Jim Ferme 💥💲🚀

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Founder & Facilitator at Business Impact Group

New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Jim Ferme is the founder of Business Impact Group (BIG), a premier referral network he has cultivated for over a decade. He specializes in driving business development through strategic, person-to-person connections. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, people frequently describe him as a "master relationship builder" and a "natural connector. "

Passionate about his local community, Jim co-founded FLIP Societys Future Long Island Project, an initiative dedicated to the betterment of Long Island. He commits his time to working with young adults and professionals to foster a thriving local environment and create lasting opportunities.

His network is so effective that one member reported a return on their investment of twenty times or more.

Personality Overview

Goal-Oriented

Risk Tolerant

Direct & Assertive

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Referral Marketing
His career is built on the belief that referral marketing is the most powerful tool for scaling a business, a core principle of his company, Business Impact Group.
Business Networking
He founded and facilitates a high-impact networking community, focusing on creating authentic connections that lead to tangible business growth and shared success for members.
Long Island Community
Co-founded and served as President of FLIP Society's Future Long Island Project, demonstrating a deep commitment to the region's prosperity and future.

Media Appearances

Jim has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2017
Founder & Facilitator at Business Impact Group
2016 - 2018
President and Co-founder at FLIP Society's Future Long Island Project
5-2014 - 2017
Managing Partner at American Business Associates
2012 - 2014
Vice President of Sales at Thomson Digital
2010 - 2012
VP of Sales at Bradford & Bigelow, Inc

Education

1984 - 1989
Bachelor of Science from Rochester Institute of Technology

More Information

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Exp : 21 Location : New York City Metropolitan Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder & Facilitator at Business Impact Group

Interested in

Health & Outdoor

Scouting, Scouting

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Insights For Selling To Jim

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jim is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jim

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jim move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Jim take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Jim

Personality Compatibility


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