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Because of the state of the economy and the poor reputation bill collectors have, new and experienced bill collectors everywhere must hone their negotiating skills.

Everyone who is trying to gather money, even whether the amount was agreed upon at the date of the sale, seems to be called for to negotiate. Most bill collectors, particularly new ones, are not as effective at negotiating as they could be. I do know some of the characteristics of a good negotiator and of a good bill collector and wanted to post the things that they have in common.

Understanding the negotiation process – highly effective bill collectors recognize that negotiations are a process. It requires an understanding of the billing, credit approval and payment processes.

Focusing on a Win-Win situation – Win-win means both parties feel like they have “won” during the collection process. Great bill collectors help their customers or debtors try to solve problems and look for opportunities to form that possible. They additionally know when to be firm and limit what they do in order to reach an agreement that is acceptable for both parties.

Patience –

To many bill collectors try to go for the “quick fix” so they can get paid and move on to the next explanation. Great bill collectors know that patience is a virtue and that rushing the collection process often leads to not getting paid. Great bill collectors take moment to gather info BEFORE contacting the debtor or customer, they think carefully about possible solutions and that is critical considering major mistakes can be made when you rush, some of them involving breaking the law (FDCPA).

Confidence – Great bill collectors are confident when making a collection signal or collecting in person, they aren’t arrogant, impolite or cocky, they are CONFIDENT. To reach that level of confidence, you must believe in your ability to reach a win-win agreement with the debtor. This confidence is gained through experience, the more debt collections you do, the better you become at it.

Listening Skills – humans will tell you just about everything you need to know whether you ask the right questions or keep quiet towering adequate for them to continue speaking. The biggest mistake a bill collector can assemble is not listening, or bigger yet, interrupting a debtor when that might mean whether they had just listened longer, they may receive key data that will assist them in their collection efforts.

Being a bill collector is a skill that takes moment, effort and energy. To gather more money you need to work at it, invest the moment learning the dynamics and science of negotiating and being firm.

Orginal post by Michelle Dunn