Mon.Dec 27, 2021

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These are the 5 best data-backed sales tips of 2021

Gong.io

This article is part of the Gong Labs series, where I publish findings from our data research team. We analyze sales conversations and deals using AI, then share the results to help you close more revenue. Subscribe here and follow me to read upcoming research. This year Gong Labs uncovered… secrets. . Like the deadly simple negotiation mistake preventing you from winning deals. .

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10 Reasons Your Cold Sales Emails Aren’t Working (and How to Fix Them)

Crunchbase

This article is part of the Crunchbase Community Contributor Series. The author is an expert in their field and a Crunchbase user. We are honored to feature and promote their contribution on the Crunchbase blog. Please note that the author is not employed by Crunchbase and the opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect official views or opinions of Crunchbase, Inc.

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Social media blast to prospects

Zoominfo

Scenario To increase your chances of closing, engage with prospects on social media before an upcoming pitch. Know what’s going on in their space, “like” and comment on posts, look for topics to talk about in your meeting, and even add a little flattery. For example, “I saw you launched a new blog site. You’re crushing it.

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Top Articles of 2021: Sales Process

The Center for Sales Strategy

It's hard to keep up with every article we publish throughout the year! So, today, we're making it easy by recapping the most popular sales process posts we've published in 2021. Providing quality content that helps our clients and visitors improve their sales performance is a goal of ours, and we hope this blog has brought you insight, education, and tips to get you on the path to success.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Out-of-office reply follow-up

Zoominfo

Scenario If a prospect’s out-of-office reply comes back from a drip campaign you’re running, respond with a welcome back message. Don’t miss an opportunity to build rapport in the sales process. Using automation, drop any out-of-office leads into a separate sequence before resuming your drip campaign. The new sequence schedules a short, cheery welcome back email two days after the lead returns to the office.

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Prospecting for unicorns

Zoominfo

Scenario Unicorns aren’t always hard to find. Business development and media groups regularly put out lists of fast-growing companies based on region, industry, sector, technology, and other factors. For example, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Inc. 5000, and the Boston Business Journal Fast 50. Find a list that fits your company’s search criteria—such as customer profile, marketing goals, and technology stack—and start prospecting.

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Customer Lifetime Value and Why it Matters

Smooth Sale

Image by Irina Leona via Unsplash. Attract The Right Job Or Clientele: . NOTE: Mikkel Andreassen provides today’s guest Blog, ‘Customer Lifetime Value and Why It Matters. Mikkel Andreassen is passionate about customer experience in every color of the beautiful customer engagement spectrum. He loves building great connections with his customers, which often lead to meaningful friendships that last a lifetime and inspire his work.

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Go from Relationships to Referrals

Selling Energy

Beginning with the fallout from the Great Recession of 2008, 7L: The Seven Levels of Communication begins with real estate agent, Rick Masters, crossing paths with a fellow professional who seems to be connected with all the right people and knows everyone’s names, thriving while seemingly everyone else is struggling around her. While learning her methods he realizes two things: that relationships are often the basis of sales success and that it really helps to realize how many “touches” you nee

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Here is How I am Prepping for 2022 | Donald Kelly - 1518

Sales Evangelist

As we move into 2022, there’s no time like the present to set new goals and be prepared for the year ahead. So what is Donald doing to prepare for 2022? He’s adding three books to his reading list (and you should too.) The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks : Getting past your comfort zone can be a challenge. When it comes to quotas, commissions, and sales targets, many salespeople trap themselves into thinking that they can only do a certain amount.

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5 Inspiring B2B Marketing Campaigns to Take Yours to the Next Level

Your next big B2B marketing idea starts here. Get inspired with these five successful B2B marketing campaigns. Ready to generate more leads, interest, and revenue with your B2B marketing? In this comprehensive eBook, you’ll get: In-depth studies of five successful B2B marketing campaigns spanning a wide range of industries Key takeaways and lessons from each story to implement in your own strategy Resources to help your own B2B marketing thrive By submitting this form, you agree to have your con

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Next-Level Sales Training: Why You Should Create Sales Enablement Certifications for Reps

Lessonly

Regardless of how your organization defines the process of sales enablement training , I think we can agree that the better we are at enabling a sales team, the more revenue our reps are going to bring it. And, that is one goal we have in common. . But when it comes to enabling sales reps to do great work, it’s time to think out of the box. The everyday, run-of-the mill sales training program that worked just a few years ago is now stale and outdated.

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Here is How I am Prepping for 2022 | Donald Kelly - 1518

Sales Evangelist

As we move into 2022, there’s no time like the present to set new goals and be prepared for the year ahead. So what is Donald doing to prepare for 2022? He’s adding three books to his reading list (and you should too.) The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks : Getting past your comfort zone can be a challenge. When it comes to quotas, commissions, and sales targets, many salespeople trap themselves into thinking that they can only do a certain amount.

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Quote to Cash: QTC Process Plus the Best Software

Hubspot Sales

If you're looking to optimize your sales process, close more deals, and delight more prospects and customers, then you should consider the quote to cash process. In this article, we’ll talk about the quote to cash process and which tools can help your team with QTC. What is quote to cash? Quote to cash refers to the parts of the sales cycle that drive revenue.

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Here is How I am Prepping for 2022 | Donald Kelly - 1518

Sales Evangelist

As we move into 2022, there’s no time like the present to set new goals and be prepared for the year ahead. So what is Donald doing to prepare for 2022? He’s adding three books to his reading list (and you should too.) The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks : Getting past your comfort zone can be a challenge. When it comes to quotas, commissions, and sales targets, many salespeople trap themselves into thinking that they can only do a certain amount.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Year in Review – Lessons from Steve Jobs

Bigtincan

“The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” – Steve Jobs. It’s one of the most often used quotes from Steve, and no doubt it proved true in the Apple story. But for me, one of his more profound messages is this one “That’s been one of my mantras – focus and simplicity. Simple can be harder than complex: You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make it simple.