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36 Virtual vs. Face-to-Face Communication [Stats to Know in 2022]

Hubspot Sales

As some companies are considering a return to the office in 2022, many are struggling with whether to stick to virtual meetings or resume face-to-face communication. 15% of them said this boosted their productivity ( Sage Journals ). Having face-to-face meetings reduces misunderstandings. of women compared to 5.5%

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Responding to the Digital Sales Shift

Sales and Marketing Management

Author: Paul Nolan Nick Kavadellas is thankful for golf, not only because he’s enjoyed playing it for years, but also because it is one of the few face-to-face selling tools he has continued using during the COVID-19 outbreak. The shift to less face-to-face interaction with customers and prospects isn’t a 2020 development.

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Responding to the Dig?tal Sales Shift

Sales and Marketing Management

Author: Paul Nolan Nick Kavadellas is thankful for golf, not only because he’s enjoyed playing it for years, but also because it is one of the few face-to-face selling tools he has continued using during the COVID-19 outbreak. The shift to less face-to-face interaction with customers and prospects isn’t a 2020 development.

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Why You Should Be Delivering Value-based Stories

Hubspot Sales

Have you ever come up against a decision maker who is glaring at you with arms crossed (in person or via a video call), daring you to take up their time? The best way to engage them in a meaningful conversation — while building credibility, trust, and rapport — is by telling a value-based story. Successful sales professionals are great storytellers.

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Old School Marketing Beliefs Are a Barrier to Business Growth

Increase Sales

” He then shared how in his corporate world, people met face to face and he firmly believed in flying in airplanes to make those connections happen. This gentleman is not the first individual I have come across who believed in traditional face to face old school marketing. Credit: Gratisography. What Is Marketing?

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Relationship Marketing and the Continuum of the Social Media River

Increase Sales

Relationship marketing through the various channels or rivers of social media continues to grow. The initial attraction may be through an actual face to face meeting, a comment on a blog or in a discussion group or through a mutual acquaintance. Read one of my articles in a published business journal such as NBiz.

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The Adapter’s Advantage Podcast: Episode 17 Featuring Frank Cespedes

Allego

He is the author of six books and many articles in Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, California Management Review, and other publications. It is an omni-channel buying world that demands a multi-channel selling response. Welcome to The Adapter’s Advantage : Breakthrough Moments that Lead to Success.