Open AI Experiment. ChatGPT helps with Methodology Comparisons Jan 2023

Rob Tyrie
5 min readJan 1, 2023
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This is an experiment with Open AI ChatGPT.

This exploration looks at comparing two books about sales management that are quite famous. One is called “Hope is not a strategy" and the other one is called “Strategic Selling". One is much better than the other. I used OpenAI to do a clever kind of review by comparing the phrases the books use as titles. In summary, the phrases aren’t much different than the books. Quite interesting how well the idea is summarized. But that is a power of these generative transformers. With deep NLP concepts and books can be summarized into their essence, that’s their logical essence, and when you compare big ideas in summary, the ideas are really easy to remember.

We’ve known that for a long time as humans because there’s a whole job of creation that comes after original work. And that’s the summarization of what the ideas are, what the concepts are or an organization of a set of them. So think about this. There is the original art of Leonardo. Then there’s here’s the codex’s that he wrote down all over the place. And, then there’s all the books about Leonardo, and other lists too... These are all kinds of “collectors” to help summarize and understand Leonardo’s work. All are important and they are meta..

Here’s the experiment now. It’s just a comparison of the two phrases as if they were books and then the deeper look at the Miller Heiman method.

The summary is useful to me.

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Strategic Selling Comparison

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Compare and contrast "hope is not a strategy" and "strategic selling" in 1000 words . What are the advantages of "stategic selling"

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"Hope is not a strategy" is a phrase often used to emphasize the importance of planning and taking proactive steps in achieving a goal or solving a problem. It suggests that simply hoping for a positive outcome is not sufficient and that a more thought-out and deliberate approach is necessary.

On the other hand, "strategic selling" refers to a specific approach to sales that involves analyzing the needs of the customer, understanding their challenges and goals, and tailoring a solution that meets those needs. It involves taking a holistic view of the customer's business and understanding how the product or service being offered can fit into their overall strategy.

One advantage of strategic selling is that it allows the salesperson to create a more customized and targeted solution for the customer. By understanding the customer's needs and challenges, the salesperson is able to tailor the product or service in a way that addresses those needs directly. This can lead to higher levels of customer satisfaction and a stronger, more long-term relationship with the customer.

Another advantage is that strategic selling can help the salesperson anticipate and address objections and concerns before they arise. By understanding the customer's business and their challenges, the salesperson can anticipate objections and address them proactively, which can make the sales process more efficient and effective.

In contrast, relying on hope as a strategy can lead to a more reactive and haphazard approach to sales. Without a clear understanding of the customer's needs and challenges, the salesperson may struggle to create a solution that meets those needs and may be caught off guard by objections and concerns. This can lead to a less efficient and less effective sales process.

Additionally, hope as a strategy may lead to a focus on short-term gains rather than long-term success. Without a clear plan or strategy in place, the salesperson may be more inclined to focus on closing the sale quickly rather than building a strong, long-term relationship with the customer. This can lead to a transactional approach to sales rather than a more strategic and long-term approach.

Overall, strategic selling offers a more proactive and targeted approach to sales that can lead to higher levels of customer satisfaction, more efficient sales processes, and stronger, long-term relationships with customers. In contrast, relying on hope as a strategy can lead to a more reactive and haphazard approach that may not be as effective in meeting customer needs or building long-term relationships.

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Which book was more popular?

Without knowing the context or specific books being referred to, it is impossible to accurately determine which book was more popular.

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Of the book "hope is not a strategy" and the book ", strategic selling , which was more popular

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It is unclear which book, "hope is not a strategy" or "strategic selling," is more popular as there is no information available on the popularity of these specific books.

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Summary of the book by Page called "Hope is not a strategy "

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It is not possible to provide a summary of the book "Hope is not a strategy" as there is no information available on this specific book. The phrase "hope is not a strategy" is often used to emphasize the importance of planning and taking proactive steps in achieving a goal or solving a problem, suggesting that simply hoping for a positive outcome is not sufficient and that a more thought-out and deliberate approach is necessary. However, it is not clear if there is a specific book by this title or what the content of such a book would be.

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What is the "miller Heiman" method

The Miller Heiman method is a sales methodology developed by the consulting firm Miller Heiman Group. It is a comprehensive approach to sales that includes various tools and techniques for analyzing customer needs, building relationships, and closing deals.

The method includes several key components, including the Strategic Selling process, which involves identifying key decision makers, analyzing the customer's needs and objectives, and developing a customized solution to meet those needs. It also includes the Conceptual Selling process, which focuses on helping salespeople understand the customer's business and how their product or service can fit into the customer's overall strategy.

Other components of the Miller Heiman method include the Large Account Management Process (LAMP), which is a framework for managing complex sales in large organizations, and the New Strategic Selling, which is an updated version of the Strategic Selling process with a focus on digital selling and customer relationship management.

Overall, the Miller Heiman method aims to provide salespeople with the tools and strategies they need to build strong, long-term relationships with customers and effectively sell complex products or services.

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Rob Tyrie

Founder, Grey Swan Guild. CEO Ironstone Advisory: Serial Entrepreneur: Ideator, Thinker, Maker, Doer, Decider, Judge, Fan, Skeptic. Keeper of Libraries