Sales 2.0

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

This is the second in a series of interviews I am conducting with subject matter experts and practitioners in the sales profession. I am examining where we are today with AI in sales and where we are going. Paul is the Director of Field Enablement at Groove , a leading sales engagement platform.

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SBI Growth

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It turns out, AI has already taken over. Practical AI tools for businesses are booming, showing incredible promise to revolutionize commercial applications. Business leaders are now realizing that AI-driven sales processes may hold the key to future commercial success, driving peak productivity and organizational effectiveness.

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Sales 2.0

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This is the first in a series of interviews with sales management subject matter experts, examining the current and future states of AI in sales. This first interview is with Oliver Churchill , the founder and CEO of Acuity Sales Decision Science. So those problems are not yet available to AI.”

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SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The present state of artificial intelligence (AI) development and the proliferation of use cases for this technology has gotten the whole world talking. Now that the conversation has reached sales, this raises the big question in the minds of every top sales leader: “How should we be thinking about AI?

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Sales and Marketing Management

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Using AI for sales efficiency gives your sales team a toolbox of resources available to understand a specific market and get to know the patterns, trends and behaviors of their target audience. The post Riches in Niches: How to Use AI for Sales Insights appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Allego

APRIL 18, 2024

Just a short while ago, AI was all the buzz as the next big thing. Well, it’s no longer just a promise—AI is actively reshaping the way we manage our day-to-day tasks and how we conduct business, particularly in sales. To help you, I dug deeper to see how sales teams can use AI.

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Crunchbase

APRIL 12, 2024

Far from its fictional representations, though, it actually has practical, useful and beneficial day-to-day applications in sales. Sales teams are already seeing AI streamline workflows, coach reps, optimize prospecting strategies and more. What is AI in sales?

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

AI-powered systems have helped enterprises automate bid management in three key areas, ultimately saving bid managers valuable time while not impacting their productivity and quality of work. The post How AI Drives Effective Bid Management in Sales appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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RAIN Group

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Unless you’ve been on an extended media break, you’re aware that artificial Intelligence (AI) is making a splash across all industries of business. I work closely with client organizations and collaborate with senior executives, and I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about AI. What’s RAIN Group’s position on AI?

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Revegy

JANUARY 23, 2024

In 2024, the sales landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by rapid technological advancements and changing buyer behaviors. Sales teams are now navigating a world where digitization, remote operations, and agility are not just trends, but necessities for success.

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Allego

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Advancements in AI have some people concerned. After using the generative AI tool for more than a year, though, I am a lot less worried. That’s because gen AI tools still need humans to create quality content. Gen AI tools are another tool in my toolbox, much like Google Search or my MacBook. I understand that.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In the high-stakes world of B2B sales, the game is all about seizing opportunities, outpacing the competition, and forging lasting connections with clients. The AI sales assistants today not only understand your clients but anticipate their needs with uncanny accuracy. What Is an AI Sales Assistant?

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Hubspot Sales

JULY 7, 2023

As technology advances and becomes more accessible, businesses are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their sales processes. AI has the potential to revolutionize the way sales teams operate, giving them valuable insights and predictive analytics to drive more revenue. Are sales teams investing in AI?

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Allego

JANUARY 10, 2024

The era of AI is upon us. And like technology before it, artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to make our lives easier and more productive. The new darling in this arena is generative AI (gen AI), and it is transforming how revenue enablement teams do their jobs and elevating their performance.

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Janek Performance Group

JANUARY 9, 2024

I believe salespeople are irreplaceable when it comes to B-to-B complex sales. But an alternative question sales leaders must consider is, “Do salespeople need to be trained in AI?” AI is fundamentally changing the way we all work in sales. Effectiveness in sales is about achieving the desired outcomes.

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Allego

MARCH 28, 2024

What separates the best sales teams from the rest in today’s unpredictable market? For David Ashe , director of sales development at Allego, it’s about ensuring your SDRs retain their human approach. Your team’s success also depends on you, the sales director. Are you staying on top of new sales techniques?

