Sales Closing

Sales closing is the culminating stage in the sales process where the salesperson seeks to obtain a definitive commitment from the prospect to proceed with the proposed solution or offering. As a research concept, it investigates the diverse strategies, techniques, and psychological dynamics employed to facilitate this transition, analyzing their application, effectiveness, and ethical implications across various sales contexts. This academic domain examines the factors influencing a prospect's final decision, the skills and behaviors associated with successful closure, and the impact of closing methods on sales outcomes, customer relationships, and organizational performance. Its significance lies in its direct influence on converting potential leads into realized revenue, positioning it as a critical area of study within sales management and marketing research.

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Authors

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2017–2026

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  1. EK
    Eugene Kandel

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel

    2 publications · 78 citations

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  2. BR
    Barbara Rindi

    Bocconi University, Italy

    2 publications · 78 citations

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  3. LB
    Luisella Bosetti

    Bocconi University, Italy

    2 publications · 78 citations

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  4. AJ
    Alan J. Dubinsky

    Purdue University West Lafayette, United States

    2 publications · 119 citations

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  5. PF
    Patrick F. McGraw

    University of Georgia, United States

    2 publications · 229 citations

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  1. Journal of Personal Selling and Sales Management

    JPSSM · 9 publications · 598 citations

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  2. Industrial Marketing Management

    8 publications · 259 citations

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  3. Journal of Marketing

    JM · 6 publications · 636 citations

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  4. Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing

    2 publications · 138 citations

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  5. Journal of Marketing Management

    MM · 2 publications · 71 citations

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