15 Rejections To Answer Objections
I don’t know about you but I hate objections. I’m pretty fond of blunt honesty. But it seems like some people blame everybody but themselves for their results in the game of life.
So today, I thought I’d give some cheeky replies to some of the most common objections in network marketing… because let’s face it… they’re some of the most frustrating things you’ll ever hear.
In fact, I sense an objection right now…
“I Market Online So I Don’t Have To Handle Objections…”
Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. The fact is, if you market online then you need to know every objection under the sun.
You practically have to a mind reader because today’s prospects are skeptical and convinced that you’re a scammer before you open your mouth or type a single word.
So let’s get started.
15 Rejections For Silly Objections…
Here’s the game. I’ll give you the objection and a little ‘cheeky’ side note. Don’t worry… you probably think the same thing every time you hear one of these excuses… just don’t say it out loud!
Here they are…
“Is this some freaky pyramid scheme?” Yes, we build pyramids in my back yard under the light of the full moon.
“I don’t wanna pester my friends and family.” Yeah, neither do I… that’s why I’m bugging you instead.
“I don’t have time for this.” Between watching an entire season of Lost on DVD this weekend and the three hours a day you spend on Facebook or Twitter… you’re kinda booked solid.
“I don’t have the money” The average networker is probably thinking: “Yeah, I totally feel for you. Neither do I… that’s why I’m in network marketing.” It goes to show that one person’s excuse is another person’s reason.
“I have a family to feed…” Don’t we all?
“I ‘m not interested.” Not interested? What? I haven’t even opened my mouth. Do you even know what I’m about to say? Man, this one use to get me big time when I used to cold call. Old school blues…
“I don’t know anybody.” Wow. You must be a nun. Don’t laugh, I have a friend who lives in a convent. She knows more people than I do.
“My cousin Bob did it and failed…” And my cousin Bob ate a spider once. Well… I guess I’m about due for a spider sandwich too. Unless… just maybe… I’m not destined to repeat my cousin’s mistakes. Hmmm…
“I need to talk to my wife.” Well, now we know who wears the pants. Whipisssshh! Seriously though, It gets worse when a guy picks up the phone… everything is going good then he says “I need to talk to my husband”.
“Can you send me more info?” Sure, do you want me to buy the paper shredder too?
“Can you give me the link?” Yeah, get a pen and paper handy… it’s a big one… ready? Okay, here we go “w w w . G o o g l e . c o m”
“I hate selling…” Yeah, I hate making money too. The sad part, this is probably the same guy who up-sells fries to me every time I buy a burger.
“The products are too expensive.” Yeah, kinda like those $200 dollar running shoes you’re wearing and that $4000 dollar plasma TV on your wall, right?
“I’m no good with technology.” Me either, I can’t even figure out how to use my remote or program my DVD player.
“I have a job.” Whoa. I never would have guessed.
But it doesn’t stop here by a long shot. Some people literally have an excuse for everything under the sun. The question is… what are they really thinking?
Well here’s a quote that points to the truth…
“A man always has two reasons for what he does — a good one, and the real one.”
– J.P. Morgan –
I always liked that quote.
What do you think?
Jason The “Better Networker”
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21 Comments
Mitchell Dillman on October 20th, 2009
Thanks Jason,
This brought a smile to my face, which really isn’t that difficult. Lately I’m smiling all the time!
If you want to hear a laundry list of “challenges” you should try selling $10,000 participations in oil well leases, over the phone. That was a hoot.
Have a great day, remember, there’s someone waiting for your solution right now!
Mitchell Dillman
Jason on October 20th, 2009
Oh my… Mitchell that does sound
like challenge!
I think we’ve all had
our share of horror stories on the phone.
And I think that’s why so many people are
attracted to internet marketing.
Hope you have a great day too. 
Jason on October 20th, 2009
Hey David, Thanks for dropping in.
Oh boy. I forgot about Dr.Phil. That’s a perfect
example of how to handle an objection and reframe
it. I love it when he throws excuses down the drain
with that one.
You also gave a killer tip right there when you said to
write out the objections and come out with replies ahead
of time… I hope people are taking notes.
Thanks David.
Andy D'Silva on October 20th, 2009
Just pissed my pants laughing… most of this is actually usable! “my uncle bob ate a spider…” GOLD!
John Rothstein on October 20th, 2009
This is awesome! My wife heard me cracking up laughing as I read this. She thinks I am a little bit nuts to begin with. Jason don’t help her in her belief! LOL
Jason on October 20th, 2009
Hah… just glad it made you laugh Andy.
The funny thing, is there’s a little bit of
truth behind each ‘cheeky’ reply. I think
everyone can identify with the frustration
of objections.
Jason on October 20th, 2009
I hear you John.
Between reading my writing out loud
and talking to myself in the shower
everyone thinks I’m nuts too.
Thanks for stopping in. And I’m
flattered.
Shaqir Hussyin on October 20th, 2009
hahahahah this is awesome, tweeted!
Jason on October 20th, 2009
Thank you Shaqir.
I’m glad you liked it.
Peter Montgomery on October 31st, 2009
Re: Jason’s reply to John Rothstein
My wife and kids have stopped asking me “who I’m talking too?”
Jason on October 31st, 2009
@Peter
Hah…
Yeah, I get the same reaction when
I read these posts out loud.
Jennifer May on November 11th, 2009
This was HILARIOUS!!! Totally made my day! Hahahaha Definitely going to be sharing this one… Way too Funny! Thanks for sharing!!!
Jason on November 11th, 2009
Hey Jennifer.
I’m glad you liked it. Thanks
for stopping in.
Emma Weekly on November 15th, 2009
I like to look at these as excuses. And they all shout out to me ” I have no clue, I don’t get the concept and/or opportunity”.
“We have forty million reasons for failure, but not a single excuse.” -Rudyard Kipling
Thanks, great insight.
Jason on November 15th, 2009
Hey Emma,
Yes, indeed. They are most certainly excuses.
I love the quote by the way.
My fave is “I have six faithful serving men. They
taught me all I knew. Their names are What and
Where and When. And Why and How and Who.”
That guy was a genius.
And thanks for stopping in Emma.
Judd Parco on November 26th, 2009
This totally made my day xD
I think that the key to handling objections is to make sure that you are already talking to a person that is worth your time.
But who knew objections could be so fun?
I think I have to stock up on shredders now… 
Jason on November 26th, 2009
They’re fun when you stop
worrying… most are just
excuses. I don’t know, I
thought I could throw a
little light on a stressful
topic… I’m happy that it’s
been a hit here.
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Luv it! It helps to have those flippant answers in our head, even though we wouldn’t use them… we’ll, maybe once in awhile for those ’special’ people.
Dr. Phil’s “How’s that working for you?” is a great response to objections. “I don’t have any money”, “How’s that working for you?”
Seriously, when you take a few minutes to write down the major objections to your product and business, and then put together (and memorize) responses that are based on your story and the benefits that you are receiving, answering objections is a whole lot easier.