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Sales Hacker Recommends: 97 Best Sales Books for Peak Performance (2020 Update)

Sales Hacker

The Sketchnote Handbook. They never return your calls. It’s time to stop making endless cold calls or waiting for the phone to ring. Smart Calling. Many argue that cold calling is dead, and in many ways it is. The Essential Handbook for Prospecting and New Business Development.

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Outbound Lead Generation: Proven Strategies & Tips

SalesHandy

Outbound lead generation is indeed effective as several surveys have proven so. One such survey revealed, that 75% of executives said they were willing to make an appointment or attend a meeting based on a cold call or email alone. Cold Calls. Cold calls have been one of the oldest strategies in the sales handbook.