Your Sales Management Guru

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

While I was working on ideas for the next few blogs it occurred to prepare a series based upon the end of the year and the start to 2017. The following checklist is not in any priority format, but simply a quick read list and a set of recommended actions for any executive or sales leader as they plan for 2017.

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Your Sales Management Guru

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Creating a Sales Compensation Plan for 2017. For a quick CoS ratio, simply take an individual’s salary plus commissions earned at 100 percent of quota and potential bonus opportunities, then divide by that person’s revenues to obtain the percentage. Need more sales management resources?

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Mereo

DECEMBER 14, 2017

As the year comes to a close, you are probably finding yourself recapping what you and your team achieved in 2017. Whether 2017 was filled with missed quotas or benchmark successes, as the leader of your team, YOU have the power to create change and move into 2018 with positivity and purpose. Are there tools they need?

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Showpad

APRIL 9, 2021

Not only are the techniques that sellers deploy different today, but remote training requires a unique set of best practices as well. A July 2017 McKinsey survey found that 48% of respondents said they perceived lower costs as one of the top three factors that drive technology adoption across their company.

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InsideSales.com

APRIL 15, 2021

Since our last State of Sales Development study in 2017, we’ve seen a significant shift in the ratio of account executives (AE) to sales development reps (SDR). In 2017, 2018, and 2020, the ratio has declined from 3.0 SD Teams Under Sales More Likely to Hit Quotas. In 2020, these teams were 15.2% for marketing reports.

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Mindtickle

JANUARY 19, 2023

At Mindtickle, we define a sales productivity tool as anything that improves and measures the skills, will, and in-field behaviors demonstrated by reps. just 47% in 2017 — and they can include different buyer roles—champions, influencers, decision-makers, users, or ratifiers—from multiple departments. Upland ). Upland ).

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ROI4Sales

APRIL 17, 2017

We don’t say that reps are “sales trained” – for all you English majors – we use the present participle form and refer to it as “sales training.” And for a good reason: sales training must be a continuous process if you are going to be successful in today’s B2B sales environment. Hire new rep – train – fail – repeat cycle.

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MEDDIC

MARCH 11, 2022

I have always been fascinated by the magic of LEVERAGE and want to share my view about how leverage applies to learning, particularly to MEDDPICC ® sales training. The MEDDPICC leverage is about using the MEDDPICC ® Sales Methodology and Training to achieve extraordinary results in a sales team, often unimaginable.

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Hubspot Sales

MAY 30, 2023

Then, we’ll give you a tour of the top generative AI tools for sales teams with highlights and pricing. How Generative AI Can Help Teams Sell Faster Generative AI Tools for Sales Teams Generative AI in Sales Today First, let’s cover what generative AI is. 74% of sales pros use some form of AI/automation tool. Research (16%).

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Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Example: 2017 pricing options. Would love to discuss how you could apply these to Granted; if you’re open to that, here’s a link to my calendar: [Link to Meetings tool.]. This report shows the impact of effective sales training on quota attainment; might be useful to show to your boss if she’s looking for potential ROI.

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No More Cold Calling

AUGUST 31, 2017

Whoever touts the latest app, the latest technology, the latest productivity tools, the latest stats—we can’t wait to check them out. If you believe that video is the end-all, be-all for sales training and content marketing, you’re mistaken. But it’s their managers who are left holding the bag when reps don’t meet or exceed quota.

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Janek Performance Group

MAY 2, 2023

It motivates and boosts confidence, giving reps the tools to succeed. With that in mind, here is why, how, and when to upskill your sales team: Why You Should Upskill In 2017, McKinsey Global Institute released Jobs lost, jobs gained: What the future of work will look like for jobs, skills, and wages. However, be proactive.

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PandaDoc

APRIL 26, 2023

As a team, they generated $120k, exceeding the established quota of $100k. Multiplier commission structure Not all sales representatives are high-caliber pros, and not reaching the quota can be a devastating blow to the confidence of aspiring sales representatives. One of them sells $50k, and the other two $40k and $30k, respectively.

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Xactly

OCTOBER 29, 2018

It is one of the most powerful tools in the business world. However, like any tool, the value of data analytics depend on how you use it. For sales organizations, sales performance data can be a useful tool to drive strategic planning and increase performance. . There should be a correlation between tenure and sales performance.

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The Pipeline

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

win rate is identical to the figure reported in the 2017 study. A no-decision is a clear indicator that you and the buyer failed; given it is your quota, you failed. If you can help, train, them to make small decisions along the way, you help them avoid the big one everyone fears and dodges at the end. a year ago to 32.0%

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Miller Heiman Group

MAY 14, 2019

So why is the sales manager one of the most neglected roles when it comes to training? Coaching sales managers can generate significant gains in win rates for companies willing to make the investment in formal, dynamic sales manager training. percent and their quota attainment by 31.7 Maybe more? Sales managers: Coaching to win.

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Partners in Excellence

JUNE 30, 2023

I remember in 2017, taking great joy in bringing a can of something that said, “Use by 12/2004.” We focus our skills development on product training and selling skills. We see YoY declines in performance and quota attainment. I’d call neighbors asking them to check for expired items in their cabinets.

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Pipeliner

OCTOBER 6, 2018

So will you lose your job in 2017? I recently polled my LinkedIn audience of 95,000+ for their opinions of tools, which many believe are crucial to use hardcore 24/7/365 to exceed Plan and Quota in 2017. The Tools are the problem, cease and desist. What we need is some good old-fashioned sales training.

