27. spent for the 75 minute training will be one of the best investments I've made in a long time.  I am ready to get on the phone and call my preferred customers...I realize I owe it to them and will not be afraid to hear no. I am ready to build customers for life and connect with them in a way that they will not avoid my phone calls.  Thanks Tammy for the wonderful training.I love the fact that courage comes after the call. I'm ready to fill my January calendar and have a great start to 2010!

Sally Konecny
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Wow...I have been with The Pampered Chef for over 15 years and this teleseminar is by far the best I have ever taken. I knew it would be as I attended Tammy's workshop at our Pampered Chef National Conference last summer and again.....best workshop I have ever taken.Truly I have only missed One National Conference in 15 years and I have personally spoke at a few and Tammy just blew me away. Amazing!

Sandy Plummer
Independent Consultant
The Pampered Chef

Listening to you last night, I felt like you were talking directly to me. My business is almost at a standstill, and have almost been in a panic as to how I am going to reach my goals.This is my only income right now, and would like to be able to just concentrate on Silpada.  The pressure is off, I'm not afraid to hear 'no' and no longer feel that I have lost a future hostess or customer if they do tell me no.  I am a no pressure kind of person, and have wanted to maintain that approach in my business, thank you so much for your great advice and teaching.  I will be back for more!

Lisa Philips
Independent Consultant
Silver Jewelry Company

I have been in the direct sales industry for over 25 years and have heard many trainers. Tammy is by far one of the best. Her insight and delivery of proven skills is second to none.  She is real and is in touch with the business as it is today.  The ideas and concepts she shared on this call were invaluable and inspired me to share them with my LifeStylists.

Daryll M Jonnson
Independent Representative
Damajon

I very much enjoyed your teleseminar last night.  I had previously attended a training you did in Michigan and also found it very helpful. I've already started my calls and 'visits' to acquaintances and its gone very well. It's true, the 'courage', 'confidence and comfort' are definitely on the other side of the call!  I can't wait to kick it in high gear tomorrow on January 1!  Relax and Happy New Year!

Jill Woods
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Thank you so much for the information on the Tele-call!  I can't wait to start implementing what I learned from this. I often get afraid to pick up the phone, but I realize the only thing I really am losing by NOT calling is time!!Thank you!

Christie Handzel
Independent Representative
Guy and Eva

Tammy's position of approach with customers is so dead on target for success.  She definitely defies the normal sales training approach.  Her approach is the best as we are trying to build relationships with these people.can't wait to put them to use!

Sherry Kramer
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Thank you !  Your direct and honest approach is appreciated!  You can never have enough resources to find what works best.

Sue Peters
Independent Consultant
The Pampered Chef

Tammy provided the exact mix of motivation and directness that I needed.I came away from the seminar with an exact focus and plan of action. Tammy gave me the tools to do specifically what I need to do now.I especially appreciate Tammy's underlying philosophy that we should relate to our prospects and customers as people.

Paige Beckwith
Independent Representative
Private Quarters

I am so caught up in what to say and how to say it to my customers that it has paralyzed me and my business. This teleseminar with you let me know that I can do this business without having to be the typical salesperson that we all run from at stores. I am starting to revisit the idea that I can be successful in this business by doing what you said on the call and by Just Being Myself!

Charlene Cuff
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Great outline; great prep notes to ensure we were listening and not busily writing/remembering catching-up to what you just said and then being behind. I have not been putting an offer on the table quickly, rather after I have done fluff dialog...although genuinely...not realizing it appears disingenuous  Thank you for the suggestion to make calls on Jan 1st...I have already coached a new recruit to make calls on Jan 1st, too! (Don't worry-I didn't share any other secrets).I will need to work on NOT doing the things that  get folks to say NO quickly and run!  I have been overly enthusiastic.  I WILL put myself in their shoes...and not sound so ridiculous.  And I need to figure out a way to explain our Birthday Diva program without confusing people. (mystery hostess party..to those who have birthdays in a particular month).  I sense how it's confusing (too wordy) and often have to explain it again, slower.Thanks again!  I did get a new recruit IMMEDIATELY after listening to your call yesterday!  Seriously, I met with prospect right after the call.Thanks!

Christine Weaver
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Truly enjoyed the training. I like your techniques. They are different than the status quo!

