LinkedFusion

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Introduction Generating leads often keeps small businesses afloat in today’s fast-paced business environment. Identifying which approaches are effective, where to invest money, and how to further develop campaigns without adequate measuring tools and data is challenging.

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No More Cold Calling

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

Referral selling is by far the most effective sales strategy out there. It’s just that some of the tools have changed in the digital age. Or you can make the connections you already have stronger—a strategy that’s much more likely to grow your referral network and fill your sales pipeline with hot leads. Learn more.)

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No More Cold Calling

AUGUST 19, 2014

If you’re asking strangers on social media for referrals, you’re like the guy at a networking event who shoves his card in people’s face and asks for theirs in return. Referrals Are Personal, You’re Not. He’s pitching without ever bothering to ask about me or my business. And he thinks I’ll give him a referral?

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PandaDoc

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

But while business forecasting and quantitative analysis is definitely a hot topic for big companies and their sales managers , it’s a foreign concept for most solopreneurs and small businesses. Other business forecasting tools to consider 1. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Why do I need it?

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Act!

DECEMBER 19, 2023

That’s precisely what referral networks help you achieve. A strong referral network helps fill your sales pipeline with high-quality leads in your target market who are interested in purchasing from you. In this post, we’ll discuss effective ways to build a referral network for your business.

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No More Cold Calling

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

They also win by getting referrals. Technology is a great tool, but selling is still a person-to-person business. Our topic: “How to get the one-call referral meeting.” Yet, getting Bill on the phone was surprisingly easy, thanks to a referral from someone he trusts. Never has and never will. You can listen here.

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No More Cold Calling

AUGUST 25, 2015

Sure, referral leads are top-notch, but they don’t just appear. I dug a little deeper and learned the statistic referred to the Net Promoter Score (NPS)—a tool many companies use to survey clients about their willingness to recommend these businesses to others. Don’t let customer service reps ask for referrals.

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No More Cold Calling

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Referral selling requires a personal touch. It’s both a fantastic business tool and a huge time-waster. Whether you’re asking for referrals, communicating with your team, or having an in-depth conversation, emailing often sends the wrong message. Asking for Referrals by Email? Enough to make you dread opening it?

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No More Cold Calling

DECEMBER 27, 2015

The most powerful tool in my sales toolbox is me.” We discussed the many sources of referrals, how referral programs work, and why asking to meet “anyone who…” won’t get you introductions to the prospects you really want to meet. Andy also asked me about referral introductions on social media. Sound arrogant? Not really.

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No More Cold Calling

AUGUST 27, 2015

In the meantime, learn more about referral selling in this month’s posts: Don’t Confuse “Target Market” with “Ideal Client” It’s not marketing’s job to identify and nurture your ideal clients, or to convert them into qualified prospects. What tech tools will help me generate hot leads and land new clients?” The answer is you.

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No More Cold Calling

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

There’s no such thing as a referral machine. And without strong relationships, you can forget about getting referral leads. Top salespeople know existing clients are their best source of referrals to new clients. Top salespeople know existing clients are their best source of referrals to new clients.

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Act!

APRIL 22, 2024

While times of economic uncertainty affect every company, small business entrepreneurs are often hit hard. In this article, we’ll dig deeper into the impact of economic uncertainties on small businesses and discuss strategies to deal with them. This makes it even tougher for small businesses to stay afloat.

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No More Cold Calling

MARCH 15, 2011

No one will argue the effectiveness of referrals in garnering new clients, but as with other aspects of sales, it is time for a makeover. While this makeover is not necessarily technology driven, let’s be trendy and call it Referrals 2.0. You can avoid this by slightly changing your focus and leveraging core referral concepts.

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No More Cold Calling

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Build your sales business with a targeted referral-selling strategy that includes goals, metrics, and accountability for results—and you’ll have more business than you know what to do with. I believe in referrals because referral selling works. That’s a typical referral-sales objection. Unqualified?

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Increase Sales

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Sales referrals are golden for mid-size to small business owners and sales professionals. Yet many sales professionals are not able to secure sales referrals. Much of this inability is because professional colleagues to even clients do not understand the businesses or are unaware of all the solutions being offered.

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No More Cold Calling

JUNE 18, 2015

Enter the world of referral selling. You’ll discover how to get more referrals—and seal more deals—all while working less. Once you experience the success of a referral-prospecting strategy, there’s no turning back. Once you experience the success of a referral-prospecting strategy, there’s no turning back.

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No More Cold Calling

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Don’t alienate your social networks by asking for referrals the wrong way. Or worse yet, to ask for referrals? And neither are your prospects, customers, or referral sources. Why Social Media Isn’t the Place to Ask for Referrals Relationships still rule in sales. Here’s why: Referrals are very personal.

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No More Cold Calling

MAY 11, 2011

Referral Selling Training Programs. Small Business. Referral selling rocks! Based on my proven methodology, and No More Cold Calling’s referral-selling tools, you’ll blow past your sales forecast and deliver sales you can bank on. Enroll your clients in your referral process. Speaking Video.

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No More Cold Calling

AUGUST 16, 2012

Relationships power referrals. Referrals rock sales—rock yours. I received four referral introductions last week. In all cases, people offered referrals before I asked. Referral #1: The Banker. Referrals #2 and #3: The Software Reseller. Ken and I spoke to debrief his company’s referral program.

