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Brush-off objection

How to respond to “I don't have time for a meeting”

What it usually means

The buyer doesn't see enough value in the meeting yet. Shrink the ask and make the value clear.

The approach

Offer a shorter, more focused meeting with a clear outcome for them.

What to say

1Understood. What if we took 15 minutes and I showed you just the one thing most relevant to you? If it's not useful, we stop.
2What would make a meeting worth your time?

Adapt the words so they sound like you. Then say them out loud a few times before your next call.

What to avoid

  • Insisting on a long demo
  • Making the meeting about your company history

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