SBI Growth

AUGUST 28, 2013

I spent last week at a Sales Management training event with a client. Talent development is a key differentiator heading into 2014. As a Sales Operations leader, you must be allocating the right resources to training. As a Sales Operations leader, you must be allocating the right resources to training.

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Score More Sales

DECEMBER 27, 2013

In the first two posts in this series we talked about gaining visibility to grow sales as well as putting a plan in place. The pros – being in a clear space so that you can focus on “net new” sales will far outweigh the chore of getting stacks of papers scanned and organized digitally. Now how are you going to make this happen?

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Increase Sales

JANUARY 1, 2014

” This word is jammed pack with emotions that are needed to achieve those repetitive business growth goals such as increase sales to personal goals of decrease weight. Sales Training Coaching Tip: Almost 50% of American set resolutions and only 8% achieve them. Sales Training Coaching Tip: LinkedIn is a great resource.

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SBI Growth

AUGUST 10, 2013

I was lucky enough to be introduced to a sales team’s top performer for 2013. Julie’s Sales Operations leader thought I could learn a lot from her. Training dollars are being misallocated. The Dasboard will allow you to: Improve your sales team''s talent level. Your CRM supports the sales process. Why Bother?

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SBI Growth

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Sales gets off to a fast start at the beginning of the year. Come Q4, that lead has evaporated and now sales is threatening to miss the number. Your sales leaders will frantically try every trick in the book. The victims here are your potential customers who have to deal with a barrage of sales tactics. Best Practices.

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Understanding the Sales Force

MAY 28, 2014

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan Before we discuss how to improve sales training, a quick promo for the latest and greatest taking place over at the ever improving Top Sales World. The June issue of Top Sales Magazine has been published and you can download it here. More on Baseball and Sales.

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SBI Growth

JANUARY 24, 2014

Chances are you have just returned from your annual Sales Kickoff (SKO). SKO’s are great to re-energize and learn about sales direction for the upcoming year. But what about that sales training you received? How will you use them to top the Leader Board in 2014? Four Steps to Monetize Sales Training.

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SBI Growth

OCTOBER 14, 2013

It utilizes personnel from Sales, Marketing, Product Development and other parts of the organization. When trained and armed with the battle-tested tools, an Internal Content Marketing team can produce high quality demand generation content consistently. The clients we have helped told us, “ Content Marketing is now our best Sales Rep.”

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Jeffrey Gitomer

JANUARY 10, 2014

Jeffrey Webinar Sales Training business Ellen Rohr Jeffrey gitomer sales training' This feed has moved to: [link] Update your reader now with this changed subscription address to get your latest updates from us.

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The Pipeline

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Simon Hares set up SerialTrainer7 Ltd in 2014 with a view to getting people where they need to be quicker and leaving them there better. With over 25 years experience training sales and management the training is described as more than different, it is relevant. DON’T FORGET TO ENTER THE BIG (sort of) CONTEST.

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SBI Growth

JANUARY 1, 2014

Every year, a Sales Enablement leader is faced with the same problem. Ramping new sales reps. Make a change in 2014. Step 2: Identify Training Needs and the Training Program. Your training program should incorporate different modalities, topics and methods. Design a program that will do that.

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Anne Miller

AUGUST 11, 2022

This month’s newsletter is as timely today for sales training as it was when it originally ran in 2014, particularly because attention and retention are harder to achieve when so many teams are remote. See how two sales trainer pros prove that metaphor power is forever! Train to the Brain. Again, point made.

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Your Sales Management Guru

JULY 14, 2014

2014-15: How will you stand out in the marketplace? Embedded as one of the key components in the marketing segment was building a vertical market using Cloud solutions to increase sales velocity, one of the sub-elements was using Thought Leadership Marketing to help you stand out in the marketplace. About the Author.

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Your Sales Management Guru

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

First Quarter 2014. But as budget planning begins and business strategies begin to be set, it is your responsibility to be ready for 2014. What are your revenue objectives by each quarter for 2014? a. Sales skills. d. Sales planning. When do you need them fully up and trained? Outside training?

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SBI Growth

OCTOBER 29, 2013

There is nothing more stressful than Q4 for a VP of Sales. Couple that with preparing for 2014 and you are maxed out. Schedule a review of your 2014 plan at your office here. We will use Sales Leader’s Q4 Critical Path Guide. Your Talent — How to improve your sales manager’s performance. You have to play the game.

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Understanding the Sales Force

AUGUST 2, 2017

Today I'm bringing you some insightful information that was not widely read when it was published back in 2014. Tony Cole, CEO of Anthony Cole Training and one of OMG's great partners, forwarded me an article that appeared in the October 2014 issue of the Journal of Marketing Research.

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Keith Rosen

JULY 14, 2014

Selling Power Features Keith Rosen’s company, Profit Builders on the 2014 Top 20 Sales Training Companies List. At least two considerations about the current state of business-to-business (B2B) selling influenced the selection process for the 2014 Top 20 Sales Training Companies list.

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Customer Centric Selling

AUGUST 2, 2013

Sales Training Article: Is Your Team Ready for 2014? By George de los Reyes, Sales Benchmark Index (SBI) Image courtesy of Danilo Rizzuti at FreeDigitalPhotos.net Have you started thinking about 2014? Want to know what your peers are planning for in 2014? If not, you should be.

