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SALES MEETING TOOL KIT: SAFETY

Component 1: Safety talking points overview

Component 2: Safety Agenda handouts overview

Component 3: Action Plan Worksheet

Component 4: Action Plan Worksheet (blank)

Component 5: Safety In The News: Safety First

Component 6: Activity List

Component 7: Activity 2a, 2b and 2c Worksheet

Component 8: Activity 2a, 2b and 2c Answers

Component 9: 10-Second Rule for Personal Safety

Component 10: 10-Second Rule Reminder Card

Component 11: Safety Scenario

Component 12: Facilitator Notes for Safety Scenario

Component 13:
Defending Yourself

Component 14: Other Resources

Component 8: Activity 2a, 2b, and 2c Worksheet Ideas


Directions:
Activity 2a	Group brainstorm on the top 4 most common activities that comprise a "typical day." Write the top four responses your group came up with in the spaces provided on this worksheet.
Activity 2b	Moving across the worksheet (from left to right), identify those "typical day" activities during which your safety could be jeopardized. Write your responses in the Safety Assessment column.
Activity 2c	Look back at your responses for the second column. In column three, list the safety measure(s) you could take to help avoid the identified potentially dangerous situations.

2a: Typical Day	2b: Safety Assessment	2c: Preventative Measures
E.g. Conducting and open house	Can be assaulted as the result of being alone.	Buddy-up, allow prospect to view property alone (i.e., basements, etc.), show during daylight, etc.
1) Setting up a listing presentation	1) Can be assaulted as the result of being alone with a prospect.	1) Verify the property is owned by the person who is calling. Ideally, meet the person in the office first and check ID.
2) Showing a property	2) Can be assaulted because your alone in a new environment	2) Always follow prospects into rooms—don't let them get between you and exits; take your own vehicle; leave your itinerary with the office
3) Answer calls	3) Can be assaulted if you give personal information or get inaccurate about a prospect	3) Do not share info such as marital status or your residence. If you must meet the client off-site, get accurate business phone number, then check it.
4) Going to closings	4) People may think your carrying a large sum of money	4) If nervous, ask to be escorted to your vehicle; leave with a group; make sure you aren't followed

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