Donna Woolam
Independent Representative
Vantel Pearls in the Oyster l

Loved the teleseminar! I really loved your free videos too! I really enjoyed listening, but I am a visual person. It would have been really great to have been watching you on a live video feed. Hint! hint!I am new to Silpada. I love the products, the company, the services I can offer and the friends I have already made.I have set some HUGE goals for myself in 2010.  First I want tons of free jewelry and to attend all the trainings and trips, but also because come January, the school I am working for is 'pink slipping' everyone on my team as part of Maine's school consolidation / restructure plan.Although, we can all apply and competitively interview for the newly created positions, I do not want to feel like I am dependent on it or them - does that make any sense?Now, to your request. I learned that I was doing just about everything after 'hello' wrong on my calls. I have adjusted and have one new booking since yesterday! Thanks to you!I have also received a call from a consultant, from another direct marketing company. I think she must have listed as well! She did great and I am having a home party for her. I love her product too and was impressed by her call. I was smiling the whole time.Thank you again.  Have a happy and safe New Year with your family.Take care.

Norma-Jean Stanion
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Tammy got right to the point in her teleseminar, which is what she taught us to do with our prospects!  She has inspired me to pick up the phone, connect with my customers, and re-boot my business.  Thank you, Tammy!

Sue Gordon
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Tammy Stanley you once again outdid yourself.  I just love your approach and how different it is from any other coaching and training available out there.It is completely brilliant!  Like you said it is simple but not easy.  The not easy part is just us getting over our bad habits and getting into something new and just having the discipline. I can't wait to get on the phone tomorrow and apply all your awesome tips! I definitely recommend you to anyone out there looking to increase their shows, sales, and just boost their business.  I've booked MANY shows and increased my customers calling me back enormously just by following other simple techniques from your other workshops and trainings.  Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!

Rachel Donat
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

The seminar was the best.Tammy Stanley not only gives you the "tools" to be successful - she gives you the "why".I learned skills and gained the confidence to take action.Using the practical tips from Tammy I'm convinced I can increase my booking and recruiting success.

Carla Mazzarelli
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

"Thursdays are very special because that's the day I receive your weekly ezine, The Sales Refinery Insights. Since receiving and practicing the wisdom in your ezines, I have found the courage to pick up that 200 lb telephone and I'm even learning to ask for help. I want to thank Tammy for sharing with us with such wit and commitment."

S. Westbury
Sales Manager
Independent

Tammy,When I signed up for your tele-seminar I was skeptical about what I would hear and would it be the same stuff I have heard from others on how to sell my product.  Well, I was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed listening to you speak about the fears I have with direct sales.  I am a confident person and I love the challenge of selling something, but sometimes it's hard to know how to go about doing it.  I learned so much from your examples.  I don't like to be pushy and I like to treat others like I want to be treated.  You really showed me how important it is to contact my customers personally and just to keep it simple.  I made my list of people to contact and decided to do more than 10 contacts.  I am making my calls on the first day of the new year when people will be home.  Thanks for the help with scripts.  Sometimes it's all about the wording.  Happy New Year!

Jennifer Cook
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Worth every penny and more!  Really need to listen to the replay, which I believe was promised to glean all the information that I want.  Can't wait to listen again.

Juliet R. Bailey
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

Tammy is a dynamic speaker and presents her ideas, tips and suggestions in a straightforward, "comical" way that grabs your attention.  I know that I can utilize the information I learned and feel genuine and comfortable with the approach. I can just feel that Tammy cares about the success of her prospects and enjoys herself too and presents her ideas, tips and suggestions in a straightforward, manner.Thank you!

Amy Falkenberg
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

The thing that stuck with me the most is....Step inside your prospects shoes..and just be your true self..do the follow up calls make them feel the you really and truly value them as a customer..because service isn't what it used to be!

Vicki Hogg
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

It gave me the motivation to pick up the phone and call even the people I haven't called back in a long time.  And to make sure I follow-up with everyone that is the way we lose customers.  Even if it is to other reps in our own company.Awesome customer service is the way to go!  Thanks Tammy!

