Forget about loss leaders, bait-and-switch tactics, or two-for-one deals! Any mom knows how to leverage clever strategies and basic psychological principles to get what she wants. With a few crafty techniques, moms can quickly seal the deal, earn their well-deserved “commission,” and move on to the next unsuspecting “client.” Here are ten reasons why mothers are the ultimate sales experts:
- Get More for Less: Arrive at the pediatrician’s office for Alex’s cough, and casually ask, “While we’re here, can we also check on Bella’s rash, and maybe you could give me a quick consultation for that IUD?”
- Same but Different: Announce to your kids that you’re making their favorite spaghetti and meatballs for dinner. Upon closer inspection, they’ll find that the “pasta” is actually zucchini noodles and the “meatballs” are a healthy meatloaf. But hey, it all goes down the same way, right?
- The Classic Typo: Text your partner to rush home because you have a surprise “massage” waiting. When he arrives, casually correct yourself and say, “Oh, I meant ‘MESSAGE’—your mom is moving in for the summer, so we need to convert the garage into a guest room.”
- Creative Menu Planning: When dining at a fancy Italian restaurant, tell the waiter your child is a light eater and will share your pizza. Then, cleverly ask for a side of tomatoes, some grated cheese, and a few veggie sticks. Before they know it, your child has a full meal!
- Games and Rewards: Create contests like “The Quiet Game,” where the winners earn $5. Or, make a treasure hunt for everyday items: “Find my sunglasses for three Oreos, or locate my phone for a juice box!”
- Repackaging for Success: Broccoli? No, it’s “mini trees!” And veggie juice? That’s “Hulk soda!” Healthy snacks are skewered and served with a side of ranch dressing to make them more appealing.
- Limited Time Offers: “If you’re not dressed and ready before I count to ten, the car leaves without you!” Or, “If you two don’t stop arguing, I’ll step in and you won’t like the outcome. Last chance to resolve this!”
- Instant Discounts: “You don’t have to finish everything, just five more bites will do.” And sometimes, a gentle reminder: “I’m not obligated to take you to fun places or buy you toys—the bare minimum is feeding you!”
- Warranties and Guarantees: “If you break that toy, you won’t get another one.” And, “I guarantee that when I’m gone, you’ll wish you had treated me better.”
- Negotiation Skills: Start with an assumptive close: “Are you going to stop kicking my seat before I raise my voice, or after you lose your iPad?” And use clever incentives like, “If you behave this week, I’ll throw in a trip to Disneyland with all the extras—ice cream and cotton candy included.”
If only these natural sales skills could be included on a resume, moms would undoubtedly be top candidates for upper management roles. As it stands, your household might just be in need of a CEO, and you’d be the perfect fit.
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In summary, moms effortlessly navigate through the realms of persuasion using their unique skills, making them the best saleswomen in the game. Their clever techniques and unwavering determination ensure they always get what they need while keeping their households running smoothly.