Your Sales Management Guru

AUGUST 5, 2013

Your Sales Management Guru Blog Author on “Top 50 Sales & Marketing Influencers” List . Speaker, consultant, and author Ken Thoreson’s updated Sales Manager’s Tool Kit now available . One of the new approaches we’re taking with sales organizations is Business Guidance Selling.” .

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 8, 2020

Author: Paul Nolan “What happens when new and fast-improving technologies create opportunities to unleash untapped sources of revenue, some of them long trapped by market inefficiencies?”. There’s no reason it can’t have equally powerful impacts on B2B sales and marketing, but it’s in its infancy, experts say. “AI

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SalesHandy

JULY 15, 2018

To get that inspiration, direction, and motivation we follow mentors on social media like Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn influencers. And when it comes to expert advice & motivation, LinkedIn is the best place with over 400 million professionals sharing their stories & lessons. Steli Efti. He is the founder of Close.io

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The Spiff Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

But this overly dramatized theme is rooted in a real-world truth: a sales leaderboard is an incredibly effective motivator. You’ll learn why in today’s blog post, as we explore the underlying psychology of sales motivation that makes the sales leaderboard a successful sales management tactic.

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SalesFuel

JUNE 3, 2024

The image the seller projects can heavily influence their success rate. The ability to differentiate in an increasingly crowded market is more important now than ever. It’s beneficial to develop emotional intelligence in sales because it allows sellers to expertly take on objections. How does it help sellers stand out?

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Miller Heiman Group

APRIL 13, 2020

Sales managers normally face a trifecta of shifting demands from buyers, their direct reports and their organization. The COVID-19 pandemic gives sales managers the perfect opportunity to work toward transforming into more capable leaders. Shift From a Sales Manager’s Mindset to Sales Leader’s Mindset.

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Your Sales Management Guru

MAY 7, 2012

Top Sales Magazine Names Consultant to Cisco and Microsoft Partner Programs a Top 50 Sales/Marketing Influencer. **revised Posting. Ken Thoreson, Acumen Management Group, Ltd. KNOXVILLE , Tenn., One of our premier partners, Dynetics, told us, ‘Ken’s coaching was excellent. About Ken Thoreson.

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Miller Heiman Group

MAY 14, 2019

Sales managers influence what salespeople sell, where they sell, who they sell to and even how they sell. These factors make the sales manager role one of the most influential and demanding jobs in any company engaged in complex B2B sales. How many direct reports do sales managers have in your company?

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SalesHandy

JULY 15, 2018

To get that inspiration, direction, and motivation we follow mentors on social media like Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn influencers. And when it comes to expert advice & motivation, LinkedIn is the best place with over 400 million professionals sharing their stories & lessons. Steli Efti. He is the founder of Close.io

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Anthony Cole Training

JANUARY 30, 2012

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. 5 Direct Sales Activities that Lead to Sales Success?

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Your Sales Management Guru

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Sales Management End of Year Checklist. . Depending upon the person and the conditions in their sales organization each article may or may not be pertinent. I decided to start with a Sales Management End of Year Checklist. Do you have a recruiting marketing plan in place? Have fun and go sell something!

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Your Sales Management Guru

MAY 6, 2012

Top Sales Magazine Names Consultant to Cisco and Microsoft Partner Programs a Top 50 Sales/Marketing Influencer. Full details appear in this month’s downloadable Top Sales magazine. Ken Thoreson, Acumen Management Group, Ltd. this is a press release we just sent out). KNOXVILLE , Tenn.,

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Sales Training Connection

OCTOBER 6, 2014

The importance of middle managers can be especially significant in industries and fields that value innovation, like computer games, software, consulting, biotech and marketing, according to Mollick. The Becker Hospital Review which shared the results of a 2014 Insigniam study that focuses on middle managers.

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Anthony Cole Training

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. 5 Direct Sales Activities that Lead to Sales Success?

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Janek Performance Group

JANUARY 16, 2024

With salary, commission, bonuses, and other incentives, sales professionals often have options and feel in control of the compensation they receive, which can be great for motivation and fulfillment. However, the types of sales compensation plans can be more complex than for other professions. Not all plans fit all salespeople.

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Anthony Cole Training

MAY 19, 2011

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. 5 Direct Sales Activities that Lead to Sales Success?

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Zoominfo

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Today, we do the same for sales reps. So, if you’re in need of some new sales motivation , keep reading. Now, on to the ultimate guide to the YouTube channels producing the best sales content today! 1. Jeb Blount (Sales Gravy). Head over to the HubSpot YouTube channel for a wealth of inbound sales resources.

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Anthony Cole Training

AUGUST 29, 2011

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. 5 Direct Sales Activities that Lead to Sales Success?