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No More Cold Calling

DECEMBER 3, 2015

But like punch lines, referral marketing efforts fall short without the proper follow through. One of the biggest mistakes salespeople make is letting leads—particularly hot referral leads—fall through the cracks. The Problem with Your Referral Marketing. Referral Marketing Meets Referral Selling.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Understanding the Process of Prospecting for SMB Leads The process of prospecting for SMB leads can be a complex task, particularly for salespeople at digital marketing agencies who specialize in selling to small businesses. Prospecting commences with pinpointing the type of small business you envision as your prospects.

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Increase Sales

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

So it makes perfect sense to educate your colleagues, your clients as well as those in your business to business networking groups to ensure you receive those coveted sales referrals. These statements are in many instances the door to potential problems or barriers for sustainable business growth. Things to Look For.

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Sales Hacker Training

MARCH 14, 2023

Here’s a list of the best lead generation tools on the market today. These solutions range from CRM tools to exit-intentlead capture to sales management tools to marketing software and beyond. We’ve broken down the best lead generation tools into four distinct categories. 1) Outreach.io

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No More Cold Calling

JULY 25, 2013

But while technology tools can certainly drive business development, nothing beats sitting down with someone and talking face to face (that means in person). One of my clients (let’s call her Karen) invited two clients to lunch with the sole purpose of reconnecting and asking for referral introductions. Comment Here.

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BuzzBoard

APRIL 6, 2024

Exploring the Concept of Lead Nurturing on Social Media for Small Businesses Conceptualizing lead nurturing on social media for small businesses takes a unique approach. This approach is particularly effective for small businesses thanks to their flexibility and personal touch.

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Increase Sales

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

Before you seek new sales referrals it helps to have crystal clarity as to who is your potential ideal customer. Many mid-size to small businesses look to the demographics while ignoring the psychographics, the why behind the purchase. This clarity will help those with whom you are asking for sales referrals. Marketplace.

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No More Cold Calling

JULY 4, 2013

Once you’ve asked your clients for referral introductions, who do you turn to next? Your clients are your absolute best source of new business. With them, you have already earned the right to ask for referrals. But don’t stop there … Who’s next on your list of Referral Sources? Other salespeople.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Understanding the Unique Digital Marketing needs of Small Businesses In the realm of digital marketing, small and local businesses offer unique challenges and opportunities. For more insights on how small businesses can maximize digital marketing, explore here. So, how can your agency distinguish itself?

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No More Cold Calling

MAY 2, 2013

You must earn the right to ask for referrals—which is why your clients are your best possible Referral Sources. While social media can be a valuable sales tool , not everyone who hosts a blog or posts on social media knows what they’re talking about. Referral selling is the most personal selling you can do. Comment Here.

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Hyper-Connected Selling

MARCH 3, 2015

Endless Referrals fills an important role by acting as a sort of almanac for salespeople on different ways to prospect and bring potential clients into their pipeline. In fact, I think the book should be called Endless Prospecting, because it covers way more than just referrals. Big Thought. I couldn’t agree more.

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No More Cold Calling

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

The people who drop off the face of the earth until they need a referral or want an introduction to someone in your network. Social media is a great tool for researching prospects and Referral Sources, and for positioning yourself as a thought leader. And never, ever ask me for a referral introduction on LinkedIn.

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No More Cold Calling

OCTOBER 24, 2013

You already know that referrals are the most effective and powerful way to attract new customers. But referral selling doesn’t just happen. A disciplined, measurable referral system delivers every time. So sales teams miss out on the most powerful business-development tool that exists. Sales Process.

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No More Cold Calling

APRIL 4, 2013

You go back to work, excited to practice your new skills, only to find that it’s business as usual. I’ve had participants in my referral-selling program tell me, “I don’t know why they brought you in. Managers hold you to the same sales activities as before. They’re still making us cold call.” What a waste of time and money!

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No More Cold Calling

JANUARY 29, 2015

Forget the Shiny Toys and Wondrous Bobbles Salespeople are continually bombarded with messages about the latest productivity tools, marketing automation platforms, lead-sourcing apps, and social selling strategies. The problem is, we are not productive with the tools we already have. We forget that technology is only a tool.

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No More Cold Calling

JUNE 19, 2014

When you receive referral introductions from people these executives know and trust, your prospects (and their gatekeepers) will happily take your call. Learn more about the power of referral selling from some of this month’s blog posts: Forget B2C or B2B—Focus on H2H Instead. You’re not fooling anybody. Click here.

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BuzzBoard

OCTOBER 17, 2023

So, are you ready to supercharge your local businesses’ digital presence? Local small businesses are the heartbeat of their communities, driven by passion and a commitment to providing personalized services. Line up Your Strategies with Customers’ Business Goals: Use SaaS Tools to Build, Track, and Manage.

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No More Cold Calling

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

Most sales organizations struggle with two major business-development challenges: 1. Referral selling addresses both of these challenges. When your organization transitions to referral selling , your salespeople will score meetings with the right people and convert prospects into new clients more than 50 percent of the time.

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