BuzzBoard

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

As a sales professional, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of the small business market in order to effectively sell to this segment. By familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of the SMB market, you can tailor your sales approach to meet their specific requirements. Let’s talk ‘CONVERSATIONS that CONVERT’.

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Nutshell

DECEMBER 7, 2023

One way to harness the power of artificial intelligence is by implementing AI productivity tools. In this article, we’ll explain how artificial intelligence software can enhance productivity and provide a comprehensive list of the best AI productivity tools. Table of Contents What are AI productivity tools?

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Taking Effective Steps to Differentiate your Digital Marketing Agency for Small Businesses In the competitive world of digital marketing, setting your agency apart can be a significant challenge. Social media marketing is one of the most effective tools at your disposal.

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Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Marketing and sales teams rely heavily on one another to drive business. After all, it’s the marketing department that generates leads, and the sales team that converts those leads to paying customers. Table of Contents How can Sales and Marketing collaborate? Let’s take a closer look with some examples: Product datasheets.

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PandaDoc

MAY 8, 2024

Thousands of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are joining the market every week. Which approach and tools should you implement to make the most of this potential? A robust SMB sales strategy is underpinned by adopting smart solutions like document management software and sales automation tools. In the U.S. What are SMB sales?

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Pointclear

OCTOBER 24, 2017

In 2015, I wrote this blog for Sales & Marketing Magazine: Dead is Dead (in Sales & Marketing). It seemed like, suddenly, a lot of things were dying: cold calling was dead; telephone prospecting was dead; outbound marketing was dead … many said that even marketing was dead. Maybe I was just sensitive.

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Janek Performance Group

APRIL 17, 2024

In B2B sales and marketing, companies employ various strategies to drive growth and expand their client base. 76% percent of BDRs report to sales over marketing. 76% percent of BDRs report to sales over marketing. They then leverage research tools and market insights to pinpoint promising opportunities.

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BuzzBoard

OCTOBER 26, 2023

With a multitude of options at your fingertips, choosing the right AI sales tool has become a decisive factor in determining the success and sustainability of your sales efforts. Start by defining your objectives. Make sure the tool you choose has the capacity to achieve your objectives.

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SBI Growth

MAY 13, 2013

One of the biggest problems for sales reps is customer objections. In this article I will address an alternative way to look at objection handling – from the point of view of the buyer. As a sales rep, you have a variety of tools in your bag. ‘A’ A’ Players know that these tools don’t always work independently.

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Allego

MARCH 7, 2023

Product marketers play a critical role in any company’s success. They’re conduits of information and the connective tissue between product developers, the marketing team, and the sales force. If you’re tired just reading that list, imagine how product marketers feel. 3 Habits of Highly Effective Product Marketers 1.

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SalesLoft

AUGUST 4, 2020

Ahhhh, objections. For sales teams, there’s simply nothing worse than progressing a deal through the pipeline only to have a no-go objection come up at the 11th hour. For sales teams, there’s simply nothing worse than progressing a deal through the pipeline only to have a no-go objection come up at the 11th hour.

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BuzzBoard

APRIL 9, 2024

Introduction to Account-Based Marketing (ABM) for Digital Marketing Agencies Digital marketing agencies aiming to streamline their sales efforts should consider implementing account-based marketing (ABM). For a digital marketing agency, understanding that ABM is primarily a B2B marketing strategy is vital.

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The Pipeline

AUGUST 5, 2021

No issue with that, but I prefer to use investment and the financial markets, primarily because of the focus on value. The challenge for many sellers is defining Objectives. Once you understand the role your prospect plays in the decision, you can begin with these four elements of Objectives: Risk. Productivity.

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The Pipeline

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Despite advancements in tools, methodologies, and other attempts, sales as a profession continues to struggle. Doesn’t matter the tools, the technique or anything that take the conversation away from the why of it all. To be clear, they have (or should have) clear objectives. By Tibor Shanto.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

This multitouch buying experience poses a difficult question for marketers: Which channels actually contribute to an eventual conversion—and how much did each channel contribute? Enter: Marketing attribution. We explain the basics of marketing attribution and explore several popular marketing attribution models.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 10, 2019

It’s no surprise to see more and more marketers explore and invest in attribution modeling in 2019 and beyond. It’s imperative for marketers to understand their customers’ journey and the role that each touchpoint plays in an eventual purchase — and marketing attribution is the one tactic that helps them do so.

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BuzzBoard

APRIL 16, 2024

Concept of Using Social Media Marketing to Win Digital Marketing Contracts with Local Businesses In the quest to secure digital marketing contracts with local businesses, digital marketing agencies are increasingly recognizing the importance of engaging in local social media marketing.

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Zoominfo

JULY 5, 2022

This makes routing marketing leads to your sales team a critical step for driving revenue growth. A modern routing strategy that’s built for revenue growth includes three main elements: Integrated account-based selling tools The ability to route any object (e.g. What is Lead Routing and Why is it Important? They become reality.