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Steven Rosen

JANUARY 14, 2024

We need to identify the critical success factors and narrow them down to three manageable items. “Change management is sales management, and that’s going to make the difference.” ” – Colleen Stanley Change management also plays a significant role in execution.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 3, 2018

Since our behaviors will influence reps and their behaviors will in turn influence customers, it’s worth considering what you do and say before you do and say it. If there is one thing that is nearly universally loved by sales managers, it’s stack ranking (or rank ordering as it’s sometimes called). On Stack Ranking.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JUNE 12, 2017

Lee Smith, CEO of Salesfuel In today's marketplace, a good salesperson can find a new manager more easily than a manager can find a good salesperson. Gone are the days when a sales manager could just develop a management style and demand their reports adapt – “or else.”. Influencers enjoy working with others.

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Anthony Cole Training

MARCH 23, 2010

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. 5 Direct Sales Activities that Lead to Sales Success?

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Anthony Cole Training

MAY 20, 2010

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. 5 Direct Sales Activities that Lead to Sales Success?

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Your Sales Management Guru

JUNE 10, 2014

The First Time Sales Manager. I can remember…those first 6 months as a new sales manager was a challenge! I had taken over from two previous sales managers who were now reporting to me and three other salespeople for a total of five on my team. So what can a first time sales manager to do?

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Troops

AUGUST 7, 2018

Not just one sales team, but a bunch of them: Sales Development: global inbound lead qualification. Business Development : global outbound/BDR program spanning small businesses, mid-market, and enterprise customers. Vertical Sales: full sales-cycle BDRs and AEs. How to Motivate a Sales Team.

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No More Cold Calling

JULY 7, 2015

After all, networking is one of the most important marketing best practices for a sales professional. If your sales strategy doesn’t include at least one business networking event per week, you’re missing out on your greatest opportunity to expand your referral networks. For the First Time Sales Manager.

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BrainShark

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the 23 best sales podcasts (in no particular order) for reps, managers and executives to check out. The best sales podcasts for 2022. Sales Influence. Sales Gravy. The Brutal Truth About Sales & Selling. The Sales Influence Podcast. Sell or Die.

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SalesFuel

APRIL 26, 2024

Search Engine Marketing: 19.9% And so many more Each features information such as which types of ads influenced them to take action within the last year. You can also find out their shopping motivations and demographic information, such as household income. SEO Website Optimization : 19.5% Social Media: 12.1% TV: 10% Radio: 9.5%

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Lessonly

JUNE 7, 2021

There’s no denying that effective sales management training courses have a direct correlation to business results. . But having great sales experience doesn’t necessarily mean reps have the necessary skills to manage a team of unique personalities with individual skills and weaknesses. How to Motivate Your Sales Team.

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Your Sales Management Guru

JUNE 6, 2017

A Sales Manager’s Recipe: What’s Cooking in 2017? Last week after presenting a keynote program called Gourmet Living, an attendee came up to me afterwards and discussed her challenges as a sales manager. Become a Detective : In sales management workshops we always talk about inspect what you expect.

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Your Sales Management Guru

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Sales Management and Discipline. I received a call from a former client that was concerned about the status of their sales team and VP of Sales-it seems that their revenue was off more than $2M over the previous year and below their growth goal! Analyze his marketing plans. Need more sales management resources?

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SBI

OCTOBER 1, 2014

More than 1400 sessions, more than 350 exhibitors, 18 keynotes, 20 parties, 2 rock concerts, and 5 opportunities to help charities on site, there is perhaps no bigger event for sales and marketers. Act-On’s streamlined user interface puts first-rate marketing tools at your fingertips, making campaigns and programs easier and faster.

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Your Sales Management Guru

OCTOBER 6, 2015

11 Actions Sales Management Must Take Now! Sound investment portfolio-management advice ranges from “hold firm with your existing stocks” to “take advantage of a great opportunity to buy at today’s basement prices”. This also is an opportunity to build a better sales team that will increase your market share as competitors lag.

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Your Sales Management Guru

JUNE 21, 2017

Five Tools Every Sales Manager Should Use. During a recent podcast interview I was asked what I thought were the top five “systems or tools” that a Sales Manager needs to be successful. After thinking about all the possibilities and responsibilities that any sales leader faces I answered the question with the list below.

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Your Sales Management Guru

MAY 16, 2016

7 Steps to Success for Sales Managers. -A After being a VP of Sales, consulting on sales management for 19 years and after writing four books on sales management, Max Cates, author of 7 Steps caught my attention in the first five pages. A book review-. Hire for Traits, not Skills.

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Apptivo

MAY 26, 2023

Sales goals are developed by weighing a variety of criteria, including the company’s ambitious goals, shifting market dynamics, the lessons learnt from past successes, and the exciting prospects of future growth. Assume in this real-world example that the sales targets were established at 1,000 units sold in the first month.

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Allego

MAY 21, 2024

Allego research demonstrates that ongoing reinforcement through AI can lead to a 15% improvement in sales rep performance over time. Improve Your Sales Team’s Performance Download The Sales Coaching Handbook and learn what top sales coaches do to boost motivation, increase focus, and supercharge the performance of sales teams.

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