Understanding the Sales Force

JULY 10, 2023

It’s been quite a while since I’ve written an article about the role that customer service plays in the retention and renewal of customers and accounts. Some products are so exclusive, and so desirable, that crappy customer service might not even stop you from buying again.

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Sell Integrity

APRIL 28, 2021

What actions can you take to both increase employee engagement and create a customer retention strategy that moves more of your customers from “satisfied” to “loyal”? One of the key tenets of a customer retention strategy is that it relentlessly focuses on value creation. A 5-step roadmap to get you started.

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Retention Strategy Customer Loyalty 82

Smooth Sale

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: How to Set Your Business Apart From the Competition. Our collaborative blog offers insights on ‘How to set your business apart from the competition.’ There is always competition, and it is essential to know how we differ to the advantage of our clientele. Image credit.

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Competition Outsourcing Services Hiring How To 78

Keith Rosen

OCTOBER 13, 2017

If delivering exemplary customer service is a cornerstone to building your business, revenue, referrals and client retention, then why do most companies invest more time on customer acquisition instead of retention, fail at meeting customer expectations and ultimately lose business to competitors?

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Retention Lead Rank Lead Scoring Hiring 86

CloserIQ

MARCH 4, 2019

The business case for adopting these systems often overlooks a very important component – the positive impact on sales team recruiting, onboarding, and retention. To that end, it’s pivotal to understand how to include sales hiring and retention when you’re building a business case for adopting new technology. That’s huge.

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Retention Hiring Sales Technology Sales Talent 61

PandaDoc

AUGUST 26, 2020

Whatever sector you’re in, in order to succeed you need to offer a combination of excellent customer service , high-quality products, and genuine value for money. As a matter of course, this involves keeping a watchful eye on what your rivals are doing to help you glean a crucial competitive advantage.

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Churn Customer Service Loyalty Customer 59

Janek Performance Group

APRIL 17, 2024

Through their interactions, they gather valuable insights into customer preferences, pain points, and competitive landscapes. In addition, BDRs relay customer feedback and market trends to internal teams. Thus, they facilitate continuous improvement in product development, marketing strategies, and customer service initiatives.

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Outsourcing Services B2B Lead Rank Sales Qualified Lead 118

Partners in Excellence

APRIL 18, 2013

I wrote, Customer Retention-Different Approaches , the other day. He reminded me of the terrible difficulty sales people have in retaining and growing business with existing customers, as well as the absence of customer retention strategies in many organizations. It stimulated a lot of discussions.

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Retention Customer Exercises Customer Service 96

The Brooks Group

JULY 23, 2018

That’s why it’s key that your salespeople use a customer-focused, consultative selling process with every prospect and customer they interact with. But your customer-centric strategy should go beyond the sales team. times greater annual increase in customer retention rates (11.4% vs. 1.5%) compared to All Others.

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Customer Service Research Revenue Customer 56

Zoominfo

JANUARY 23, 2021

For the sales account manager, getting processes down can mean the difference between achieving massive growth and losing customers to the competition. As new products roll out, sales account managers can offer product upgrades to help their customers reach business goals. Sales account management, like sales, is selling.

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Account Lead Rank Ideal Customer Profile Decision Maker 238

Hubspot Sales

MARCH 9, 2021

Improving Retention. Customer retention — the sum of a company's efforts to keep its existing customers on board — is an essential, cost-effective process that any growing business needs to prioritize. Maximizing retention is a popular pricing objective. Matching Competitors' Prices. Shifting Brand Image.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The study also found that after a positive customer experience, consumers are 3.5 As competition for customers continues to grow, you have to work harder to keep yours around. Here’s what you should prioritize in the new year to avoid the Great Customer Resignation, and how ZoomInfo can help.

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Babette Ten Haken

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Competitive mimicry abounds in today’s overwhelmed, often socially-driven, marketplace. The same occurs in businesses involved in competitive mimicry. As a result, this tactic initially confuses not only our customers and investors, but those competitors’ customers, too. Let’s face it. There’s a reason. Be flattered.