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Strategies to Differentiate Your Digital Marketing Agency for Small Businesses In today’s ultra-competitive market, employing advanced strategies like artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t merely an option for your small business digital marketing agency; it’s a necessity.

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BuzzBoard

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

High-quality data commands a coveted seat for various critical business processes and it has only come under more spotlights in the realm of generative AI. This importance arises from the fact that generative AI, such as language models and image generators, learns patterns, structures, and nuances from the data it is trained on.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

One of the innovative ways digital marketing is becoming more fruitful is through the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI has the potential to streamline and automate repetitive tasks, making it simpler for small businesses to manage their marketing endeavors and permitting salespeople to focus more on closing clients.

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The Center for Sales Strategy

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

You've heard the ominous predictions about the future of sales in the age of AI and automation. Will machines replace us? Are we on the brink of becoming obsolete? Relax, put those fears to bed. Today, we're diving into how you can not only stay relevant but thrive in this new world.

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Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Future of AI in Sales and Customer Support Chat with Thomas Ryan, founder of the AI sales software company Bigly Sales , on my podcast. His perspectives on how artificial intelligence transforms sales and customer service revealed a technology that’s not just a fad but a valuable productivity tool.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in your sales strategies can significantly boost your agency’s standing in the market, enhancing your prospects. Implementing AI in sales activities can greatly augment the prospecting process. Moreover, AI can revolutionize personalized marketing efforts.

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BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Exploring the Role of AI in Facilitating Small Business Sales Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly transforming the sales landscape, introducing efficient and effective sales techniques. It can particularly enhance small business sales a sector often overlooked, but critical to the economy. The outcome?

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Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Inevitable AI Revolution in Sales and Customer Support I recently hosted an eye-opening conversation on my technology podcast with Thomas Ryan, founder of AI sales software leader Bigly Sales. Not an Issue with Advanced AI A common worry expressed about AI tools is potential limitations around accuracy.

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Sales 2.0

JANUARY 25, 2024

Up to this point many of the tools available to sales teams have encouraged volume-based sales techniques, like mass emailing and cold calling. For many, this means learning new skills and processes—no more relying on a sales development team or their marketing department for all their leads.

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Hubspot Sales

APRIL 25, 2023

Since December 2022, interest in the search term “AI tools” has skyrocketed by 292% in the U.S. Now Google, HubSpot , and Microsoft are racing to develop their own versions of AI chat tools to compete with ChatGPT. Here's the burning question: Does AI have a place in sales, and how does it affect our current sales processes?

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Outside Sales Talk

MARCH 13, 2024

Ryan helps B2B Sales Leaders & Sales Professionals capitalize on the AI revolution to earn more and work less. Ryan is also the host of The Scale Up Show podcast and he’s one of the top voices in AI. In this episode, Ryan shares how sales teams can grow faster and bring in more revenue with AI.

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BuzzBoard

JANUARY 18, 2024

AI’s role in crafting personalized recommendations has taken center stage, reshaping how B2SMB sellers engage with and cater to the unique needs of small businesses. And this is where AI emerges as a fundamental element for achieving success in digital sales.

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Hubspot Sales

JUNE 15, 2023

As with all fields, AI is transforming sales. In this post, learn more about how B2B salespeople leverage AI, and how you can adopt it into your processes. Table of Contents How do B2B salespeople feel about AI? They also say the biggest benefit of using AI/automation in a B2B sales process is its time-saving qualities.

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Janek Performance Group

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Sales technology feels like it is evolving faster than we can keep up. Especially so when it comes to recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). Here I will explore the current state of AI in sales, and its potential for improving seller productivity. Most likely neither one of these options.

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Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 30, 2023

But what changes will it bring to the sales industry? Will it be the end of salespeople, or will it become the secret weapon to help sales reps work more efficiently? HubSpot conducted research on the “State of AI,” with over 1,350+ specialists reporting on how AI affects their business. Let’s jump to the nitty-gritty.

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