Thu.Jan 22, 2015

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Big Deals and High Heels: Why Women Are Naturals at Selling

No More Cold Calling

'Women do things a little differently than men. And that’s a good thing in sales. Men still outnumber women in the upper echelons of sales. But that’s changing quickly. Success in sales is about building and nurturing relationships. And women are natural networkers and conversationalists! Sometimes we’re hesitant to ask for help, but at the same time, we recognize the importance of finding (and being) mentors.

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Why Are You Still Doing Pipeline Reviews?

The Pipeline

'By Tibor Shanto - tibor.shanto@sellbetter.ca . Why? While this long entrenched ritual has some utility, it more often than not ends up being a painful and torturous waste of time. Reps are rarely truly prepared and while this is not excusable, it is usually because they feel that regularly these are a CYA exercise their managers go through. Numerous times I have seen mangers schedule their pipeline reviews just in advance of their review with their higher ups in the hierarchy, not much in t

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Sales Management Book of the Month

Steven Rosen

'Slammed: For the First Time Sales Manager. I wanted to share a new eBook “ SLAMMED!! For first time sales managers ” by my friend and sales management guru Ken Thoreson. This is his 4 fourth in a series of books written under the banner “Your Sales Management Guru’s Guide To:”. I know that sales managers can use all the help they can get. With a lack of on boarding and training for new sales managers it is sink or swim.

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A Good Look at Bad Salespeople - Companies Don't Get This!

Understanding the Sales Force

'Copyright: 123RF Stock Photo. This week I received a cold call from one of the worst salespeople ever. I get to see the Sales DNA and Sales Competencies of more bad salespeople than anyone on the planet so I know bad when I see it or hear it. Objective Management Group (OMG) has assessed more than 750,000 salespeople and when I compare percentages between the beginning and end of the last ten year period, not much has changed. 74% of all salespeople still suck and I get to see just how bad they

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How to Improve Email Deliverability and Optimize Each Send

Learn how to optimize email deliverability and drive greater email ROI. What lands your email in the customer’s inbox? Understanding those factors, otherwise known as email deliverability, is critical to getting the most return on your campaign investments. But the “rules” around which factors land you in the spam folder aren’t always easy to keep up with.

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Have You Built Enough Reasons For The Prospect To Choose You?

MTD Sales Training

'Often, we find when with a prospect that the time has come to present a solution to their needs and wants. In the old days, we would say we are ‘going for the close’. It’s at this point that we. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].

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7 Tips to Jump Start Your Life from Todd Schnick's Live the Intrepid Life

Pointclear

'Todd Schnick is a stellar individual. He’s a great guy who spends a lot of time helping others (like me, for instance)—but that’s not the only reason you should read his new book. Live the Intrepid Life is well worth your read simply because it is in and of itself a very good book. I found myself doing a whole lot of head nodding while reading this one.

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How Will You Succeed in 2015? Breakthrough Sales University!

The Sales Hunter

'Each year I set myself goals on things I want to learn and, more importantly, how I want to apply what I learn. This is what trips my trigger and gets me excited. The reason is simple — it allows me to achieve more. Last year I set a goal to find a way […].

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Are You Leading with a Command or Wish Verb?

Increase Sales

'Words do matter for leaders. Depending upon the verbs you choose as a leader, you may be leading with a command when you want a wish or with a wish when you desire a command. The words you choose reflects your emotional intelligence. Leadership research continues to reveal that those leaders with high emotional intelligence secure greater and more sustainable results.

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You’re NOT an Employee, You’re A Product

A Sales Guy

'How’s that title make you feel? Are you feeling a little minimized? I get it. Saying you’re not an employee can sting a little, but why play games, why pretend? As much as we like to think we’re an employee, that should be cared for and respected; we are the product before we are anything else. Here’s why? It breaks down like this.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Fresh Start in a Fresh Year?

Engage Selling

'Is this the start to 2015 you wanted? We’re quickly approaching the last week of January. By now, you can probably gauge your start to 2015. Have you accomplished your goals for January? Are you hitting weekly sales targets at a better pace than in 2014? If you aren’t off to the start that you […].

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Sales Onboarding Challenges^* Tips & Ideas [Video]

BrainShark

Studies show that companies are willing to spend 20 times mor

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Industry Insights with Paul Greenberg

SugarCRM

'The post Industry Insights with Paul Greenberg appeared first on Salesfusion.

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The Product Focused Company

Partners in Excellence

'I spend a good amount of time calling on the customers and prospects of my clients. Recently, I was doing some win reviews. We were very interested in learning more about why these customers bought from my client. The key competitor was much larger and the dominant force in the industry. Winning against them was a real coup, we wanted to learn more about how we could repeat that.

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5 Inspiring B2B Marketing Campaigns to Take Yours to the Next Level

Your next big B2B marketing idea starts here. Get inspired with these five successful B2B marketing campaigns. Ready to generate more leads, interest, and revenue with your B2B marketing? In this comprehensive eBook, you’ll get: In-depth studies of five successful B2B marketing campaigns spanning a wide range of industries Key takeaways and lessons from each story to implement in your own strategy Resources to help your own B2B marketing thrive By submitting this form, you agree to have your con