The Pitch with Amy Summers

Four years of structured downtime has paid off. Learn how to fill idleness with action. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It’s just a no, it’s not a bomb. Learn how to cushion rejection with care. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Your first reaction sends a huge message. Learn how to create ideation within your team. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

To get them to do their best work, do this. Learn how to give feedback that someone wants to listen to. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Don’t jump in. Learn how to give others control over their work. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Your company is making a huge mistake. Learn how to depersonalize statements to soften the directness. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It’s my secret to being highly productive. Learn how to keep projects moving along. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Stop deflecting. Learn how to say thank you with great enthusiasm. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

I’d like the table at the window. Learn how to build confidence in your directness. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Warm-up like an orchestra. Learn how to adjust your tone of voice to be more persuasive. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Keep requests to a minimum. Learn how to get the answers you need. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Would you please? Learn how to be polite and direct at the same time. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

I would take a no over an indefinite maybe any day. Learn how to get over the false idea of rejection. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Blunt sounds a little harsh. Learn how to look at directness in a more productive way. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Directness doesn’t work on everyone. Learn how to meet someone’s communication style halfway. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Leave the tiptoeing for ballerinas. Learn how to pair honesty with politeness to share how you really feel. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Don’t be weak. Learn how to use stronger words to get what you want. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It’s the conversation ender that doesn’t really end things. Learn how to say no when you aren’t really interested. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

If they have them they will ask. Learn how to close a communication without complication. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

You’re the expert... Learn how to drop the compliment if you don’t really mean it. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Don’t “Aretha Franklin” them in an email. Learn how to gain respect the respectable way. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Binging Netflix doesn’t compare. Learn how to be more relevant and engaging. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Is the “no” working? Learn how to assess your “no” success. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Learn how to develop an endless stream of approaches for your pitch. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

The most successful sellers pause after this. Learn how to detach from your pitch. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Objections may be needed. Learn how to develop a process to drop the worst prospects quickly. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Until you hear “no” the opportunity is still anyone’s game. Learn how to get a response from a lead instead of letting it go. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Everyone wants to be part of something bigger. Learn how to ignite your team on an emotional level. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Aimless is dangerous. Learn how to stick with your decisions. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It could just be a misunderstanding. Learn how to probe without being too annoying, before you move on. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Like an artist, you need to prepare for your next big showcase. Learn how to document visual proof of your awesomeness. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Be kind. Learn how to default to believing in the best intentions. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It’s like being the oldest child. Learn how to stretch your responsibility beyond your comfort zone. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Rehearse like an actor. Learn how to come up with a response plan for no. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Envision yourself working there. Learn how to play that victory movie in your head. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

If you have none, you’re not protected. Learn how to move from hypothetical to solid lines in the sand. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

These people don’t survive, they thrive. Learn how to recognize what you can and cannot control. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

It could just be a misunderstanding. Learn how to probe without being too annoying, before you move on. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

I could do it faster, but… Learn how to take your team and production to the next level. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

Did you hit your mini-goal today? Learn how to connect long-term goals with short-term tasks. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship