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No where is the ABC (always be closing) mentality stronger than in New York City. You came in knowing exactly what you wanted and knew the price to match. I guarantee the sales reps are taught to break you from that price point whenever possible. That price got you in the door-- now it's time to see if they can get you for the bike rack and the flood lights. But here's the real issue: for every guy like you, there are 5 more who happily get up sold. So while I agree with your position personally, as a business owner, my approach would be to let my sales guy piss off a few people in the process of reaching for a higher ticket conversion.
The real secret is having managers who can do damage control after the fact. And I suspect by the fact that you tried to engage with Fiat after their follow up call, that you were prepared to forgive-- which further proves the point. Fiat's system could work perfectly if they could tighten up the post-sale. ABC.
What's More Important, The Sale Or Your Reputation?
One definition of a prostitute is someone who sacrifices their good name in order to make a buck. But what do you do when someone else is driven by the sale but it is your reputation that suffers as a result? This is the risk run by any company that relies on a third party to sell their product...
Good read. I know there have been quite a few instances, especially in urban centers like NYC, where churches have certainly promoted "a substantial nonexempt purpose" by renting out prime real estate and venue for non-religious events. It's hard not to monetize a fifth avenue address. Great blog.
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Starting a Nonprofit: What is “Religious” under 501(c)(3)?
A "religious" purpose is one of the seven exempt purposes specified in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (the "Code"). However, unlike with the terms "charitable," "educational," and "scientific," the term "religious" is not defined in the Treasury Regulations, in large part due ...
Okay, but serious question here. Why not give such a popular law blog as this an update? The "Go" button in the top right was a graphic from Apple II E. Love the blog, Just sayin'
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More 'Suggested Mottos for Other Law Blogs'
At his Noncuratlex blog (via PrawfsBlawg), Kyle Graham has undertaken an interesting project: to propose new mottos for other law blogs that he likes. Graham serves up several suggestions, including: PrawfsBlawg: "Please Don’t Judge Us by Our Website's Hideously Ugly Color Scheme" TaxProf Blog:...
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