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Customer Centric Selling

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Sales Training Article: Top Sales Tool for 2014. By John Kearney, Sales Benchmark Index (SBI) Image courtesy of FrameAngel at FreeDigitalPhotos.net As a Sales Operations leader, you have 3 major challenges heading into 2014. It has never been more necessary than it is heading into 2014.

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Sales Training Connection

MAY 2, 2014

sales training. According to ASTD, US companies spend approximately $20B on sales training annually. While we might be spending a lot of money, that doesn’t mean the sales training is effective or efficient. How can companies improve their sales training? Take a read.

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Sales Training Connection

DECEMBER 8, 2014

Sales Training. Unfortunately once decisions are made about the what, how, and when, other important secondary factors impacting the sales training don’t get much attention. One secondary but important factor is: Where will the training be held? Conducting sales training off-site sets a tone from the get-go.

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SBI Growth

DECEMBER 10, 2013

At this point, your 2013 sales number is essentially decided. Your thoughts should now turn to 2014. I speak with many VP Sales who say the same thing every year: “We have some underperformers that are killing us.” Before you really make any decisions, start with these questions: What are my key strategic initiatives for 2014?

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Customer Centric Selling

OCTOBER 28, 2013

Sales Training Article: How Realistic Is Your 2014 Sales Quota? By Joel McCabe, Sales Benchmark Index (SBI) Image courtesy of Stuart Miles at FreeDigitalPhotos.net. This blog addresses how sales reps can ensure their quota is realistic and attainable. Need some help with your sales performance?

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Customer Centric Selling

JULY 2, 2014

Sales Tips: How to Boost the Remainder of Your 2014. By John Holland, Chief Content Officer, CustomerCentric Selling® - The Sales Training Company. Early in my sales management career, I was astounded by how hopeful salespeople were that had achieved 35% of their annual quota going into the fourth quarter.

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The Sales Hunter

DECEMBER 19, 2014

Click on the below image to go to the full video: Copyright 2014, Mark Hunter “The Sales Hunter.” Blog leadership Professional Selling Skills Sales Development Training Sales Motivation andy paul sales specialist' ” […].

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Sales Training Connection

MAY 9, 2014

Jason Kanigan at Salestactics.org interviewed Richard about sales training trends earlier this week. Some of the points raised were: Upgrading sales teams is a continuous challenge given the changing sales environment. Most companies have purchased some sales training – especially around basic selling skills.

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SBI Growth

AUGUST 13, 2013

Remaining effective as a sales force means continuous improvement. This might be a new buyer-aligned sales process. Or training to add emerging practices to your sellers’ skill sets. Or sales recruiting to staff a new go-to-market channel. Through an informal or formal assessment, you’ve found sales improvement needs.

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SBI Growth

JULY 21, 2013

The sales field is suffering. Sales forces lack buyer-centered tools for success. When will Sales catch up with Marketing? Sales field alignment with the modern day buyer requires more than lip service. This blog is focused on the transformation of Sales to incorporate buyer-centered tools. Customers are suffering.

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Sales Training Connection

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Sales training. Each year lots of companies spend lots of money on sales training. Given that developing and sustaining a superior sales team is more important than ever, this commitment appears warranted. Is sales training as effective as it needs to be?

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Customer Centric Selling

DECEMBER 26, 2013

Sales Training Article: 2014 Resolutions. By John Holland, Chief Content Officer, CustomerCentric Selling® - The Sales Training Company Image courtesy of Danilo Rizzuti at FreeDigitalPhotos.net 2013 winds down, people think about prospects for the New Year. Use the term buying (rather than sales) cycle.

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The Sales Hunter

MARCH 15, 2014

If you are in sales leadership or have any responsibility in choosing speakers for your company, this video is a MUST watch. Check out the video… Copyright 2014, Mark Hunter “The Sales Hunter.” ” Sales Motivation Blog. Click on the below book cover for more info on boosting your profits!

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Sales Training Connection

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Sales Training. It is not a career risk to be out front advocating your company place a priority on sales training. However, has some solid research been done on what constitutes sales success? Business Case for Sales Training. said their training exceeded expectations. The answer is – Yes!

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SBI Growth

OCTOBER 17, 2013

With 2014 on the horizon, new sales targets will soon be set. Your 2014 number will inform decisions about the makeup of your team next year. Many sales leaders think an increase in revenue targets translates to an increase in headcount. Learn how to achieve this with the Sales Rep Productivity Guide.

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Sales Training Connection

MARCH 12, 2014

Medical Sales. If you missed some of our medical sales and medical device blogs posts, here’s a chance to look at some of our most popular posts – in the Medical Sales – Blog Round-up. If you find the Medical Sales – Blog Round-up helpful, why not subscribe to the Sales Training Connection ? .

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The ROI Guy

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Revenue growth is a requirement, and the primary strategy Sales Execs are executing to grow in 2014 is to add more sales reps. New research from Qvidian indicates that 2/3rds of companies surveyed expect to grow their sales teams in 2014, with most indicating headcount growth between 10-30% next year.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 28, 2014

Issue Date: 2014-01-01.

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Anthony Cole Training

OCTOBER 14, 2013

Many of my clients and prospects tell me that the 4th quarter is when they take time to discuss sales plans (goals) and business plans with their sales people. The process isn''t really a process; it''s the presenting of a pre-determined sales goal for each producer. Most sales people really are not motivated by the process.

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