No More Cold Calling

DECEMBER 30, 2021

That’s why it’s important to nurture those relationships year-round, year in and year out. I dropped the ball this year, and I confessed to my mistake in my November blog post: “I Was Neglecting My Customer Relationships. ” How do I ask for a referral from customers I haven’t spoken with in two years?”

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Steven Rosen

MAY 15, 2021

Sales Leadership Development in the New Millennium. One of the VP’s said he was not happy with the impact of the corporate training program that he was mandated to use. He shared with me that they rolled out a coaching program and said that it was the best program the sales managers have ever taken. They really loved it!”.

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Alice Heiman

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Years of trust can evaporate in a matter of moments if you forget this simple rule. Dmitri Leichik learned the hard way that customers are not buying your product, they are buying your commitment to their success. You have to get to them at the exact moment where they have some reason to consider a new partner. [14:45]

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Sales and Marketing Management

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

However, many sales reps may find themselves unsure of how to best lead a meeting with prospects over video. Given that video interactions will be the norm for a while, now is an ideal time for sales reps to start developing best practices for video interactions. Keep your video on during the meeting. Family happenings.

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Smooth Sale

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Photo by Geralt via Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Will You Focus On the Year-End Rush? The holiday season plus year-end for business puts tremendous stress on many, requiring a keen focus on the year-end rush. My Story Most businesses finalize expenditures near year-end as they must use or lose their budget.

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Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 7, 2023

It’s here, the biggest sales quarter of the year. Q4 sales are often the most lucrative of the year, but successful sales don’t come simply because of the season. Sales professionals who are doing their best work in Q4 are executing their sales processes to perfection. Why is Q4 the biggest sales quarter of the year?

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Zoominfo

DECEMBER 15, 2020

The holidays are here, and the new year is just around the corner…. Integrating holiday energy with your B2B efforts typically increases chances of revenue success. And to get there, you have to ramp up your visibility and engagement with your best sales, marketing, and recruiting teams.

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Mr. Inside Sales

DECEMBER 21, 2019

Just a quick holiday greeting to all our readers: We hope you have a very merry Christmas (if you celebrate), and a wonderful and safe New Year. It’s our pleasure to post a tip once a week, and we sincerely hope it helps make your selling careers easier and more enjoyable. The post Happy Holidays! Who Should Attend?

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Hubspot Sales

APRIL 11, 2023

Your sales team plays an essential role in driving revenue and reaching goals that stretch across the organization. Your seasoned, super-star reps lead the way. If any of your top salespeople leave your company, you may fall behind. So should you be worried about churn in your sales department? In short, yes.

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The Pipeline

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Over the years I have learned that if I were to put the question right here, most people (some would say 80%) would take the question and run with it, without first taking the time to learn the context and best uses. Home Team Disadvantage. But the reality in a buy/sale cycle is the exact opposite. Yes, the buyers.

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No More Cold Calling

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

What jaw-dropping moments have you had this year? For me, the best way to do that is by spending time with children—especially young children. Everything is new to them. What are some of your “awe” moments? Happy Thanksgiving, Joanne. Our blackout lasted for three (obviously stressful) days. I was in awe.

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

That's all well and good when your sales force works in a traditional workplace – sharing office space and meeting face-to-face. Unfortunately, in today’s virtual workplace, all or many of your inside salespeople may be working remotely. Over time, you risk your remote sales reps becoming too self-focused. Its products?

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Hubspot Sales

APRIL 15, 2024

It sets a tone — giving you the momentum and perspective you need to lock in on viable sales opportunities and ensure the rest of your sales process goes as smoothly as possible. These clients are also open to new, often ‘stretch’ conversations with people they don't know and create opportunities for random interactions.

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Smooth Sale

MARCH 29, 2024

Photo by Geralt via Pixabay A ttract the Right Job Or Clientele: How You Can Breathe New Life Into Your Career If your career has stagnated, now is likely the right time to begin looking for new and better opportunities. Everyone wants a job they enjoy, and some people crave new challenges.

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Anne Miller

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Even if you have a huge mailing list and, as a practical matter, need to do a generic holiday blast, it is smart to personalize the greetings you send to your top clients and prospects. You want your message to stand out. There are many ways to personalize your greeting. You probably trash it. It has no real value to you.

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Smooth Sale

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It’s best to avoid getting stuck in one place for an extended period. A Company That Will Thrive Geralt via Pixabay Have A Written Business Plan It’s in your best interest to have a written business plan. It can act as your roadmap as you get ahead and grow your company.

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Grant Cardone

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Happy New Year! Why am I so confident that 2021 can be your best year ever? Although this year has given me massive amounts of success, I know that too many people out there have not been as fortunate…so I’m going to do something about it by paying forward. That’s not just a wish. Come on, now!

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Zoominfo

MAY 12, 2020

They’re attending networking events, following your company on social media, and applying for your open positions. However, if your active candidates are not the right candidate, recruiters have to go beyond those seeking employment now to strengthen their company’s workforce—by building a pipeline of passive candidates.

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Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 31, 2023

Over the past three years, the workforce has seen a massive shift towards remote work — and the sales industry was no exception. There's a good chance these numbers will fluctuate as the year progresses. This was confirmed in a 2022 survey by Microsoft that found hybrid work models continue to rise year-over-year.

