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JUNE 13, 2014

Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. Professional selling is all around us – it is the helpful online community and it is the tax consultant your relative just referred you to. Both paths work and they work well – but are more effective when done together.

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JANUARY 21, 2013

I joined Toastmasters , attended Dale Carnegie’s human relations program, and I read dozens and dozens of books about communication. I’m convinced that this is how I grew so much as a sales professional when I was in my 20′s with little life experience and a big huge quota.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

But how does this relate to midmarket sales teams? Lori Richardson is recognized as one of the “Top 25 Sales Influencers for 2013″ and one of “20 Women to Watch in Sales Lead Management for 2013″ Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside and outbound sellers in technology and services companies.

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JULY 7, 2014

read the related post “The Power of Trusts in B2B Selling” here ). Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. Your buyers deserve nothing but the best from you – this differentiates you as a professional rather than a “sales guy” or “sales gal”.

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OCTOBER 9, 2013

Hope to get your specific questions – I promise if they relate to B2B selling, we’ll get them answered!

Webinar Metrics 214

Webinar Metrics Closing Strategy Lead Rank 214

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AUGUST 12, 2013

Telling a quick story can help pique a buyer’s interest IF it relates to your potential buyer’s world. You have not found a way to be interesting, intriguing, or add value to your caller’s day. Perhaps you have some mechanical issue around how you are speaking and that’s solvable too.

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OCTOBER 20, 2014

Using a vivid story helps you paint a picture that your buyers can see and relate to. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. Could you see sales reps with a tally sheet at a sales meeting? What stories do you have about satisfied clients that you can share with prospective buyers?

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AUGUST 17, 2012

Create enough sales-related activity so that you can leave the office today feeling like you DID work on activities that will lead to more revenues. Lori Richardson speaks, writes, and trains on sales strategies for B2B mid-market technology front-line sales teams.

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JULY 27, 2012

Here’s what I love the most – you’ll be granted access into a private LinkedIn group where all of us instructors are – and you can ask questions relating to any of the sessions. Lori Richardson speaks, writes, and trains on sales strategies for B2B mid-market technology front-line sales teams.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Of all the things that Travis talked about, what really clicked for me in relation to the sales profession I’m involved in are these two points: Take personal pride in what you do. What was most important was his core message to this audience of high school students (and a few of us adults).

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JUNE 3, 2013

Read the related post “30 Ways to Reach Prospects” How is that working for you? Are you calling deep and wide into prospective customer accounts or are you sticking with your one contact in the company?

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MAY 28, 2013

The event theme was Your Customer in Context , and all the keynotes as well as many of the sessions I attended reinforced the idea of relating to the customer on their terms, where they are, when they want your interaction. Since many of us are visual learners, I find that this was a great addition to help us adults learn new things.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

As a seller, the thanks you show for the following two situations can be directly related to the all-around success you will gain in the profession. I submit that there is more power in this idea than in most any other aspect of selling, and have written about its power before. Appreciation for a Great Conversation with a Prospect.

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JUNE 28, 2013

Lori Richardson is recognized as one of the “Top 25 Sales Influencers for 2013″ and one of “20 Women to Watch in Sales Lead Management for 2013″ Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside and outbound sellers in technology and services companies.

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MAY 14, 2012

Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside and outbound sellers in technology and services companies. Be conversational and sound inquisitive rather than like they are at an inquisition. Lori Richardson is recognized as one of the “Top 25 Sales Influencers for 2012? and one of “20 Women to Watch in Sales Lead Management”.

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JANUARY 31, 2013

Ways to relate better to customers and potential customers. Lori Richardson is recognized as one of the “Top 25 Sales Influencers for 2012″ and one of “20 Women to Watch in Sales Lead Management” Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside and outbound sellers in technology and services companies.

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APRIL 27, 2014

Second message: Produce value – talk about something not product related – don’t sell. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. The strategic messaging he suggests goes like this: First message: Introduce yourself. Third message: Offer help. Fourth message: Engage for feedback.

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APRIL 2, 2012

If your inside sales team is doing any of these things, work on alternatives – none of these have an “upside” to them – they are time wasters for sellers and they are the worst public relations you can offer potential (make that formerly potential) prospects.

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APRIL 27, 2014

Second message: Produce value – talk about something not product related – don’t sell. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. The strategic messaging he suggests goes like this: First message: Introduce yourself. Third message: Offer help. Fourth message: Engage for feedback.

