The Center for Sales Strategy

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Take this five-question quiz to set the foundation for this blog post—simply answer agree or disagree. I interview sales candidates every week, even if I don’t have openings on my staff. I find my best sales candidates when I’m under the gun and have openings on my staff.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 11, 2021

Ultimately, your sales and marketing strategies depend on it. Identifying customer pain points is crucial to the success of both your sales and marketing strategies. Ask Customer Pain Point Survey Questions. Below are a few open-ended questions to get them talking about their most pressing issues.

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SBI Growth

MAY 9, 2013

VPs of Sales are hungry for any information that gives them an edge. Download our “ Loss Evaluator ” and begin conducting Loss Interviews today. Did I mean a Win-Loss interview ? Win interviews are fruitful for small tweaks or suggestions. One customer we worked with exclusively conducted win interviews.

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SBI Growth

MARCH 20, 2013

Applications, LinkedIn profiles, interviews – it’s all a hassle. This blog offers a few insights to help shorten the search, maximize income and separate you from the pack. Bradford Smart and Greg Alexander wrote a book called Top-Grading for Sales: World-Class Methods to Interview, Hire, and Coach Top Sales Representatives.

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Sales Hacker

MARCH 28, 2023

Building an outbound sales strategy can be challenging. Be aware, this tool isn’t just for your sales team. Companies that aren’t an exact fit may still be worth selling to, but you’ll know in advance that the sales cycle will be longer and the chances of a closed-won are lower. The best place to start? What do they look like?

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Regardless of how they acquire it, potential buyers step onto the sales floor (in-person or virtually) armed with information about their options; to remain effective, salespeople will need to adapt to the methods of the modern buyer. More than ever before, the new reality of sales must rely on marketing to a higher extent.

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SBI Growth

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Your Chief Sales Officer (CSO) left. Instead, top HR and Sales leaders follow a detailed checklist of tasks. As well, emerging practices from top sales organizations are discussed for 3 key tasks. You can access it when you sign up for SBI’s Sales & Marketing Research Review here. The CSO Search Checklist.

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Smooth Sale

MARCH 11, 2023

Below, our collaborative blog provides the signs to be on the lookout for and realize it’s time to get a new job. Related Blog Stories: Smart Ways to Support Your Home-Working Employees Employees Are Your Capital – Retain Them! Muster enthusiasm before each interview by exercising and telling yourself, ‘you got this!’

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Sales and Marketing Management

JUNE 25, 2018

I know, you fell into sales, and perhaps from there, sales management. When you can’t sleep because you are up until 3 a.m. studying sales methodologies, you know that you are obsessed. Action – If you're sitting reactively doing email, if you're sitting period – you’re failing in sales. Bank on it! h/t Rowley).

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Zoominfo

AUGUST 11, 2020

That is, they should be determined using interviews, case studies, and research on past and current clients. Below are some of the key benefits of using ideal client profiles in your sales and marketing strategies: Personalization: Everyone’s favorite buzzword. Which clients had the shortest sales cycle ?

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Smooth Sale

JULY 12, 2023

People waiting in the lobby for their opportunity to interview for a job feel the stress. Our guest blog offers insights on efficiently attracting, evaluating and onboarding talent. The question is, are you ready to streamline your company’s hiring process? Today’s insights are provided to help you achieve the Smooth Sale!

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Bernadette McClelland

APRIL 10, 2013

I had the pleasure of being interviewed this morning by Nick Psaila as part of his ‘Ordinary People doing Extraordinary Things’ series. When you are put on the spot like that and asked a question that you haven’t had a chance to prepare for, two things can happen. The questions you ask yourself are crucial.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 12, 2018

In today’s blog post we dive into some of the most interesting applications of AI in the world of recruiting. Yet, only four to six of that number will actually receive an invitation to interview ( source ). 3. Schedule interviews. AI For Sales: Discover How Sales Is Changing. Keep reading!

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criteria for success

JUNE 29, 2020

Happy Monday, Let's Talk Sales listeners! He’s also the former president of 3 family-run Mercedes-Benz dealerships and has extensive experience in selling & sales management. Interview with Chad Glauser. And, he answers questions about: Important selling characteristics and qualities. Sales leadership skills.

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Showpad

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In this interview, Matt shares his perspective on how to get a business to digital faster using methods and tools that reduce print and increase customer insights in a non-traditional sales environment. . We’re about a $3 billion organization with six business units. I oversee global marketing for all of our business.

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The Pipeline

JANUARY 18, 2012

The Pipeline Renbor Sales Solutions Inc.s Goal Achievers Radio Interview. Stored in Business Acumen , Interview , Proactive , Proactivity , Productivity , Sales Leadership , Sales Success , audio , execution. We covered a number of topics relating to sales and success. Sales Success , Tibor Shanto.

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Sales Hacker

APRIL 18, 2023

Table of contents Joel’s background: 80% interview rate, 0 sales experience Burn your resume! Here’s why Statistics: Video pitches vs. resumes How to make a video pitch Video pitch + follow-up cadence Real success stories Hone your mindset My story: How I landed an 80% interview rate with 0 sales experience It was early 2020.

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MTD Sales Training

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

What questions do they consistently ask of you? Subscribe to blogs and newsletters by people who have the answers in those specific fields. 3) Look at what niche fields people in your industry are needing to know more about. Ask questions that no-one else is asking. Asked to be interviewed on local radio stations.

