When a customer says “I want to think about it” or “I need some time to think it over” it's one of the most frustrating expressions a salesperson can hear. You feel helpless, or if you've been poorly trained, you lapse into some manipulative dialogue that proves you’re both a crappy salesperson and you’re only there for the money.
There's a better way.
I'm about to give you the ultimate response to “I want to think about it” – one of the oldest sales stalls known to mankind.

When a customer says “I want to think about it” or “I need some time to think it over” it's one of the most frustrating expressions a salesperson can hear. You feel helpless, or if you've been poorly trained, you lapse into some manipulative dialogue that proves you’re both a crappy salesperson and you’re only there for the money.
There's a better way.
I'm about to give you the ultimate response to “I want to think about it” – one of the oldest sales stalls known to mankind.

SALES QUESTION:
"My decision makers let everything go to voicemail. I posted my dilemma on a LinkedIn sales group asking for advice and one person said I should simply call, give my number, leave my first name and say "I have a question for you" and then hang up. What are your thoughts on this type of strategy?"
SalesBuzz Answer:
This is called the Vague Voicemail Strategy and it's very damaging to your reputation and wallet.
Leaving a vague voicemail message isn't going to help you win new business.

SALES QUESTION:
"My decision makers let everything go to voicemail. I posted my dilemma on a LinkedIn sales group asking for advice and one person said I should simply call, give my number, leave my first name and say "I have a question for you" and then hang up. What are your thoughts on this type of strategy?"
SalesBuzz Answer:
This is called the Vague Voicemail Strategy and it's very damaging to your reputation and wallet.
Leaving a vague voicemail message isn't going to help you win new business.