Jill Gronemeyer
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

"I have been in direct sales for almost two years. I do take training seriously and listen to all the online training that my company offers. I believe that knowledge, acquired through training and through personal experience, gives me the solid foundation to sustain a business longer in a successful way. However, sometimes, no matter what my up line tells me, or what I hear from my own company, concepts do not appear to be as effective as I wished when I apply them. I am the type of person who needs the what, the how and the "why" to do things. To me, it is valuable to reach outside of my circle and get enlightened by other professionals' experience and knowledge. Tammy Stanley's training series provide me with the "why" I am looking for. She also presents concrete strategies to apply the concepts in an effective way. I have seen very positive results since I started my training with her. I am much more confident on the phone. I know exactly what to say and how to react... and seal the business."

Rosi V.
Premier

The insights Tammy offers into how to effectively sell to your prospects and fill your calendar are like nothing I have heard before.  What she says makes so much sense.  I just love the psychology behind her methods and advice!  I know I will utilize the things I learned on this 75-minute call for the remainder of my direct sales career!  Thank you Tammy for being so real!

Jennifer Scheidt
Independent Representative
Silver Jewelry Company

"I got much more than I had hoped for in Tammy Stanley's book "Carpe Phonum". Tammy details areas of your personality that keep you from using the phone as an effective tool for business sucess. With Tammy's guidance I explored what my hang ups are and how to overcome them. "Carpe Phonum" is not another self help book, it is more accurately described as a self exploration book with real life solutions to a problem all businesspersons face. Well worth your time and money."

E. Amparan
Independent

I already have 3 new parties even in the middle of a flu outbreak in our area, and 3 new ones for February.

Donna Eddleman
Independent Consultant
The Pampered Chef

Tammy is such a breath of fresh air!  She doesn't waste your time with gimmicks. She shoots straight from the hip and teaches methods using basic human psychology that make it easy to relate to your customers.Thank You so much, Tammy, for helping me jump start my business for the new year!

Brooke Rash
Independent Representative
Pure Romance

"If you've ever had difficulty picking up the phone, then you need to implement the principals and techniques Tammy Stanley outlines in "Carpe Phonum." I spend a lot of time on the phone and found several things that have already made it easier to make those sales calls I don't really want to make. For what you get Tammy should be charging ten times what's she's asking. This is a no-brainer if you're truly interested in being able to get over the fears you have about using the phone."

Jon Keel
Owner
Improved Results, LLC

As I mentioned after the conference call, I put a testimonial on the application for the  Jump Start Your Business From A Complete Standstill," workshop in the comment box. I hope you can find it as it was pretty fabulous.As far as today's tele-conference was concerned, it was just what I needed to get me motivated and back on track.  Right after I got off the call I, 'stopped the nonsense.', 'Stopped suffering over phone calls.'   Stopped listening to the crazy person in my head, and you know what happened?  I made those calls. I presented an irresistible offer.  I made the offer time-sensitive.  And I booked two more January shows!  And I did it all in a normal speaking voice -- not with Minnie Mouse enthusiasm at a pitch only dogs could hear. I'll also be making those calls on New Years Day.  Once again, Tammy, your presentation went right to the heart of the matter and now I'm looking forward to a thriving business starting January 1, and continuing throughout the year rather than feeling that I'm playing an annual catch-up game.Have a great New Year and I hope we will see you at our National Conference again.

Mary Weber
Independent Representative

I enjoyed hearing this seminar especially meaningful to me was the part about being yourself and not some hyped up sales person, natural, and not fake is the way to go.I am also going to change the way I handle my business in 2010 and not let customer follow be a thing I think about doing but something I acutally do and schedule time to do.

Cynthia A Watson
Independent Representative
The Pampered Chef

"There are two things I love about Tammy Stanley: After 15 years in the field of education, network marketing was very foreign to me. My company does an incredible job of training. It tells us exactly WHAT TO DO. However, I ran into two stumbling blocks, and Tammy addressed both of those issues the first time I heard her speak. First, because I didn't fully understand the reasons or the theory BEHIND my training, I was neglecting parts of my business without even realizing it. But more importantly, FEAR was a major obstacle in my life! I was actually dumbfounded when I listened to Tammy's CD Carpe Phonum because I felt as though Tammy had peaked into my daily activities and was narrating my life! I was instinctively drawn to Tammy, because she KNEW exactly what was holding me back. Tammy's advice helped me work through my fear and find the courage that was hiding just outside of ACTIVITY!!! I would highly recommend Tammy Stanley to anyone who wants MORE out of life, and isn't achieving the results they desire!!! I frequently incorporate her ideas into my training for my own team."

Marilyn Cahill
Independent