Hubspot Sales
APRIL 26, 2023
Walking away is hard, especially when it comes to potential deals. After all, you've spent time, energy, and resources building a relationship — and giving up means you have nothing to show for it. But in the long run, having a pulse on when to walk away and disqualify leads will help you refine your efforts and make you a much more efficient, effective salesperson.
Zoominfo
APRIL 26, 2023
Although it may sound counterintuitive, multiple periods of economic uncertainty have revealed a striking pattern: the biggest winners in business are those who keep investing in growth. And regardless of how the current economic headwinds play out, Bain & Company partner Jordan Lee says this era’s winners will be the companies that focus their go-to-market strategies around highly efficient, data-driven plays.
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The Center for Sales Strategy
APRIL 24, 2023
For any sales manager, it's incredibly frustrating when their salespeople don’t seem to be able to close the deal. A successful sale often depends on the product and customer knowledge of the salesperson, but what happens when the hard work isn’t translating into results? Let’s take a look at some of the top reasons why your team may not be closing deals - from common hurdles like difficulty establishing credibility and understanding client needs to more nuanced issues like forgoing preparation
Membrain
APRIL 26, 2023
What should your b2b sales team do when a prospect shows up looking for a solution, and confident that yours is the right one?
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Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 25, 2023
The accelerated adoption of AI-powered sales solutions will undoubtedly whittle down the human element required for sales funnel management. But how far can this go? The post AI Rising: Should Sales Leaders be Updating Their Resumes? appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
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Janek Performance Group
APRIL 26, 2023
People will dig in, prior to giving in. Parents will probably agree with me — if you have ever tried to persuade a tired two-year-old that it was time for their nap, only to watch them resist, you’ve experienced the dig in effect. The best way to handle a prospect who digs in as a sales professional is to prevent a prospect from doing so in the first place.
Selling Energy
APRIL 27, 2023
You should always strive for quality over quantity in your prospects. To avoid wasting precious time with prospects that have a low probability of turning into customers, spend some time on the front end to qualify your prospects and invest more of your time in a small group of high-quality ones.
Braveheart Sales
APRIL 27, 2023
The business world is cyclical, and as history has shown, economic recessions are inevitable. For sales leaders, being prepared for the next recession is crucial to ensure the survival and success of their sales teams and organizations. In this blog, we will explore what it means for sales leaders to be ready for the next recession and the potential side effects they may encounter.
Allego
APRIL 26, 2023
Samantha had been working tirelessly to close a deal with a promising customer. As she was about to send a crucial report to the prospect, she realized she couldn’t find it anywhere. Frantically, she searched through the company’s sales content library, her computer files, and her email inbox, but to no avail. The report seemed to have disappeared into thin air.
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Anthony Cole Training
APRIL 28, 2023
Let’s talk about why data matters when recruiting people that WILL sell versus CAN sell. There is a big difference.
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 24, 2023
Somewhere along the journey from hard sell to sales funnel, we have lost a key skill in the seller’s toolkit: the close. A closer look at what we're struggling with. The post The Step That Will Never Go Away appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
Alice Heiman
APRIL 26, 2023
It’s not surprising that Bronwyn Spira, after trying many different sales strategies, landed back on the founder-led model. In mission-driven companies, founders often deliver the most compelling pitch. She then set about recruiting a sales and marketing team to support the sales process across the entire customer journey. Stick with us to the end where Bronwyn leaves us with her three growth tips for every CEO.
Force Management
APRIL 27, 2023
Economic challenges can take a huge toll on workforce morale. Your sales force is likely encountering obstacles they haven’t faced before, and it’s possible that’s affecting their ability to win.
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SocialSellinator
APRIL 24, 2023
Social media marketing is a powerful tool for insurance agencies looking to reach and engage their target customers. From increasing brand visibility to creating more meaningful relationships with prospects, the advantages of using social media strategies are limitless.
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 27, 2023
Earned media coverage is one of the most effective brand-building tools available. These top publishing platforms can make the push for earned media a lot more effective. The post Get Your Story Told appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.
Partners in Excellence
APRIL 24, 2023
When I read my feeds or listen to a lot of “experts,” the focus is always on hitting our quotas, maxing our commissions, achieving our goals. Listening to sales executives, the focus is, constantly, making your numbers. And then there are the consequences of not doing so. Our jobs are at stake, even our companies are threatened. One imagines a sword of Damocles hanging over seller’s heads with the constant threat of making quota.
