Close.io

DECEMBER 17, 2019

I hate to break it to you, but when it comes to inside side sales training, you’re going to spend less time reading and more time interacting with people. Investing in an effective inside sales training system within your company can pay amazing dividends. What is inside sales? Let’s start from the top.

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Pointclear

JANUARY 11, 2011

Comment on The Bridge Group's ten predictions for inside sales in 2011. No longer will the Inside Sales Rep be a “jack of all trades” Roles will be clearly defined and measured based on specific desired outcomes. Data will become an integral component for predicting the likelihood of Inside Sales success.

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Mr. Inside Sales

AUGUST 21, 2022

I watched a sales rep making cold calls the other day. Prior to the call, I asked this sales rep to send over recordings, so I could play and point out exactly what he was doing wrong. He told me that he attends many face to face networking events, and he realized he would never use his phone prospecting script with anyone in person.

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OutboundView

MARCH 31, 2021

Inside sales is a dominant sales model in high-value SaaS, tech, and B2B industries. It involves handling sales remotely where reps mostly work inside an office or in a shared office environment, unlike outside sales reps who are traditional field reps that travel to meet clients.

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SBI

APRIL 24, 2012

Tweet AA-ISP Inside Sales Summit. Four hundred Inside Sales leaders attended the 2-day American Association of Inside Sales Professionals (AA-ISP) Summit last week in Dallas. The Summit is the only conference dedicated exclusively to Inside Sales Leadership. of leads will close.

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Fill the Funnel

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

OFunnel works like Google Alerts within your LinkedIn network. OFunnel constantly monitors LinkedIn as your network expands and emails you results each day. Consider these three scenarios to understand how OFunnel can impact your business relationships: You are in Sales and trying to get into Nike as an account.

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Sales 2.0

AUGUST 19, 2014

Great post for sales managers from two great people. And great thanks to Matt for bringing this information to light. I’ve come to learn that having a pipeline of candidates and making good sales hires is a critical part of a sales managers job. Thanks for having me in your network! Sales Management'

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The Pipeline

AUGUST 2, 2013

As you’ll read below, she boldly predicts that by 2015 inside sales will overtake field sales, as that unfolds, she will be in greater demand. Josiane heads up TeleSmart Communications , and is leading practice and thought leader in the area of inside sales and management. How can that be?

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Mr. Inside Sales

JULY 1, 2019

If you’re a sales rep who is sending emails and waiting….and I’ve got some ideas about your networking issues for your new office that’s opening in Houston next month. Nothing will turn your prospect off more than long, information packed paragraphs. Tired of your emails not getting returned? See it here.

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Hubspot Sales

MAY 2, 2019

Not only does the app save me time, but I also know the information is accurate and I can trust it. In many ways, technology, like Google Maps, is similar to sales management software. Sales management software provides streamlined tools for data entry and management to speed up this process. Free Sales Management Software.

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Nutshell

DECEMBER 5, 2019

There’s something special about attending a sales conference. Perhaps it’s the rush of meeting new and interesting people during networking sessions , or the opportunity to learn actionable tips during the breakout sessions that will help you level up your game. BOUNDLESS 2020.

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SBI

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

One question I’m frequently asked is, “What are some good sales conferences to attend?” Fortunately, more and more sales oriented conferences are taking place. What I look for in any event, is to hear high-quality content – content that is fresh and informative – and to meet and network with real-life sales leaders.

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Hubspot Sales

JUNE 8, 2021

If you hear "ABC" and "Always be closing" pops into your mind, a sales career may be the perfect match for you. You've come to the right place to learn what it's like to have a career in sales, and it's about much more than the close. Sales seems like a fast-paced, hardball kind of career. What's a typical sales career path?

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Score More Sales

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

I spoke this week to a group of sales professionals at the new monthly Sales Accelerators event at Hubspot in Cambridge, MA. It is a new event here in the Boston area for sales reps to network, meet and mingle with others. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies.

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Mr. Inside Sales

JULY 30, 2018

Learn about the best creative, effective phone business prospecting scripts, tools, tips, process, methods and ideas to help you successfully close more sales. Prior to the call, I asked this sales rep to send over recordings, so I could play and point out exactly what he was doing wrong. By Mike Brooks, [link].

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Tools Prospecting Face-to-face Sales Qualified Lead 120

Score More Sales

JUNE 23, 2014

One of the very best ways to grow sales opportunities, and ultimately revenues, in your business is by having “real” ideas that solve issues for your prospective customer. Use buyer insight to grow sales). Information is everywhere and is all of the data, bells and whistles, features, and benefits about your solution.

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InsightSquared

MARCH 20, 2019

In the 5+ years I’ve spent meeting modern sales leaders and working with SDRs within our network, I’ve learned from the front lines of 200+ SDR and sales teams about what’s really going on within the SDR function and how it could impact the role in the future. Providing relevant information that stands out. Prospecting.

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Hubspot Sales

MARCH 23, 2020

Relationship-building is one of the most important competencies a successful sales professional can have. While establishing new contacts at trade shows and conferences is a great way to hone in your networking skills, don’t forget there are accessible tools that allow you to connect with other professionals from where you are.

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Jonathan Farrington

JULY 18, 2013

I was chatting to a good pal towards the end of last year and we were discussing the characteristics of effective networkers – and let’s face it, we all need to be effective with our networking activities these days, don’t we? Give out information and usually you will receive a lot back in return.

