Anne Miller

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It’s a complex issue with technical, political, legal and ethical ramifications. Complexity Simplified Yet political scientist Ian Bremmer managed to boil the regulatory issue down to a single compelling analogy that everyone can understand. Those who disagree see social media firms more as utilities that need regulatory guardrails.

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The Pipeline

MARCH 30, 2021

Settling for good enough may not lead to expectations being exceeded, but they often don’t fail to meet expectations. There is an allure for many in B2B sales to the “complex sale.” Many confusing a lot of moving parts for complexity. It is more a question of attention span than complexity. By Tibor Shanto.

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Steven Rosen

JANUARY 28, 2024

She delves into the significance of collaboration with both customers and internal teams, emphasizing the need for trust and effective communication. She also highlights the role of executives and managers in fostering collaboration and the potential costs of not prioritizing teamwork. She states, “Selling is a team sport.

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Partners in Excellence

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Thinking of sellers chained to their desks, constantly on Zoom, telephone, or other meetings. There are review meetings-ideally to help improve their selling performance. There are meetings to develop and execute strategies to respond to specific customer and prospect issues. What about the endless internal meetings we have?

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Partners in Excellence

APRIL 9, 2024

It’s trite to say we live in worlds of growing complexity. We tend to make things more complex or more difficult than they need be. Help make sure your customer (or your people) are as prepared for what you would like to accomplish in your meeting as you are. The rates of change and disruption seem to be accelerating.

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Steven Rosen

DECEMBER 3, 2023

4- Handling Pressure: Just as athletes face high-pressure situations in competitions, sales leaders encounter stress in meeting targets, managing teams, and navigating complex business environments. Sales leaders, too, can thrive under a coach’s accountability, keeping them on track toward their goals and aspirations.

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Allego

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

How Brexit Has Impacted UK Sales Teams Since going into effect, Brexit has raised three areas of concern for UK sales teams: New Regulations to Navigate: With the UK stepping outside the EU’s regulatory framework, sales teams had to quickly adjust to new trade laws and customs, turning each sale into a journey through complex bureaucracy.

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SocialSellinator

JULY 30, 2023

In the modern era, where technology is an integral part of our lives, businesses must adapt and evolve to meet the demands of the dynamic digital landscape. One way that businesses are ensuring their continued growth and success is by partnering with branding and digital marketing agencies.

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The Center for Sales Strategy

MAY 1, 2023

The complex demands often result in burnout as leaders attempt to juggle competing priorities while meeting deadlines and preparing for upcoming tasks. As the second quarter continues to move in quickly, sales managers and business leaders may feel pressured to balance their short-term goals with long-term initiatives.

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Partners in Excellence

MARCH 4, 2024

One of my most important meetings is our monthly conversation, “Trying To Solve The Selling Problems Of The World.” For me, sales meet all the passions, ambitions, loves, dreams, values, fears, hopes… This is a profession that motivates me and allows me to grow, sales are my great love. This is a stunning article!

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Janek Performance Group

JANUARY 16, 2024

However, the types of sales compensation plans can be more complex than for other professions. It can also encourage sales representatives to prioritize ethical selling practices over aggressive tactics which are often applied to meet short-term targets. With any job, a primary consideration is compensation.

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Janek Performance Group

APRIL 17, 2024

Here, we’ll explore the role of BDRs, the pros and cons, and best practices to utilize them effectively: The Role of BDRs Typically, BDR is an entry-level position in larger, more complex sales organizations. Pressured to meet quotas, BDRs may experience burnout or resort to overly aggressive tactics.

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Partners in Excellence

MARCH 9, 2024

Unfortunately the complexity of the hybrid module got out of scope and we couldn’t produce it. Let’s move to 1997 and a meeting in Cleveland with Joe Keithley, then CEO & President of Keithley Instruments. We talked about his visits to Europe and his dissatisfaction with his meetings with local Keithley management.

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Pipeliner

JANUARY 2, 2024

Are you tired of complex sales processes that overwhelm both you and your potential customers? Regardless of complexity, the salesperson’s role is to simplify the path for customers. Bob shares an insightful anecdote about actively listening to understand customer needs during a lunch meeting.

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Because of the intricacies involved in this process, enterprise deals are referred to as complex sales. Complex sales are most common in B2B sales environments. Overall, a complex sale is marked by three key elements: higher perceived risk resulting from higher price points, a longer sales cycle (6+ months), and multiple stakeholders.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

To ensure we were meeting the challenges posed by this rapid global growth, ZoomInfo connected with many of our largest customers to learn more about their needs and plans. As companies in highly competitive industries look for new vectors to drive efficient and sustained growth, they’re increasingly turning to global markets.

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Canidium

MARCH 25, 2024

Implementing PriceFX can be complex, with challenges ranging from operational disruptions to cost management. Customization and Configuration : Organizations may need time to customize and configure the software to meet their specific needs, which can be done more effectively in a phased approach.

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Anne Miller

JULY 15, 2023

First: Simplify Complexity The new feature in question was a highly technical enhancement to an IT security product that automated a previous manual-only capability. Fast forward to modern times: Steve Jobs didn’t excite buyers with a technical description of the Apple iPod. What metaphors or analogies can help you Simplify complexity?

