Title: 12 Step Fool Proof Sales Letter Author: Business Department Last modified by: Business Department Created Date: 9/26/2003 12:39:31 PM Document presentation format – PowerPoint PPT presentation
After they read your copy, the reader should say to him/herself
Yeah, thats exactly how I feel
4 Provide the Solution
Now that youve built your readers interest by making them feel the pain its time to provide the solution.
Introduce yourself, your produce and/or service, relieve the readers mind by telling them that they dont need to struggle through all their problems because your product or service will solve it for them.
5 Present Your Credentials
Include
Successful case studies
Prestigious companies or people you have done business with
The length of time you have been in your field of expertise.
Conferences where you have spoken
Important awards or recognitions.
6 Show the benefits
How can they personally benefit?
A hot tub not only soothes and relaxes your muscles but it also gives you an opportunity to talk to your spouse without interruptions.
7 Give Social Proof
Build your credibility and believability by testimonials from satisfied customers.
Include pictures of customers with their names.
8 Make Your Offer
The best offers are usually an attractive combination of price, terms, and free gifts.
If you were selling a car your offer might be a discounted retail price, low interest rate, and a free year of gas.
9 Give a Guarantee
Make your offer even more irresistible by taking the risk out of the purchase. Give the absolute strongest guarantee you are able to give.
Example 100 No questions asked, take it to the bank guantee.
10 Inject Scarcity
Most people take their time responding to offers, motivate them to take action
If you purchase by (date) you will get the entire set of free bonuses.
11 Call to Action
Your call should be action-oriented. Do this by using words like
Pick up the Phone and Call Now!
Tear off the order form and Send Today
12 Give a Warning
Use the Risk of Loss strategy tell readers what would happen if they didnt take advantage of your offer.
Try to paint a graphic picture in the mind of the reader of the consequences.