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Who Owns the Pipeline, Marketing or Sales?

Pointclear

I recently talked to Dan McDade with PointClear as part of a series on SLMA Radio that I’m hosting that deals with the issue of pipeline ownership. He maintains that technology alone doesn’t address the need for marketing to generate more leads for sales. Dan has some interesting perspectives, as have other guests on my show.

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What is Inside Sales (And Why Do You Need It?)

DialSource

For example, outside sales reps close deals the old-fashioned way, typically face-to-face. These field sales teams tend to travel often, attending trade shows and conferences in order to schmooze prospects over a meal or round of golf. . Inside Sales Is Here to Stay — Here’s Why . Lower costs and higher profits.

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Best of PowerViews: Exciting Future for Inside Sales Experts

Pointclear

It has been a pleasure to interview each of them and share perspectives on topics ranging from B2B lead generation and inside sales to social media trends and personal branding. Each interview is available on our blog and YouTube channel. Bob Perkins, AA-ISP, Field Sales Reps Move Inside for Better Quality of Life.