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Competition Ideal Customer Profile SME Face-to-face 66

Pipeliner

MARCH 24, 2024

It’s a dual pathway where contented employees lead to enhanced productivity, better customer service, and, consequently, elevated business performance. Understanding this interplay is essential for organizations thriving in today’s competitive market.

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Construction Lead Rank Lead Scoring Loyalty 52

Smooth Sale

JUNE 13, 2022

The insurance industry faces several key challenges today, including increasing customer demand, rising operational costs, and mounting cyber risks. To remain competitive in this environment, insurers must find ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs across the board. Focus On Retention Over Acquisition.

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Insurance Insurance Industry Retention 78

Apptivo

JULY 25, 2023

Unforgettable Customer Service: Real-Life case studies of Effective Complaint Handling 3. Scenarios’ on How to handle customer complaints effectively 4. Proven Impacts of effectively handling customer complaints In today’s highly competitive business landscape, customer satisfaction is paramount.

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Customer Case Study Loyalty Customer Service 52

Zoominfo

AUGUST 31, 2020

According to HubSpot research, 93% of consumers will be repeat buyers at companies with excellent customer service. With stakes that high, it is perhaps ironic that the early steps of building customer loyalty start with the figurative eyes and ears of a company. Customer interviews are also beneficial. Build Loyalty.

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Ideal Customer Profile Lead Rank Marketing Loyalty 264

Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Future of AI in Sales and Customer Support Chat with Thomas Ryan, founder of the AI sales software company Bigly Sales , on my podcast. His perspectives on how artificial intelligence transforms sales and customer service revealed a technology that’s not just a fad but a valuable productivity tool.

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Customer Lead Gen Face-to-face Pivotal 52

Lessonly

JANUARY 24, 2020

On Customer Service Teams. The life of a customer service rep, every day, every ticket is something new. There is a new customer service policy manual, a new product, a new glitch in the system, a new way for customers to get in touch, and the list goes on and on. I Know Because I’ve Been There.

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Smooth Sale

JUNE 8, 2023

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software CRM software helps businesses manage relationships and interactions with customers and potential clients. With CRM, companies can streamline processes, improve customer service, enhance customer retention, and drive sales growth.

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Lead Rank Scale Analytics Hiring 78

Zoominfo

JANUARY 23, 2021

For the sales account manager, getting processes down can mean the difference between achieving massive growth and losing customers to the competition. As new products roll out, sales account managers can offer product upgrades to help their customers reach business goals. Sales account management, like sales, is selling.

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Account Lead Rank Ideal Customer Profile Decision Maker 130

BuzzBoard

MARCH 6, 2024

Data can predict patterns and trends, helping small and local businesses improve customer experience and retention. From chatbots to advanced predictive algorithms, these AI tools provide precision and customization, revolutionizing marketing operations. Simultaneously, there is a shift towards AI-powered solutions.

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Marketing Trends Analytics Campaigns 52

SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

Does executive leadership refer to key annual sales goals (customer retention, new product sales targets) that are not part of your compensation plan? Customer Service and Billing have a direct effect on your customer retention - do they have a pay plan that rewards improved retention, rapid problem resolution and high billing quality?

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Compensation Incentives Incentive Retention 288

Smooth Sale

APRIL 5, 2024

Ensure customer service is top-notch in all regards, including timeliness. Growth Hackers – Helping businesses globally grow with lead generation, growth marketing, conversion rate optimization, data analytics, user acquisition, retention, and sales. Celebrate Success! Inclusion Allies Coalition : “Everyone is welcome here.”

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Customer Social Media Hiring Licensing 91

Zoominfo

MARCH 21, 2022

Others have introduced signing bonuses, tuition support, and retirement contributions to differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive recruitment landscape. Culture is a Crucial Competitive Advantage Many companies confuse culture with perks. and 4.5 %, respectively.

