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What is the Most Difficult Part of the Sales Process

Understanding the Sales Force

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan Yesterday I was leading a training program for a group of veteran Objective Management Group (OMG) Partners and experienced sales trainers. One attendee asked the hypothetical question, "What is the most difficult part of the sales process?"

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Is Selling Difficult or Easy? It All Depends on Your Definitions

Understanding the Sales Force

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan People are easily confused. If I state that selling is difficult, the top 26% of your salespeople will agree. They are very aware of their sales process, as well as the importance of following it and achieving the milestones that must be accomplished along the way.

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Could it Really be The Death of SPIN Selling?

Understanding the Sales Force

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan I read an article last month that actually had as its title, The Death of SPIN Selling. Say what you will about SPIN, it was the most comprehensive questioning methodology of its day. I agree that most prospects are well aware of what they want and why.

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The Sales Epidemic That is Neutralizing Salespeople Everywhere

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Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan The Selling Power Blog published a new article of mine, The Top 10 Steps Salespeople Can Take to Improve. While persistence has always been important in sales, we are in uncharted territory. Most of the focus on persistence is related to contacting new prospects.

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7 Must-Have Automated Documents for Sales Success

Data accessibility aside, teams continuously struggle with manual processes for document generation. Learn why automating your documents is key to sales success. Companies are increasingly implementing technology to bring efficiency to their workforce.

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Is the Concept of Sales Process Really Antiquated?

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Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan We read about yet more school shootings, abductions, madmen dictators'' plans to rule the world, and any of the other recurring events that must be the work of pure evil. I also think the sales world is going a bit crazy too. Continued. **. Tuesday, December 18 at 1PM ET.

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What Is the Make up and Function of the Ideal Sales Force?

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Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan The million dollar question. So many findings are discussed - but they don''t address what to change. The Science of Sales Longevity. The Challenger Style and its Impact on Sales Selection. You might be asking, so, what is the ideal?

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