Remove sales-consulting-services assessments
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Made Up Sales Statistics and Their Contrast to Real Data

Understanding the Sales Force

A sales consultant who knows that I geek out on sales data read that 84% of salespeople suck because they don't enjoy what they do. Most of the data I write about comes from Objective Management Group which has assessed more than 2.3 A huge percentage of salespeople do actually suck but the actual number is closer to 75%.

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Homicide Detective Makes Best Case for Sales Process

Understanding the Sales Force

Although this is an article about sales process, the first two paragraphs have more to do with religion than sales. I’m sure by now you’re thinking, but Dave, what the heck does that have to do with sales process? Similarly, many prospects are also non-believers in your product or service.

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Found! The Caliper vs OMG Comparison: Which Sales Candidate Assessment is More Predictive?

Understanding the Sales Force

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan Yesterday, I received two assessments for the same candidate: one from Objective Management Group (OMG) and one from Caliper. Caliper's is a personality test adapted for sales. Caliper's is a personality test adapted for sales. The candidate scored 60% on Caliper and 92 on OMG.

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Should I Use a Consulting-Specific CRM? Find the Right CRM for Your Consultancy

Nutshell

When you’re running a consulting services business, a good CRM is a must to streamline your client acquisition process and keep a good balance between landing clients and delivering services. But should you use a consulting-specific CRM or a general-purpose CRM? FREE DOWNLOAD What is a consulting-specific CRM?

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Hiring Salespeople

Adaptive Business Services

I can train product knowledge and sales skills. This is often a challenge with seasoned sales reps. I do integrate behavior and selling skills assessments into this process, but only with the top candidates. I’m rarely disappointed in my assessments. I am, what I term, a “sales fundamentalist”. Here’s the thing.

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Sales Talk for CEOs: The Power of Exceptional Experience (Ep113)

Alice Heiman

In a recent episode of “Sales Talk for CEOs,” Alice Heiman explores this dynamic duo’s profound impact. Engaged employees naturally provide better customer service. Happy employees deliver outstanding customer service, boosting revenue and profitability. Identify areas for improvement.

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How To Save Time Running Your Business

Smooth Sale

There’s someone out there to help with every aspect of running your business – you can even use a filing service for a FEIN – so think about what you currently do that someone else could take off your hands and explore your options. Ideas you hear can convert into novelty products and services, bolstering your bottom line.