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DocSend

MARCH 16, 2018

Below Average Quota Attainment. The most recent Sales Enablement Optimization Study from CSO Insights revealed that sales enablement has the ability to increase quota attainment, especially when it is formalized. If you’re seeing below average quota attainment, it’s time to consider how enablement could help. In 2016, 60.7%

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Mereo

JUNE 11, 2020

In 2017 the marketplace saw a large uptick in sales enablement program launches. This ultimately leaves a salesforce struggling to reach quotas to their greatest ability — and contribute to sustainable revenue performance. points below average quota attainment of 60%. Sales training is never a once and done event.

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Pipeliner

MARCH 18, 2018

So, if 2017 left a bad taste in your mouth, use the following ingredients to create a new recipe to make 2018 your best year ever. Validate they can sell your firm and they are using the proper sales tools. As a sales manager, creative sales strategies will push you over your quota-get your entire team into a creativity fix.

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Vengreso

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Face-to-face meetings have been replaced by video conferencing, and many sales leaders are scrambling to train their sales teams on how to sell remotely. Xant’s The State of Sales Report shows that in 2017 outside sales reps were spending 45% of their time selling remotely. Think about it. Encourage Open Communication.

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Zoominfo

MAY 21, 2020

Hey Diego, Is there any reason why you feel DiscoverOrg isn’t the best tool to have in place for you and your teams? I would say that 80% of the team are power users and proponents of [competitor] and while I know DiscoverOrg is a great tool as well there is not much I can do to sway the pendulum at this point.

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SBI

DECEMBER 4, 2019

We’re joining forces with Brainshark so sales managers can use data to diagnose what’s working and what’s not working, and then motivate sales reps to improve with training and coaching from Brainshark’s world-class readiness platform. The end result is better quota achievement and increased revenue production.

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Data SAP Lead Rank Lead Scoring 73

Mindtickle

MAY 2, 2018

and quota improvements of 6%. Another form of content includes tools and templates used by Sales to perform their day to day activities. The chart below, from CSO Insights’ 2017 Sales Enablement Optimization Study, shows the primary methods used by sales organizations to share content and tools with salespeople.

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SBI

AUGUST 22, 2019

.” “We use this feature every day internally — our sales managers use Recommendations to uncover calls with coachable moments, while our reps use it to handle crucial deals and personal training,” said Joe Caprio, VP of Sales at Chorus. Revegy more than doubled net new customers from 2017 for its SaaS-based subscriptions.

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Sales Hacker

AUGUST 5, 2022

Without a blueprint, keeping prospects engaged and hitting quotas is nearly impossible. Without a blueprint, keeping prospects engaged and hitting quotas is nearly impossible. We suggest limiting the ability to create and edit content to a few team members or groups who’ve been trained and vetted. The world is your oyster!

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DocSend

MARCH 16, 2018

Below Average Quota Attainment. The most recent Sales Enablement Optimization Study from CSO Insights revealed that sales enablement has the ability to increase quota attainment, especially when it is formalized. If you’re seeing below average quota attainment, it’s time to consider how enablement could help. In 2016, 60.7%

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Miller Heiman Group

MAY 30, 2018

If I were to ask you to name a type of sales enablement software, chances are good that CRM would be the first tool to come to mind. Sales Enablement Tools That Build on CRM. These systems also serve up the content and training coaches need to maximize the value of their conversations and the time they spend with salespeople.

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Sales Hacker

MARCH 29, 2018

There are dozens of tools to stimulate conversations between salespeople and sales leaders. Data visualization tools have become very powerful and are useful for identifying where you might be falling behind. Your Business Intelligence (BI) solution is a required tool for evaluating organizational and team-level performance.

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DiscoverOrg Sales

JUNE 6, 2017

My email subject line was: “Steph Curry was a free agent,” and the MBA analogy cinched the deal: Hey Diego, Is there any reason why you feel DiscoverOrg isn’t the best tool to have in place for you and your teams? That does not mean there is no chance but nothing would happen until we all start to use the tool. Thanks again.

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Miller Heiman Group

APRIL 30, 2018

Instead, the focus is on short-term projects, such as producing a piece of collateral, selecting an enablement technology tool or delivering training services.”. — “Sales Enablement: A Master Framework to Engage, Equip and Empower a World-Class Sales Force”. What is Enablement Collaboration, and Why Does It Matter? Tweet this.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Salespeople are perpetually busy throughout the year, as they strive to find their next customer and hit their quotas. We make sure the event is not three days of product training. Bryerton offers this example from our 2017 event. “The content changes a lot from year to year. ” Example.

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Crunchbase

MAY 14, 2020

CEO of JBarrows Sales Training. He uses his experience and expertise to train salespeople on cornerstone skills, offering a “Filling the Funnel” course, a “Driving to Close” program with actionable techniques for sales teams, and even team and 1:1 trainings. VP of Sales Training at Vector Solutions. John Barrows.

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Xactly

MAY 7, 2018

She runs half marathons and is training for her fourth marathon in May 2018. It was such a relief to move to a SaaS-based tool and just focus on the front end design without having to worry about back end infrastructure issues. What do you anticipate for 2018 that was different for 2017? “I

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Your Sales Management Guru

OCTOBER 24, 2016

You may have a sense of urgency driven by end-of-year deadlines for quotas or bonuses, but you need to show prospects how moving forward at this point will benefit them. ” I suggest that you develop a similar slogan to help you close out 2016 with a strong finish and begin 2017 with consistent sales results.

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Highspot

APRIL 12, 2019

For example, a seller examines AI-driven content recommendations within her sales enablement tool. An important mantra for businesses looking to succeed in 2019 is, “Recruit, hire, train, and retain top talent.” Teams are also investing more in onboarding, training and development.

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