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The Spiff Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The MEDDIC sales framework is far more complex than BANT, as its purpose is to not only highlight the basics of sales readiness but also the human and technical nuances of the modern buyer’s journey. We explain the pros and cons of each and offer advice on how to choose the right qualification framework for your business. Let’s get into it!

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Pipeliner

DECEMBER 18, 2023

However, middleware only connects basic functionality and sometimes does not take into account complexities such as custom fields or custom entities. Therefore, if a company wants to connect Pipeliner CRM to a complex solution, an iPaaS solution may only be able to meet some of their needs. Larger organizations run even more.

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Gong.io

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In this article, we’ll explain complex sales and how they differ from traditional sales. We’ll also describe each stage of the complex sales cycle and provide actionable insights for them. What is a complex sale? . A complex or enterprise sale is a high-value deal that involves multiple decision-makers and a lengthy process.

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Partners in Excellence

MARCH 6, 2024

When I was twelve, someone told me that if I knocked on every door in my apartment complex and each of the ones on each side, people would give me money. Not knowing any better, when I had nothing to do, I called companies and asked for a meeting. I asked every person that answered the door.

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Janek Performance Group

APRIL 10, 2024

Have they agreed to follow-up meetings with sellers? This makes qualification essential to drive revenue growth, optimize resource allocation, and foster long-term customer relationships. However, many B2B sales teams struggle with inefficient qualification processes. 67% of lost sales result from improper qualification.

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BuzzBoard

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

When implementing B2SMB strategies, companies must tailor their approach to meet the specific needs of SMEs. Complexity vs. Simplicity: B2B transactions are often intricate, involving multiple stakeholders and intricate procurement procedures. What Is B2B?

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Partners in Excellence

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Systems are complex, imagine our organization’s “system,” working with a complex set of customer systems, supplier systems, investor, and so forth. This complexity makes it very challenging for us to think about. There’s the old children’s song, “The Skeleton Dance.” How do we do this?

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SalesFuel

MARCH 7, 2024

Your tailored solutions will ensure that your partner receives precise levels of support to meet their specific business objectives. Be Proactive in Monitoring and Management The increasing complexity of IT environments and cybersecurity threats require greater vigilance.

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Partners in Excellence

MARCH 4, 2024

As I navigated the complexities of building a business, I found myself intrigued by the inner workings of other industries. It wasn’t just about the machines; it was about the possibilities they unlocked for people’s businesses, rather it is a complex production line or a small industrial workshop.

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Partners in Excellence

JANUARY 26, 2021

In the past 10 years, we’ve done everything we can to take the “human” out of complex B2B selling. We move them from one step to the next, not taking the time to recognize these are people dealing with very complex issues. Sales growth has become a “predictable” math equation. We Get Sales Math Wrong!

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Sales Hacker

JANUARY 23, 2023

Complexity bias — our tendency to value complexity over simplicity — is part of being human. Complexity bias vs. Occam’s razor I’ll start by explaining two fundamental, oppositional principles: complexity bias and Occam’s razor. That’s complexity bias at work. Blame it on your complexity bias.

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SalesLoft

AUGUST 19, 2022

An engagement strategy will help you manage these complex moments throughout the customer lifecycle. When each moment is complex and there are dozens of moments to strategize, you might need to visualize the process. Download this list of questions to keep you focused during these meetings. What is an Engagement Strategy?

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Partners in Excellence

APRIL 8, 2024

Shari and I first met at a meeting of “sales thought leaders.” I learned that people are complex, that everyone has a story, and if you become curious, they reveal their secrets, hopes, and fears, making you feel less alone. Piety and nobility are something you practice every single day with everyone you meet.

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Partners in Excellence

APRIL 2, 2022

We know that most complex B2B buying is a consensus process. It’s somewhere in the “mid-teens” for large complex buying decisions. We have done everything we should have done, we have created great value with each person on the buying team, And the buying team meets to make a decision, to arrive at consensus.

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Anthony Iannarino

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

I wrote a book on how to close complex B2B sales titled The Lost Art of Closing: Winning the 10 Commitments That Drive Sales. Meeting: The first thing you are going to need to win an opportunity is to create one. Meeting: The first thing you are going to need to win an opportunity is to create one. No more pushy sales tactics.

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Partners in Excellence

APRIL 26, 2023

What really differentiates sellers in helping customers in complex B2B buying processes? Possibly a little, but in reality, when the customer develops a short list of alternatives, any of the solutions can meet their needs. What sets sellers apart in complex B2B buying? Is it the products they represent? Win rates skyrocket!

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The Spiff Blog

MAY 18, 2023

While there isn’t a singular “right” answer to this question, we can point to a few factors that make commission management complex, difficult, and time-consuming– no matter how it’s done. Complicated Team Dynamics Sales teams, particularly those at hyper-growth organizations, startups , and enterprise-level businesses, are complex.

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PandaDoc

JANUARY 25, 2024

However, significant growth comes with increased complexity. Product configuration is complex Another challenge facing sales teams is the increasing complexity of customers’ needs. Today’s customers expect a wide variety of choices to meet very specific needs. If your sales team is expanding, that’s great! Try PandaDoc 2.

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