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APRIL 23, 2013

Most of the smartest folk on sales leadership were there, even though there were a number of other sales-related conferences going on that week. Couple that with the AA-ISP research on top challenges pointing to the fact that leaders are struggling with hiring and training, and you see we have a huge challenge in front of us!

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NOVEMBER 29, 2012

I always felt like I related more to his struggles than his life – he was a very religious man, long time married, from Texas so he had that lovely twang in his voice. It was the next group of influencers, the Zig Ziglars of the world who initially helped me build confidence as a professional.

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Apparel Twitter Social Media Motivation 276

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AUGUST 5, 2013

In the position I mentioned earlier I ended up calling investor relations people who are much easier to reach. It is a bit easier today with more and better tools to help determine when to reach out, and with newer strategies like using InMail – LinkedIn’s version of email which receives a better response than traditional email.

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APRIL 18, 2014

I can relate to Dan’s stories – and I loved to read them because the people profiled, like me, would not settle for what we were dealt early on. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies.

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JANUARY 31, 2012

Geoffrey James has a great post on how to close business , based on a conversation with sales guru Linda Richardson (no relation… but high admiration). Lori Richardson is recognized as one of the Top 25 Sales Influencers for 2012 and speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside and outbound sellers in technology and services companies.

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JULY 16, 2012

I attended every training session that was offered by my company – even optional ones. While this is not for everyone, I invested my own money to attend the basic Dale Carnegie course on human relations and effective communication. What steps are you taking to become more of a professional?

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DECEMBER 22, 2011

places a huge order every January, but by using a CRM system you can pull reports that show things you many have never noticed, such as weather-related trends or news-related trends. Lori Richardson writes, speaks, trains, and mentors company leaders on tactical ways to grow revenues. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues.

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MARCH 6, 2012

Instead of scouring the web, now you can find a wide range of topics all relating to growing profit in your sales business in one place – from within High Profit Selling. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. Book Review of High Profit Selling by Mark Hunter. by Lori Richardson on March 6, 2012. example: tid = 123.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2012

Lori Richardson is recognized as one of the Top 25 Sales Influencers for 2012 and speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside and outbound sellers in technology and services companies. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. Fall in Love With Sales Success Today. by Lori Richardson on February 14, 2012.

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APRIL 12, 2010

I also end up making a few good business related connections as well. I also end up making a few good business related connections as well. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. Where Do You Go for Inspiration to Grow Your Business? by Lori Richardson on April 12, 2010. Andy SEO Analyst Vancouver. example: tid = 123.

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JULY 18, 2011

Either relate it to your most recent interaction, or just general characteristics they have which should cause others to know and work with them, too. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. Your S.U.I.T.E. Team Can Build Sales in Your Business. by Lori Richardson on July 18, 2011. example: tid = 123.

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MARCH 10, 2011

Lori Richardson speaks, trains, and writes about improving sales for small-to-medium-sized businesses (and a few Fortune 500′s) around North America. I can relate so much to Jeff’s brochure sorting exercise. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. by Lori Richardson on March 10, 2011. link] Patty K.

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AUGUST 5, 2011

” Using our non-scientific approach (just relating OUR experiences from 7 days on the road) we found some real dogs and some real standouts that deserve our recognition today. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. Social Selling and Brand Building Dogs and Winners From a Cross-Country Drive. example: tid = 123.

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Social Selling Hotels Lead Rank Lead Scoring 160

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JUNE 13, 2011

Lori Richardson. --> Score More Sales can help your organization increase revenues and profits through a custom blend of tactical consulting , focused training , and interactive speaking engagements. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. 8 Ways to Build Sales During the Summer Months. by Lori Richardson on June 13, 2011.

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Lead Rank Lead Scoring Face-to-face Top of Funnel 220

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OCTOBER 24, 2013

This is a stunning finding – 95% of sellers use their business title, like “Account Manager” instead of something that might relate more to your buyer – like, “Helping mid-market IT teams better manage assets” (or whatever it is that you do for buyers. A good headshot CAN better connect you to your buyer. Profile Heading.

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JANUARY 4, 2011

Lori Richardson. --> Score More Sales can help your organization increase revenues and profits through a custom blend of tactical consulting , focused training , and interactive speaking engagements. Sales Tips and Strategies to Grow Revenues. Consulting. 1500 Small Business Owners Can’t Be Wrong – Or Can They? and Western Canada.

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JULY 25, 2010

Some people want instant information, others don’t want to hear from you over the weekend if it is business-related. Lori Richardson. --> Score More Sales can help your organization increase revenues and profits through a custom blend of tactical consulting , focused training , and interactive speaking engagements. Consulting.

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