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November is the month of opportunity for planning to gain increased sales. 

Attraction to the November Black Friday and Cyber Monday events has seen recent record sales and this month also heralds the lead into Christmas gift shopping and summer holiday, traditional Boxing Day sales.

 According to a recent survey, the ‘Christmas tills will be ringing’ despite the current economic climate.  Shoppers will be more frugal with cost-of-living pressures impacting but are still ready to buy.'  

Whatever your Business if you want to get your share of revenue, follow these Tips. Increased sales equals increased revenue and who doesn’t want that! 

 It starts by understanding WHY November planning is crucial for Sales Success 

Simpy said, with a range of opportunities you can't afford to miss out. Think strategic and back with sound planning and preparation to capture and gain market share.  

Preparation begins with developing a robust Sales Strategy and Marketing Plan along with providing appropriate Staff Training. Get the Team onboard, sell them the benefits and rewards. Offer bonuses for exceeding targets. Enthusiastic and committed staff skilled in Customer Service Excellence, supported with quality and competitively priced products are the pathway to successful and increased sales.

Key Sales Opportunities 

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Pre-Christmas offers and Festive/Summer holiday specials. 

Sales Strategy 

• Set Business and Team goals, Identify Targets and develop an Action Plan with Milestones to track, monitor and record progress. 
• To manage consider adopting IT tools such as Activity Management, Workflow automation, Customizable dashboards, Customer onboarding and Contact Management.

Marketing Campaign 

• Develop your Marketing Plan Checklist
• Select the event, adopting various Strategies and Activities
• Know your ‘niche’, and target audience 
• Implement a social media campaign for increased engagement and exposure

Capture Customers with Targeted Promotions: 

• Exclusive discounts, Limited time offers, 
• Adopt flash sales tactics, promote early bird specials, loyalty rewards and customer appreciation.
• Generate Email & Social Media campaigns for online shoppers.

Manage Inventory 

• Ensure sufficient stock levels to support promotions
• Advertise limited stock if necessary
• Manage returns and exchanges efficiently
• Forecast demand during peak periods

Getting Your Share of Sales – Starts with November Planning  

You are ready, prepared for action, let the Sales Campaign begin!