Father’s Day is always a special day, a time to celebrate the bond between fathers and their children. This past Father’s Day was no exception. I had a great time spending it with my youngest daughter and was thrilled to hear from my oldest daughter, who’s moving back home soon.
We started the day by going to church, followed by a delicious lunch at a local Mexican restaurant – my daughter’s treat! After lunch, we decided to explore the wonders of the Tractor Supply store next door.
If you’ve never been to a Tractor Supply, imagine a modern-day co-op, a mini-Lowe’s with a country twist. They have everything from plants and lawnmowers to side-by-sides and even live baby chickens and ducklings! Yes, you read that correctly – live poultry! And don’t forget the giant metal roosters for your yard. All this in a space slightly bigger than a Dollar General.
We were strolling around, taking in all the country-themed goodness, when nature called. I made my way to the men’s room, and that’s when the unexpected happened. I opened the door to find a man already occupying the throne! An awkward moment, to say the least. I quickly shut the door, but before I could escape, a voice boomed out, “Sorry! I should have locked the door!” “I’m so sorry, my bad man!, sorry again”. The humor of the situation struck me, and I couldn’t help but chuckle. I walked back a bit and replied, “No problem, man! Happy crapping!”
I found my daughter, shared the hilarious story, and we made our way past the giant metal roosters and out of the store.
The sales advice here is sometimes, you need to be quick on your feet and have a sense of humor to recover from an unexpected situation. Just like my “Happy crapping!” response, a memorable and lighthearted approach can turn an awkward moment into a positive interaction that the throne king and I can share with others. In sales, this could mean acknowledging a customer’s complaint with empathy and a touch of humor, or using a funny anecdote to break the ice and build rapport.
And that, folks, is how my Father’s Day went – a mix of family, food, and a memorable bathroom encounter. It just goes to show you, even in a store that sells live chickens, you never know what kind of wild surprises you might find!
Share with me: What’s the funniest unexpected moment you’ve had during a seemingly normal day?
Happy Selling,
David
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