No More Cold Calling

JANUARY 14, 2021

Register for Back in The Black Sales TV—first episode on January 19. The Gatekeeper Died: Why That’s a Good Thing” is the topic for my new, monthly, live Sales TV Show on the Sales Experts Channel. Why am I doing a monthly Sales TV Show? Are you tired of talking to people without any decision-making power?

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Awarathon

JANUARY 8, 2024

Conversational AI is revolutionizing sales training by providing personalized, interactive simulations. This innovative approach accelerates learning, enhances communication skills, and ensures well-prepared sales teams by providing realistic scenarios, instant feedback and valuable insights from data analysis.

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Shari Levitin

AUGUST 23, 2023

Your junk drawer, like your sales and sales training process, undergoes a natural sort of entropy. Managers: Declutter Your Sales Training Approach According to neuroscientist Daniel Levitin: “Our phones and computers are just like our junk drawers, but thousands of times more disorganized. I think not). The problem?

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Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Of course, when we talk about the future of sales, it's less about the products we might sell (flying cars, anyone?) Here, I spoke to sales leaders at Bardeen.ai , Aircall , and HubSpot to get their top predictions for the future of sales. Sales professionals need to become influencers — kind of. Let's dive in.

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Pipeliner

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Power of Sales Leadership and Emotion in Sales Hello everyone, I’m John Golden, your host from SalesPOP! Online Sales Magazine and Pipeline CRM. In this blog post, I’m excited to share the insights from my recent podcast episode with John Crowder, the VP of Healthcare with Integrity Solutions.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 23, 2019

But, many businesses still question the effectiveness and practicality of AI. If you’re skeptical about AI, today’s blog post is for you. 80% of sales and marketing leaders say they already use chatbot software in their customer experience or plan to do so by 2020 ( source ). AI in Sales. Keep reading! Virtual Assistants.

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Sales Hacker

MARCH 8, 2024

A highly curated group of 200 GTM leaders, 85% director level and above across Sales, Marketing, and Partnerships. Data from Crossbeam shows that ELG is the third-most cost-effective strategy behind customer referrals and inbound sales. Sales tactics like cold calls often have a low conversion rate. Austin’s F1 track.

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MTD Sales Training

DECEMBER 13, 2018

If you have the aim simply to sell at any price , or an unclear demarcation for how high or low you will go, then the other party will recognise this and be given the power in any discussions. Rushing into any negotiation shows you might be desperate for business and may offer the other party a sense of power. Happy Selling!

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Understanding the Sales Force

APRIL 23, 2014

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan Earlier this week the world was once again focused on the city of Boston and the 118 th running of the Boston Marathon. Someone training for a marathon should run up to 50 miles per week. An additional 20% of the sales population is good, but not great. mile race. Losing is OK.

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Score More Sales

OCTOBER 24, 2014

There is no question I have a bit of a love affair with IBM’s Watson – the smartest computer on the planet. Last month, IBM announced IBM ® Watson™ Analytics , a natural language-based cognitive service that can provide instant access to powerful predictive and visual analytic tools for businesses. Broad Appeal.

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Zoominfo

MARCH 26, 2018

These differences range from price point to length of sales cycle, to key buying motivators, and beyond. Embrace the power of influencers. If you’re still not convinced of the power of influencers, check out these statistics: Influencer marketing content delivers 11X higher ROI than traditional forms of digital marketing ( source ).

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A Sales Guy

MAY 7, 2021

As a guest on The Salesman Podcast, Keenan discusses that buyers are interested in the ”value” of the sale, not the “likeability” of the salesperson. One of ASG’s most popular, and controversial, blog topics debunks the popular Sales Myth of “People Buy from People They Like.”. appeared first on A Sales Guy.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What is lead generation, and why is it a source of contention for sales and marketing teams? Get answers to these questions about lead gen — and so much more! Lead gen occurs within the second stage of a marketing funnel—meaning it happens after marketers have attracted an audience and are ready to hand them over to the sales team.

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Mindtickle

APRIL 12, 2020

QBR) is one of the most powerful strategic actions sales, marketing and service line leaders have to strategically re-plan, communicate and set focus on the activities that will drive revenue outcomes for their organization. Presenters drone on, leaving their sales audience glossy-eyed and multitasking.

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Awarathon

AUGUST 8, 2023

“An AI-powered video roleplay software is one of the most effective sales tools for streamlining your sales process, assisting your organization in meeting sales quotas, and forecasting sales for the upcoming quarters online effectively.” It focuses on sales readiness through sales enablement and training.

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criteria for success

MARCH 27, 2020

Today's quote from Steve Jobs is all about the power and influence of storytelling. Read on to learn more about this week's Let's Talk Sales inspiration! He said: “The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller. Want to earn the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card? Resources on Storytelling in Sales.

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Hubspot Sales

APRIL 5, 2023

There are many things to consider if you are interested in starting your career in sales. You’ll also need a thorough knowledge of sales trends and stats to succeed. With a modest, go-get-'em attitude, you can learn the stats you need to know to anticipate what a career in sales has in store for you.

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Autoklose

MARCH 25, 2024

But if you get the big things right — namely, subject line and frequency — you have the power to influence your open rate, which should have a direct impact on your close rate. Use the simple yes-or-no-question approach we mentioned above. That’s because people love to see humility — especially when it’s unexpected in a sales email.