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Smooth Sale

JUNE 7, 2022

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Four Ways To Have Happy Employees. Our collaborative Blog provides insights on, ‘Four Ways To Have Happy Employees’ Personal satisfaction relates to how satisfied an employee is with their job. Performance is an essential indicator of whether you have happy employees.

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Hubspot Sales

JUNE 1, 2023

Over 200,000 people have been laid off from tech companies in the last year. Smaller tech companies followed suit, and now, thousands of people are looking for new jobs. Despite how dreadful and anxiety-inducing layoffs are, there are steps you can take to move forward and revive your career. Negotiate your severance package.

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Smooth Sale

JANUARY 27, 2022

Attract The Right Job Or Clientele: Are You Happy with Current Results? We each have unique goals and desire satisfaction upon achievements that prompt the question, ‘Are you happy with current results?’ When connecting with entrepreneurs, it is best to hold complementary visions to assist one another in some format.

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Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

There are several deductions that you can apply to your small business that can help you succeed financially. Since business insurance is directly related to protecting your business interests, the premiums are tax-deductible. However, if you use a vehicle for both personal and business, a mileage deduction is usually your best option.

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Smooth Sale

MARCH 27, 2023

He is an International Leadership Guru with forty-two years of experience and the author of fifty-two books, including the award-winning ‘See the Light in You. ‘ “The highest reward for man’s toil is not what he gets for it, but what he becomes by it.” You can identify your true calling, find your true friends, and become humble.

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Smooth Sale

MARCH 22, 2023

Photo by Geralt via Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Understand Your True Identity Note: Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D., ‘The Father of Soft Leadership’ provides today’s blog content, Understand Your True Identity. Understand Your True Identity Some people search for meaning in their lives. Professor M.S.

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Anne Miller

JULY 15, 2023

The good news is your company has a new product to offer the market. The bad news is your team doesn’t see how to approach or easily present it to prospects. Success with the new product clearly starts with changing the team’s attitude. You are the sales manager of this tech firm. What would you do?

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Allego

JANUARY 10, 2023

Together, we invented a new approach to deliver training, coaching, and content at the moment of need. Ten years later, our platform has grown from video coaching to a full suite that encompasses AI-powered modern learning , content management, and conversation intelligence. The “Aha” Moment. That was the start of Allego.

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criteria for success

MARCH 29, 2021

Happy Monday, Let's Talk Sales listeners! With over 36 years of experience at DialAmerica, he has held many sales and leadership roles. John is based in New Jersey and is a long time friend of CFS. John is based in New Jersey and is a long time friend of CFS. Best Practices for Sales Managers & VPs.

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The Center for Sales Strategy

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving to all those in the United States who celebrate! We know this year has been rough, but we see your strength and wish you all the best this Thanksgiving. One of the greatest gifts this year has given us is a new perspective on the things we’ve been taking for granted all this time.

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criteria for success

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Happy Monday, Let's Talk Sales listeners! She’s the author of Become a Rockstar Real Estate Agent: 7 Steps to Make $100k a Year. . She’s the author of Become a Rockstar Real Estate Agent: 7 Steps to Make $100k a Year. . Establishing trust with your buyers. Establishing trust with your buyers. …And more!

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Partners in Excellence

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Yes, I know we are all supposed to write about New Year’s Resolutions—99% of which will be abandoned before the end of January. But given this year, I want to focus on something else. When I started this blog, about 13 years ago, I chose to call it “Making A Difference.” All the best for 2021!

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Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Scott Barton, Varicent’s VP of Industry Solutions & 20-year sales compensation industry pro, attended WorldatWork’s 2022 Sales Compensation Conference. Controversial panel titles included “Making the Case for 100% Base Salary in Sales” and “ Comp Plan Documents Released in the First Month of the Fiscal Year?”. Is change in the air?

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Smooth Sale

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Disagreements do best when we strive to understand the other person’s perspectives. Your Story: Aware Holidays Can Require Sales Skills Diplomacy is a necessary component of all conversations. Photo by Monicore via Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Are You Aware Holidays Can Require Sales Skills?

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SalesLoft

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

With LeanData and Salesloft as this year’s co-sponsors, the conference hosts 2,500 attendees with 25+ speakers sharing their knowledge and experience across 20+ sessions and workshops. It’s Free If the best things in life are free, then OpsStars is definitely on that list. Some of the best connections are made at OpsStars.

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Allego

APRIL 16, 2024

You must humanize your communication. I’m Deniz Olcay, vice president of marketing at Allego, stepping in for your regular host, Mark Magnacca. There’s no doubt about it. Generative AI has changed the game in sales. Not so fast, says AI expert Sam Richter. GPT can’t do that, at least not yet. Sam Richter: Certainly.

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Partners in Excellence

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

They are committed to it, as long as it works, but for no more than 2-3 years. But we are equally happy with recruiting for any and all these roles from the outside. A key part of the conversation would always be, “What future might I have with your organization? How do we challenge and retain our people longer?

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Smooth Sale

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Should Old Habits Be Forgotten For A Happier New Year? Should the latter be the case, it is still best to remember them as lessons come to mind. A holiday card triggers today’s blog question, ‘Should old habits be forgotten for a happier new year?’

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