When people say "I can't afford it" - Page 2

Mom from Texas · #11 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 10:11 PM

Diamond42377,
I totally understand some people can't honestly afford certain things. I was frustrated the day I wrote that because there were a couple of people who could afford it but just said they could not as an excuse. These people have money to buy many "extras" and go out to eat at expensive restaurants but they are not used to spending money on their health so they say they can't afford it. I too never spent money on my health until now so I really totally understand where they are coming from.

I wish you luck in getting a new job soon. Sometimes the best things come out of situations like this. You have the right attitude and that will surely help you. Congratulations on your new bundle of joy!

Take care and God bless,

Mom from Texas · #12 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 10:19 PM

Robyn,
I know there are people who really can't afford certain things. I really understand that. The day I wrote that I was frustrated because the people I was talking about could afford it but just used "I can't afford it" as an excuse. These people do not want to spend money on their health because they probably are just not used to spending money on their health. I used to be like that myself until recently so I understand.

I hope things get better for you soon.

Take care and God bless,

Mom from Texas · #13 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 11:36 PM

Eileen,
I really understand that some people can't afford certain things. I was really talking about people who could afford it but just used "I can't afford it" as an excuse. That day I was just frustrated because the people I was talking about could afford it but they are just not used to spending money on their health and that is okay. I was like that too until recently so I totally understand.

I hope things get better soon for you.

Take care and God bless,

homebizmommy · #14 (**permalink**) 07-07-2007, 05:36 PM

I think we are all traveling down the same road together. Let's try this excuse.....they are already buying what my company sells but they can't commit to purchasing what they are already buying. It amounts to switching labels or stores but a better, safer and more economical product. Well I guess expecting everyone to "get it" is asking too much. Just my opinion.

momsradio · #15 (**permalink**) 07-09-2007, 04:52 PM

I can understand the frustration but try not to be judgemental. It's tough to know from somebody's appearance what their financial story is and your frustation might come through in your presentation.

gmwahl · #16 (**permalink**) 09-08-2007, 10:00 AM

Oh this is such a tricky topic. Most of us in our lives have been in a place where we felt we couldn't afford something. That is reality. At times I couldn't afford to go out to eat, or some clothing I wanted, or cable T.V., etc. But there are people out there that can't afford a home, or a car, food, or to pay their electric bill. Those are serious "I can't afford it" responses.

So let's look at what we are really talking about. Those who have businesses where they are making a living from selling to others get frustrated when someone turns them down. That is so natural. They too need to make money so THEY can afford things. It is a vicious cycle. But this is the cycle we live in. That is the way commerce is set up.

I think the trick is putting yourself in the other person's shoes. Find out about the person before you give them your sales pictch. Find out what their needs, concerns and desires are. You care about them FIRST. Then, you might say, "Based on what you have just shared with me, is what you are doing right now working for you? Are you getting the results in your life that you want?" More times then not they will say, "NO!" That's when you begin to share that perhaps now is the time to do something different to create a different result. Once they commit that yes, perhaps it is time, THEN you bring up your product or business. If they say "No!", it is not the right time to bring up change then you move on and don't take it personal.

You see you aren't talking to them about money and what they can afford. You are talking to them about what the needed "change" is in their life. This opens them up to the idea of what you have to offer and prevents them from feeling cornered.

Always care more about the customer than your personal outcome and you will find much more success in your business.

nattiesmom · #17 (**permalink**) 09-11-2007, 12:53 PM

I agree with the above person...if they are not able to or say they cant afford it,just move on.Maybe the timing wasnt right,keep them in mind though because circumstances can change.

mhobbs25 · #18 (**permalink**) 01-04-2008, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by IsaWAHM

I know what you mean. My sister is in excess of 100 lbs overweight. She is seeing weightloss success from many members in our family, but still resists...her excuse, of course, is "I can't afford it". Yet, as you guessed, she spends money on everything else (vacations, food, Walmart).

It's obvious to me that her "I can't afford it" is not her real excuse, but it's the easier one for her to say. It's harder for her to say "I'm scared; what if it doesn't work for me; I will continue to be the failure that I already am" (Of course, she never actually said that, but I bet that's where her mind is).

In most cases, it's just an easy excuse. The prospect is not ready for it yet.

The story of your sister reminds me of a "Scrubs" episode I watched recently. It showed a young woman who was going to get gastric bypass surgery...basically because she didn't want to get out and do the work. The problem with people is not that they "can't afford it", its that they "don't want to afford it"

You can check out the Scrubs video on my web page. It'll be on the right hand side about half way down.

Ravish30 · #19 (**permalink**) 01-04-2008, 07:31 PM

I think folks just have different priorities....for some it might be that buying a new dress is more important then buying a health supplement. I have no problem with that and respect others...what is a priority for me, might not be a priority for them.