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The "puppy dog close" usually has customers panting to buy

The "try before you buy" approach to sales, also known as the "puppy dog close," is a hugely powerful tool in persuading a customer to buy. Just as pet shops have customers hold puppies or car dealerships allow prospects to take the car home for a night, other businesses increasingly are using the sure-fire method for securing sales. CEO Strategist (03/10)