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SBI Growth

DECEMBER 21, 2013

You begin rehashing the feedback from sales, customers and prospect surveys. Improve your Voice of the Customer (VOC) with better customer & prospect survey data (online or interviews). Content Audit Template Example: The content download template includes blogs as a category example. Consideration, and 3. Preference.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Today, we’re sharing the ultimate list of sales podcasts. If you work in sales, it’s our hope that this list of sales podcasts provides you with some fresh listening material, newfound inspiration, and the tips and tricks you need to excel in the world of sales. The Ultimate List of Sales Podcasts. Listen here.

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Hubspot Sales

JULY 12, 2018

Sales Interview Questions and Answers. How do you generate, develop, and close sales opportunities?". What do you consider your most significant sales achievement to date?". How do you keep up with the latest industry trends in sales?". Sales Interview Tips. Tell me a bit more about yourself.".

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Zoominfo

APRIL 11, 2018

Whether you’re a hiring manager, sales leader, or the CEO of a company, you know it can be difficult to identify and hire top sales talent. Although an intensive interview process can help you weed out unqualified applicants, you never really know how well a candidate is going to perform until a few weeks or even months into the job.

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HeavyHitter Sales

JULY 1, 2011

Heavy Hitter Sales Blog. Closing Techniques Using Sales Linguistics. Top 7 Critical Sales Trends for 2012. IT Sales Strategy: Software, SaaS & Hardware Sales. Best New Sales Book of 2011. If Sigmund Freud Was Your Sales Manager. Four Critical Sales Kickoff Meeting Success Factors.

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MTD Sales Training

MAY 19, 2015

This is a guest blog written by Stephanie Earle from Simply Sales Jobs. Job interviews are often a nerve-wracking prospect, especially if it’s a job you’d really love! Don’t be daunted by the prospect, as a salesperson you’re in the perfect position to smash it – just treat your interview as a sales pitch.

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Bernadette McClelland

JANUARY 31, 2019

It can be a blog, it can be a post, it can be a video or a meme, it can be a heartfelt message, it can be an idea, an opinion, a photo or a piece of trivia that needs to be shared. It can be a series of questions, a brilliant proposal, a boardroom presentation that knocks the socks of the audience, ad infinitum. Art can be anything.

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LeadFuze

AUGUST 12, 2021

The Best Sales Podcasts for You This 2021. The ability to listen to an almost inexhaustible supply of training, case studies, and applicable tips via sales podcasts shouldn’t be taken for granted. From individual sales reps to Founders, there are so many great “shows” to help you become better at your job.

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Lead411

AUGUST 30, 2023

The Top 5 Sales Podcasts on Linkedin What are the newest trends in sales? What are some great tips and tricks to help my sale process? How can I succeed in today’s modern sales landscape? These questions among others are addressed by some of the top Sales Experts in their own sales podcasts on Linkedin.

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The Pipeline

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The Pipeline Renbor Sales Solutions Inc.s Stored in Attitude , Business Acumen , Interview , Planning , Proactive , Sales Leadership , Sales Success , audio , execution. Sales Success , Tibor Shanto. A Random Walk Up Sales Street. EDGE Sales Process. Hiring Sales Talent. Impact Questions.

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Zoominfo

MAY 12, 2020

They tend to have in-demand skill sets, a successful work history, and are less likely to be interviewing with other companies. Ask the right questions. Review their skills, work history, and check out the blogs they engage with. Ask the Right Questions. One of the best sales techniques is to have prospects sell to you.

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Pipeliner

AUGUST 2, 2020

I started Video Podcasting about 3 or so years ago when we at Pipeliner CRM launched Sales POP! In the intervening years, I have hosted nearly 500 one-on-one interviews, panel discussions, Live YouTube events , and live chats. 3 How Long? our online, multimedia magazine. 1 Interesting People. 4 Broad or Narrow.

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criteria for success

APRIL 15, 2019

Anthony is an international speaker, author, and sales leader. He posts daily sales tips and insights to The Sales Blog. He’s also the author of The Only Sales Guide You’ll Ever Need, The Lost Art of Closing, and Eat Their Lunch. In today's episode, we talk to Anthony [ ] The post Let’s Talk Sales!

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Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 11, 2019

However, that tendency in startups can lead to burned-out sales reps and a business ill-prepared to scale. There are times when business is slow for a sales department. Your sales department can be experiencing slow business for a variety of reasons. How long is the typical sales cycle for your reps? Analyze your CRM.

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Allego

APRIL 18, 2024

Well, it’s no longer just a promise—AI is actively reshaping the way we manage our day-to-day tasks and how we conduct business, particularly in sales. In fact, consulting firm McKinsey & Company says, “AI is poised to disrupt marketing and sales in every sector.” To help you, I dug deeper to see how sales teams can use AI.

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SBI Growth

DECEMBER 1, 2012

Hey, Sales Operations leaders. Do you want to increase sales and meet your 2013 goals? Encourage sales and marketing to build personas and build a plan to operationalize them immediately. Sales is frustrated because of a lack of proficiency in using the persona. Preliminarily identify customers to be interviewed.

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CloserIQ

MARCH 1, 2019

It happens at every sales job interview. Towards the end, the interviewer will turn to you and ask if you have any questions. This part of the sales job interview isn’t just a formality, and it’s certainly not a chance for you to just coast. To do well, prepare thoughtful questions.

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criteria for success

APRIL 6, 2020

Happy Monday, Let's Talk Sales listeners! Susan is the President of Unstoppable Women in Sales , an organization that coaches women sales professionals to reach the top 1% in their industry. Interview with Susan Trumpler. In today's episode, I talk to Susan about sales prospecting and selling. Time Management.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 11, 2018

Whether you’re a hiring manager, sales leader, or the CEO of a company, you know it can be difficult to identify and hire top sales talent. Although an intensive interview process can help you weed out unqualified applicants, you never really know how well a candidate is going to perform until a few weeks or even months into the job.

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