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© 2009 South-Western, Cengage LearningMARKETINGMARKETING
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CHAPTER 17
Technical Sales Event
PurposeThe purpose of the Technical Sales Event is to
provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate knowledge of a technical product.
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CHAPTER 17
Technical Sales Event
ScenarioParticipants will organize and deliver a sales
presentation for their selected technical product to meet the needs of customers
The target customers are parents of students in elementary, middle, and high school.
New product and/or service target market customers will be identified annually by DECA.
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CHAPTER 17
Technical Sales Event
DescriptionYou must organize appropriate information and
present/defend a sales presentation.The 20-minute oral presentation will consist of 15
minutes for the sales presentation and 5 minutes for the judge’s questions.
Your presentation will be evaluated for effectiveness of public speaking and presentation skills and how well you respond to the judge’s questions.
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CHAPTER 17
Technical Sales Event
DescriptionAcceptable visual aids include three standard-sized
posters not to exceed 22" × 30" each and one standard-sized presentation display board not to exceed 36" × 48" to be placed on chairs or free-standing easels.
Electronic presentations with no sound effects may also be used in the Technical Sales Event.
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CHAPTER 17
Technical Sales Event
Performance Indicators EvaluatedCommunicate reasons for buying a new technical
product.Take a concept from an idea to an actual product.Analyze product information to identify product
features and benefits.Set priorities and demonstrate effective time
management.Demonstrate critical-thinking/problem-solving skills.