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Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 31, 2018

I’ve seen some incredible changes, and I can say without a doubt that right now is the best time to invest in a sales career. Sales is fun, critically important to scaling businesses, financially lucrative, and intellectually stimulating. 18 Outdated Sales Tactics to Kick to the Curb in 2018. The first thing you need to do?

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Vengreso

JANUARY 18, 2022

With digital selling taking over traditional sales methodologies, there has never been a more exciting time to be in sales. Leveraging technology, social selling, and sales prospecting tools has ushered in a new era for anyone wishing to pursue a career as a sales rep. What is Sales Prospecting?

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InsideSales.com

JUNE 30, 2021

Silicon Slopes, Utah, June 15, 2021—XANT, the leading enterprise Sales Engagement Platform has announced an ongoing strategic partnership agreement with EXL, a leading operations management and analytics company. Data, analytics, and AI capabilities have become integral for success in the sales and marketing space. About XANT.

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Hubspot Sales

MAY 4, 2020

spent over three and a half hours on their smartphone each day, with half of that time spent engaging on social media networks. Not only has personal social media usage been on the rise, but professional social media usage has become more prevalent as well — and the field of sales is no exception. Customer Engagement Statistics.

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SalesHandy

JULY 5, 2021

This drives down the conversions on these channels, and makes it difficult for lead generation and sales functions to keep up. Social selling isn’t a completely new concept in B2B sales – it’s been around since social platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter exist. 7 Steps to adopt social selling in B2B sales.

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Score More Sales

MARCH 25, 2014

Many who work for companies – especially mid-sized ones selling to other businesses – get stuck in doing the same old things year after year to build sales. to help entrepreneurs grow sales to ultimately grow their businesses. Influence is based on trust and information. She helped spearhead social selling at Oracle.

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SalesHandy

JULY 7, 2021

You might be new to SaaS products, or even been doing it for awhile – SaaS Sales aren’t easy. Figuring out how to generate sales for SaaS products might seem like a pretty daunting task. What SaaS sales is all about, and how do you go about selling your SaaS to qualified leads? What is SaaS Sales?

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SalesHandy

JULY 15, 2018

After spending around 70+ hours on LinkedIn, observing & analyzing hundreds of profiles of Sales Influencers or Sales Gurus we have mindfully put together the list of 20+ Sales LinkedIn Influencers/Gurus that you must follow in 2018. CEO at Sales Gravy | Author | Keynote Speaker | Sales Acceleration Specialist.

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Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 24, 2020

The landscape of sales has shifted radically over the past decade or so. While phone calls, meetings, and other familiar sales staples still have a place in the field, digital sales tactics — techniques conducted through virtual channels — have emerged and started taking up some serious space. Leverage social media.

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CloserIQ

JANUARY 24, 2019

But the truth is that some boards are more useful than others when it comes to sales jobs. AngelList is also a great source of information on startup news, including investments, acquisitions, and other relevant info that’s important to know before walking into an interview. Job boards are a great place to find out about job openings.

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Allego

JANUARY 24, 2019

Alex Mackenzie is Director of Sales at Allego. By attending, you’ll get to network with some great folks who can advance your career, hear some really inspirational keynotes, participate in informative sessions, and learn how to sell better and drive more revenue. Top 5 Sales Events in 2019. We hope to see you there!

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SBI Growth

AUGUST 14, 2013

It’s getting harder for your sales reps to get at bats these days. As a result, your sales team is missing out on revenue opportunities. Competitors are beating your sales team consistently. Think about the last 3 meetings you took with a sales rep. Your sales team needs the ability to sell this way.

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The Sales Hunter

JANUARY 3, 2012

Mark’s Insights on SALES MOTIVATION. Sales Articles. Sales Motivation. Phone Sales Tips. Sales Development. Sales Call Best Practices. Sales Call Best Practices. Networking. Retail Sales Trends. Copyright 2012, Mark Hunter “The Sales Hunter.” networking.

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LeadFuze

AUGUST 12, 2021

The Best Sales Podcasts for You This 2021. The ability to listen to an almost inexhaustible supply of training, case studies, and applicable tips via sales podcasts shouldn’t be taken for granted. From individual sales reps to Founders, there are so many great “shows” to help you become better at your job.

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Score More Sales

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Sometimes I accept a connect request on LinkedIn with people I don’t know but others in my network do. Busy professionals only want to speak with other professionals, not sales reps. Learn about ME first before you dump your product information on the table. www.tomfishburne.com used with permission. Expand Your Pipeline.

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Bernadette McClelland

JANUARY 15, 2017

Very much like the sales profession. On my return home, I was asked to prepare for an interview and one of the questions was whether I had seen any changes over the past few years in the B2B sales space and if so, what were those changes? Although I’m not sure selling, per se, has changed!

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HeavyHitter Sales

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

  Here’s a great event you don’t want to miss… I’m excited to be participating in the ELEVATE VIRTUAL SALES KICKOFF MEETING!   Velocify, the leading sales acceleration platform provider announced its inaugural virtual sales kickoff,  ELEVATE , co-sponsored by the American Association of Inside Sales Professionals (AA-ISP).

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No More Cold Calling

JANUARY 24, 2019

percent of sales reps made quota last year. Cold calling doesn’t address the top two challenges that sales teams face. That means sales reps spend a lot of time on the phone, getting absolutely nowhere. No wonder quota attainment and qualified lead generation continue to be problems for most sales organizations.

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