The Center for Sales Strategy
APRIL 26, 2023
The dreaded condition - burnout. It creeps through your office like a slow fog. It’s easy to miss at first, but once burnout sets in, it’s nearly impossible to navigate forward. A recent study by Gallup found that 70% of employees either sometimes or often feel burned out at work. Burnout isn’t just “needing a break” from work. It’s a state of chronic job stress that results in overall frustration, exhaustion, and defeat.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Hubspot Sales
APRIL 27, 2023
The SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) business model is one of the fastest-growing of the last decade. Because most SaaS products are subscription-based and allow for recurring revenue, this business model is becoming the go-to for many businesses — new and old. With this growth comes tons of new job opportunities for salespeople looking to get into the tech industry.
Grant Cardone
APRIL 28, 2023
I learned many lessons on the come-up that eventually helped me reach financial freedom for myself and my family. But here’s a secret no one will tell you… You DON’T have to learn them the hard way. In fact, I’m going to share 15 principles to create wealth, so you can get started NOW! There […] The post MUST-KNOW Money Advice on the Come Up appeared first on GCTV.
Partners in Excellence
APRIL 25, 2023
I’ve been noticing a torrent of “hints and prompts” from the ChatGPT guru’s looking at email personalization, specifically around business personas. These experts are providing insights around how to personalize outreaches through ChatGPT prompts. As I read through these expert insights, the movie “Dumb and Dumber” kept going through my mind.
The Sales Readiness Blog
APRIL 24, 2023
Attracting new clients and closing deals in today's economy can be tough. And on top of that, you might be asked to renegotiate existing contracts or propose fee increases to keep up with market conditions and company profitability requirements. To help you and your team navigate these negotiations successfully, here are some practical tips and strategies.
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Sales teams often lose precious time hunting for updated sales materials, while marketing struggles to keep these assets accessible and current. It's not just about managing; it's about seamlessly finding, presenting, and sharing critical sales content. All of this takes place within an intuitive, unified platform. Dive into Showell's groundbreaking content management realm.
Product Management University
APRIL 25, 2023
Creating a value based resume means it’s time to treat yourself as a product that has strategic (employer) value. The hard part is avoiding the trap of TELLING employers what the product (you) does versus SELLING its value. Here we are in the early part of 2023 and so many of my talented friends, former colleagues and customers have fallen victim to the mass layoffs in high tech.
Grant Cardone
APRIL 24, 2023
Until recently, getting verified on social media meant you had a lot of followers and were someone of influence. In short, you had some clout. Now, the most prominent platforms are offering this status for anyone willing to pay… But is it worth it? Before you let Elon or Zuckerberg swipe your card, we will […] The post Should YOU Get Verified on Social Media?
Partners in Excellence
APRIL 26, 2023
What really differentiates sellers in helping customers in complex B2B buying processes? Is it the products they represent? Possibly a little, but in reality, when the customer develops a short list of alternatives, any of the solutions can meet their needs. Is it the price of the solution? When there is no other basis of differentiation, price will always win.
Hubspot Sales
APRIL 28, 2023
Sales lead tracking can answer the million-dollar question: "How do I know if my team is maximizing their opportunity to close every lead?" Or, "how do I ensure my team reaches out to all their assigned leads?” If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions because something in your lead management or sales flow is not working for you, you’ve come to the right place.
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How do 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party intent data compare? 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party data each have specific advantages and disadvantages. It comes down to four factors: accuracy, cost, control and quantity. This infographic explains the pros and cons of each and helps you understand which one is best for meeting your business objectives. Intent data can be a great way to fill your pipeline and close more deals.
Smooth Sale
APRIL 28, 2023
Photo by Bluehouseskis via Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Are You Ready to Improve Next Week’s Results? Reminding yourself of your utmost desire for achievement is an ongoing practice. First, know that it will be a rare person who experiences only the good during an entire week. As the week winds down, reviewing all the good and the less-than-desirable circumstances you experienced is an excellent practice.
Selling Energy
APRIL 25, 2023
When you’re talking to the C-suite you need to be aware of who they are and the reasons they get up in the morning. For example, think of a CEO. Who hires them? A board of directors. Why are they hired? Leadership, sure. However, they are also hired to organize and manage a company while making it more valuable.
Close
APRIL 28, 2023
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