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Sales and Marketing Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Technology is helping CRM platforms become more sophisticated, and in order for businesses to remain competitive, they must keep pace with their new and emerging capabilities. The technology acts as a virtual assistant that helps sales and customer service teams access important customer data with a simple voice command.

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CRM Small Business Small Business Analytics 209

Lessonly

OCTOBER 19, 2018

So, what sets the high-performers apart from the rest of the competition? With realistic practice scenarios, teams of all kinds can break away from the status quo and delight customers like never before. When practice happens, the knowledge retention for some of our customers has gone up by five times.

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Customer Service Training Customer Promotion 20

Smooth Sale

MARCH 18, 2023

Utilize Data Analytics: Data analytics can help you better understand customer behavior and preferences, which you can use to improve products or services. Focus on Customer Service: Providing excellent customer service is one of the best ways to retain customers.

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Small Business Small Business Webinar Metrics Strategy 78

Smooth Sale

MARCH 8, 2023

Improve Your Customer Service Finally, to ensure your business stays ahead of the competition, you must get your customer service team right from the start. Many companies err when they use existing team members to sort out customer service. Inclusion Allies Coalition “Everyone is welcome here.”

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Hiring Policies Customer Service Licensing 78

Sell Integrity

APRIL 16, 2021

A strong, vibrant customer-centric culture is an organic and natural strength that cannot be compromised. That’s why you’ll see that the most productive, growing organizations spend a lot of time leveraging this innate competitive advantage. What Gets in the Way of a Customer-Centric Culture. Expand repeat business.

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Customer Loyalty Competition Customer Service 111

Smooth Sale

MAY 15, 2023

We can define a core competency as any expertise or skill set unique to your company that gives it an edge against its competition and allows it to provide outstanding services or products to customers. Artificial Intelligence (AI) can give businesses an invaluable competitive edge with IT solutions.

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Strategy Analytics Maximizer Customer Service 78

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

You need to take a thorough, comprehensive look at how you're spending money, how you're producing your product or service, your acquisition and retention strategies, and any other crucial factors that impact your revenue generation or production costs. Conduct competitive benchmarking to see how your industry peers are faring.

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Smooth Sale

MAY 10, 2022

In today’s competitive landscape, it’s more important than ever for companies to focus on creating positive brand experiences for their customers. It means consistent messaging, branding, and customer service across all channels. The best brand experiences are those that are effortless for customers.

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Hiring Loyalty Customer Service Networking 78

Act!

APRIL 22, 2024

A CRM platform can also help you track changes in the behavior of existing customers and prospects. You can use detailed customer profiles available on Act! to monitor their purchase history and recent customer service interactions. It’ll help you identify trends in their preferences and sentiments.

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Small Business Small Business ACT Face-to-face 52

Zoominfo

AUGUST 31, 2020

Build Loyalty According to HubSpot research, 93% of consumers will be repeat buyers at companies with excellent customer service. With stakes that high, it is perhaps ironic that the early steps of building customer loyalty start with the figurative eyes and ears of a company. Customer interviews are also beneficial.

Ideal Customer Profile 130

Ideal Customer Profile Lead Rank Marketing Loyalty 130

Miller Heiman Group

MARCH 12, 2020

Offering technology-based, end-to-end regulatory solutions to clients around the globe, including 50% of the Fortune 500, the firm prides itself as much on its comprehensive, well-designed software as for its exceptional customer service. But when the firm first engaged Miller Heiman Group, its service delivery lacked consistency.

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Revenue Strategy Customer Case Study 63

Hubspot Sales

MARCH 15, 2018

Traditional sales representatives sell a product or service to clients and then hand those accounts off to customer service teams or account executives. It’s a sales role, yes -- but it goes beyond the traditional rep duties of only selling a product or service. Eliminate competitive threats.

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Account Hiring Marketing Qualified Lead Scale 114