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Score More Sales

OCTOBER 1, 2012

You know the deal – there might be many stalled or developing sales opportunities, but that ONE that you can’t move forward – that’s the one I mean. Based on the session by the same name at B2B Camp Boston this past week, here is a list of 50 ideas to help jump-start sales. One or two WILL. Work smart.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 27, 2019

In fact, word-of-mouth is the primary factor behind 20% to 50% of all purchasing decisions ( source ). Therein lies the power of word-of-mouth marketing. The question is, why? Check out our recent blog post to learn more: The Definitive Guide to Addressing Negative Business Reviews. Leverage user-generated content.

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criteria for success

MARCH 6, 2020

Today's quote from Steve Jobs is all about the power and influence of storytelling. Read on to learn more about this week's Let's Talk Sales inspiration! He said: “The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller. Want to earn the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card? Resources on Storytelling in Sales.

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Tony Hughes

OCTOBER 2, 2018

If the lead has come to us, then the customer will be well advanced in their process (anywhere from 50% to 70% along the ‘buyer’s journey’) and our online presence and credentials will have been pivotal in being included on their list of potential solutions. They frame what they have to say as thoughtful open questions.

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Sales Hacker

JULY 26, 2023

Love it or hate it, artificial intelligence is massively changing the game in sales — and has huge potential for account executives. The future of AI in sales What AI can do for account executives The Harvard Business Review found sales teams using AI increased leads by more than 50% and reduced costs by up to 60%.

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Awarathon

AUGUST 24, 2023

Elevate Your Sales Team with AI-based sales training software! A cutting-edge solution offers realistic training scenarios that refine skills, ensure consistency, and provide instant feedback to scale your training efforts, boost confidence, and drive sales success ultimately leading to improved sales performance and business success.

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Pipeline

OCTOBER 16, 2023

This blog will answer this question along with some other topics about CRM ROI, namely how to calculate the ROI, some basic sales and marketing KPIs to consider, and three effective ways to maximize your CRM return. The data above shows that Pipeline CRM’s clients experienced positive changes in their sales books.

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Zoominfo

MARCH 5, 2018

It’s no secret, sales and marketing teams don’t always work well together. In fact, research shows that 53% of sales professionals are unhappy with the support they get from marketing ( source ). Consider these statistics ( source ): Only 8% of companies have strong alignment between sales and marketing.

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Selling Essentials RapidLearning Center

APRIL 12, 2022

For answers to that question, let’s look at several research studies. In fact, a study from Harvard Business School suggests that a literal line of sight can have a powerful impact on business results. The most powerful way: Arrange face-to-face meetings. What can you do as a leader to create a sense of purpose?

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Sales Hacker Training

OCTOBER 10, 2022

It’s not the first time you’ll hear this, and it’s not the last: training new sales reps is crucial. I’m the Director of Enablement at WorkRamp, with more than 12 years of experience in enablement, training, and sales operations. Related: How to Run Sales Trainings Your Reps Will Actually Enjoy. Learning beyond onboarding.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 21, 2019

For those of you who aren’t regular readers of the ZoomInfo Blog, we spent last week looking back on our most popular content of 2018. Thus far, we’ve covered the most-read articles for sales professionals and recruiters. Brands that market directly to consumers recognize YouTube as a powerful tool. We say yes!

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Partners in Excellence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Increase sales by 50%? More SDRs, AEs, sales engineers. They question, “Why should we accept 17% win rates? Can we increase win rates, deal values, reduce sales cycles. But there’s a more powerful, though seldom executed strategy. Heroic Sales Efforts" We Need More Wins! How Do You Win?

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No More Cold Calling

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Think sales has changed a lot? But while technology may power sales research, people still power the close. . And it certainly won’t solve our sales challenges. But that almost never happens, because CEOs and other senior decision-makers have a powerful weapon at their disposal—their trusty gatekeepers.

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No More Cold Calling

MAY 1, 2016

While I didn’t believe in paid ads, I wanted to spread the word about this offer, and the power of referral selling for lead generation. Everyone wants to learn how to boost their close rates to well more than 50 percent, get every meeting with one call, and never have to make another dreaded cold call. Salesforce Guest Post).

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criteria for success

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Today’s quote from Bill McCartney is about the power and effect of coaching. Read on to learn more about this week’s Let’s Talk Sales inspiration. Want to earn the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card? Take our Let’s Talk Sales Podcast Listener Survey! Let’s Talk Sales! Bill McCartney Quote.

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criteria for success

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Today's quote from Bill McCartney is about the power and effect of coaching. Read on to learn more about this week's Let's Talk Sales inspiration. The post Let’s Talk Sales! Today’s quote from Bill McCartney is about the power and effect of coaching. Want to earn the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card?

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What is lead generation, and why is it a source of contention for sales and marketing teams? Get answers to these questions about lead gen — and so much more! Lead gen occurs within the second stage of a marketing funnel—meaning it happens after marketers have attracted an audience and are ready to hand them over to the sales team.

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No More Cold Calling

APRIL 30, 2017

He said the most important questions salespeople need to answer for their buyers are: “Why Change and Why Us?”. Answer those questions, and you’ve created the buyer’s vision for the future. Sales teams who adopt referral selling have an advantage: Their referral sources generate enough value for prospects to agree to a meeting.

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Jeffrey Gitomer

MAY 18, 2011

How Personal Information Leads To A Relationship (And To Sales). And, oh yes, lots of sales.). It’s a form that asks sixty-six personal and business questions. The difference between making a sale and building a relationship lies in your ability to get this information — and uncover the other information it leads to.

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