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Sales + business

One thing I have learned while running my construction business is efficient sales. People who see you as a salesperson will always be hesitant to work with you. They hate to feel ‘sold’.

This aligns very well with the Islamic principles of business. Oftentimes, salespeople have little technical knowledge and know only how to sell. They have little care for the customer and more care for the deposit / money in.

If you are honest and sincere throughout your sales process, this reflects onto the customers attitude. This increases trust and confidence in you and your company / business. Make sure your work also reflects this and you will have a never ending stream of positive feedback and client testimonials - which will eventually lead to more clients. This is how you build a business full of Barakah and ensure your income is also full of Barakah!

The Prophet (PBUH) was reported to have said - “May Allah have mercy on the man who is easy-going when he sells, when he buys, and when he asks for payment.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)

There is a beautiful video by Oumar Al Sharafa that speaks about the purpose of business in Islam. He mentions that the purpose of business is not to make money - but to fulfil Allah’s commands in business - That is the true success.

Jazakh Allah Khair for reading.

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