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BuzzBoard

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In our previous post, we discussed the reality of selling digital marketing services to local SMBs by analyzing the in-between communication challenges backed by true anecdotes. Line up Your Strategies with Customers’ Business Goals: Use SaaS Tools to Build, Track, and Manage. Start by doing the usual.

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Pipeliner

JANUARY 3, 2024

In today’s digital age, video marketing has become a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their target audience and elevate their brand. By incorporating compelling video content into their marketing strategies, businesses can effectively engage viewers, increase brand awareness, generate leads, and drive conversions.

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BuzzBoard

MARCH 8, 2024

What a Digital Marketing Plan Entails for Small Businesses A digital marketing plan is vital for small businesses in today’s fast-paced, digital-centric landscape. It provides a clear roadmap to reach digital marketing goals and facilitates understanding the online marketing terrain.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Attempting to grow your business without marketing intelligence is a lot like driving without directions. Without a clear understanding of your industry or market, you’ll be ill-equipped to make informed business decisions. Businesses are catching on to the importance of market intelligence. What Is Market Intelligence?

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SBI Growth

AUGUST 16, 2023

The objective should be to make the change manageable, iterative and practical in a way that generates immediate benefits while minimizing the downsides and risks as the platform and tools evolve. By embracing AI, sales professionals can leverage its capabilities to achieve better sales outcomes and stay competitive in the market.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 14, 2022

Marketing mistakes are costly. Top Display Advertising Targeting Mistakes Getting your audience right is paramount to increasing conversion rates and spending efficiently. Yet marketers often struggle with this crucial step. “You can use dynamic audiences on their own or in concert with native audiences.

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Hubspot Sales

MARCH 2, 2018

Common Sales Objections. Every prospect you speak to has sales objections, or reasons they’re hesitant to buy your product. Why are sales objections unavoidable? To be successful, reps must learn how to both discover and resolve these objections. What Is Objection Handling? Why Is Objection Handling Important?

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Highspot

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A comprehensive sales and marketing plan sets up organizations for long-term growth and success. In this guide, we’ll dig into the differences between sales and marketing plans, how to create your plan, and templates to get the ball rolling. What is a Sales and Marketing Plan?

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Highspot

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A comprehensive sales and marketing plan sets up organizations for long-term growth and success. In this guide, we’ll dig into the differences between sales and marketing plans, how to create your plan, and templates to get the ball rolling. What is a Sales and Marketing Plan?

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Gong.io

AUGUST 12, 2022

You’re staring at your notes, trying to remember every detail from the prospect conversation you just had. . In an instant, it all comes back – pain points, objections, weather in Chicago. . That’s where conversation intelligence steps in. What is conversation intelligence? Sound familiar? .

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Zoominfo

MAY 3, 2020

This multitouch buying experience poses a difficult question for marketers: Which channels actually contribute to an eventual conversion—and how much did each channel contribute? Enter: Marketing attribution. We explain the basics of marketing attribution and explore several popular marketing attribution models.

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Braveheart Sales

JULY 29, 2021

Be prepared for routinely heard price objections! Identify the list of price objections that salespeople hear on a regular basis, and then prepare the most effective responses for diffusing those objections. Most simply hope their salespeople can do a good job of handling objections. A Price Objection FAQ.

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Zoominfo

JULY 2, 2020

While marketing professionals understand marketing automation can streamline essential processes, many do not leverage these systems to their full advantage. Marketing automation is beneficial. What is Marketing Automation, And Why is it Important? How Does Marketing Automation Work?

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SMEI

MARCH 10, 2022

Learn To Create A Marketing Strategy That Gets Your Products And Services In Front Of Motivated Buyer With This 13 Step Guide. A marketing strategy is a plan of action that will help you achieve your business goals. A great marketing plan will give you a sustainable competitive advantage. Determine Your Marketing Objectives.

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Apptivo

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

What is an Outbound Sales tool? The article will cover everything from A to Z regarding how outbound sales CRM increases conversion rates. Outbound sales, also known as outbound selling or outbound marketing, is a sales technique in which a company’s sales team contacts potential customers by various means of proactive outreach.

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SalesLoft

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

On a typical day, an AE on your team might have calls with half a dozen prospects and clients, sift through the recordings of those conversations, need to figure out where in the buying process each of those prospects and clients are, lose track of time, and delay a deal. Simply put, it’s technology that assists you in meetings.

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SalesLoft

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

On a typical day, an AE on your team might have calls with half a dozen prospects and clients, sift through the recordings of those conversations, need to figure out where in the buying process each of those prospects and clients are, lose track of time, and delay a deal. Simply put, it’s technology that assists you in meetings.

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Highspot

JULY 20, 2023

That’s where conversation intelligence can step in. These smart systems keep learning, helping improve the user experience and boost conversion rates and sales pipelines. In this guide, discover how sales coaching software with conversation intelligence becomes a real-time mentor for your sales team.

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Allego

MARCH 17, 2022

The Fourth Industrial Revolution is upon us, and new technologies are driving productivity and growth across all industries and markets. Increasingly, software includes artificial intelligence (AI) , and sales tools are right along with them. And sales teams must use these tools to succeed. Conduct Digital Ride-Alongs.

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