Understanding the Customer Buying Motives
Anthony Cole Training
JUNE 24, 2022
Knowing and understanding your prospect's buying motives allows you to make better decisions on whether to engage and pursue a potential sales opportunity.
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Anthony Cole Training
JUNE 24, 2022
Knowing and understanding your prospect's buying motives allows you to make better decisions on whether to engage and pursue a potential sales opportunity.
Understanding the Sales Force
JUNE 20, 2023
Last week, I wrote about how the criteria you use to choose your all-time favorite songs is essentially the same as the criteria your prospects use to choose between you and a competitor. Today, I am continuing the music analogy, but this time, as it relates to motivational tools. But if not music, what else has the power to motivate?
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The Pipeline
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
While they do help create focus, especially across large swaths of data and opportunities, they also have limitations. Especially in how they may limit or prevent us from understanding and winning any given individual opportunity. Let’s not confuse pipeline trends with individual opportunities. Leads to Questions.
The Sales Hunter
MARCH 24, 2019
View every problem as an opportunity. You have an opportunity to demonstrate leadership. Sales Motivation Blog. Mark Hunter is the author of High-Profit Prospecting: Powerful Strategies to Find the Best Leads and Drive Breakthrough Sales Results. Will you choose to lead in the next problem that you face?
Sales and Marketing Management
APRIL 1, 2019
Sure, they keep the sales rolling in, but they also play a key role in keeping your entire team motivated. However, those top salespeople aren’t robots – they go through burnouts and times where they just need an extra boost of motivation, themselves. The question is, how can you keep them motivated to perform at their best?
Sales and Marketing Management
JULY 24, 2020
Here’s how to inspire your millennial and Gen Z sales reps using mission-driven prospecting gifts and employee recognition. Boost Sales Enablement with a Meaningful Prospecting Gift. A great mailer can spark delight and organic interest from a prospect. Engage Both Your Employees and Your Prospects Through Gifting.
Sales and Marketing Management
JUNE 8, 2020
Here’s how to inspire your millennial and Gen Z sales reps using mission-driven prospecting gifts and employee recognition. Boost Sales Enablement with a Meaningful Prospecting Gift. A great mailer can spark delight and organic interest from a prospect. Engage Both Your Employees and Your Prospects through Gifting.
Lead411
MARCH 7, 2024
7 Sales Quotes to Help Motivate your Day In the thrilling universe of B2B sales, where charm battles objections and wit engages prospects, a touch of motivation and humor can turn a cold call into a warm lead. In B2B sales, every challenge is an opportunity in disguise. Many businesses rely on.
Pipeliner
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
So, the prospect of winning a big Q4 deal is alluring, isn’t it? But now with the selling sand running low in the 2023 hourglass, shifting your focus to a large pursuit brings huge opportunity costs. As such, you must make sensible decisions about which opportunities to pursue as you head for the finish line. Of course, Dec.
Janek Performance Group
JANUARY 19, 2022
In this article, we outline six tips to motivate your sales team and increase performance, today and in the future. Understanding each member of your sales team can identify how to motivate them based on their personalities and preferences. It is important for leaders at all levels to recognize what motivates their employees.
Smooth Sale
MARCH 21, 2022
Attract The Right Job Or Clientele: Do You Qualify Opportunities Methodically? Most sales professionals do not want to waste time, so they fail to qualify opportunities methodically. However, reflecting upon the person or the company behind the opportunity can bring a new dimension to the proposal. Photo by Mary1826 Via Pixabay.
Janek Performance Group
APRIL 10, 2024
In the competitive landscape of B2B sales, effectively qualifying prospects is paramount. There, we looked at key indicators to assess before passing prospects to sales. Now, we’ll go further and explore strategies and best practices for improving prospect qualification. And, if so, is the prospect worth your time and effort?
The Sales Hunter
JULY 1, 2019
Prospecting does not have to be painful nor does it have to be as hard as you think. Sales and prospecting is not a slimy or ugly activity like some people describe it. I count prospecting and sales as an honor. When you prospect with integrity, you’ll gain customers who have integrity. Sales Motivation Blog.
Sales and Marketing Management
JULY 20, 2017
So recent developments in the field of psychology that point to intrinsic motivations as the key to peak creativity and performance could help sales professionals. First it’s important to understand what motivations are and how they work. Extrinsic motivations are about what others want from you and can undermine your performance.
The Sales Hunter
JULY 30, 2019
Ask salespeople what their number one issue is and you’ll probably hear, “getting good prospects.” So what does it take to successfully prospect? Have a dedicated time on your calendar to prospect. The most successful salespeople are those who commit their time to prospect and stick to it. Qualify quickly.
The Sales Hunter
FEBRUARY 27, 2012
Mark’s Insights on SALES MOTIVATION. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Sales Motivation. 7 Sales Prospecting Ideas That Work. Here’s a list of 7 sales prospecting ideas you can use right now: 1. Give away prospects to others. prospecting.
Sales and Marketing Management
DECEMBER 13, 2019
While year-end may pose some challenges, it can also create real opportunities. Below are four tips for motivating your sales teams to drive sales and close deals in the final weeks of the year. Below are four tips for motivating your sales teams to drive sales and close deals in the final weeks of the year.
Zoominfo
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Learn what sales prospecting is, and how business development professionals can go to market using outreach strategies that deliver business results. What is Sales Prospecting? The ultimate goal is to guide your prospects through the sales funnel until they eventually make a purchase. How to Prospect: Step by Step.
The Sales Hunter
NOVEMBER 26, 2011
Mark’s Insights on SALES MOTIVATION. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Sales Motivation. Why You Should Prospect During the Holidays. Yes, you can do sales prospecting during the holidays. Step one when prospecting is to tap into your referral list.
The Sales Hunter
NOVEMBER 19, 2017
Now is a great time to prospect and create relationships that will pay off with great opportunities in the new year. NOW is the ideal time to speed up, not slow down, in your prospecting efforts. Check out the video to see what I mean: A coach can help you excel in your sales […].
Hubspot Sales
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Yet, it can actually give us a better understanding of our prospects, making that human connection stronger. Here, I spoke with top sales leaders to learn how to AI to better understand your prospects, lead more effective conversations, and drive more results. How AI Can Help You Better Understand Your Prospects 1.
The Sales Hunter
AUGUST 4, 2014
This is a perfect opportunity for you to prospect and build relationships with their customers. Let’s be motivated and proactive! Ultimately, you could be scoring some sales while your competitors are taking time off. Check out my latest video to […].
The Pipeline
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Much like the ponies, timing in prospecting is a mug’s game. I remember watching a group of investors who seemed comfortable discussing their view of prospecting success. Couple that with the obsession on quarterly results leads to the short-sightedness of many sales organizations’ approaches to prospecting and pipeline management.
The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
We cannot forget that not all prospects are created equal. Some prospects are actually not prospects at all, they’re just suspects in disguise. Everybody in sales cannot find enough time to prospect. If we’re already challenged for time, shouldn’t we focus our time on the best opportunities?
The Sales Hunter
OCTOBER 6, 2019
When you help others see opportunities, it’s amazing what you’ll do for them and for yourself! Sales Motivation Blog. Mark Hunter is the author of High-Profit Prospecting: Powerful Strategies to Find the Best Leads and Drive Breakthrough Sales Result. That is where your focus should be.
The Sales Hunter
DECEMBER 22, 2014
If you are working, don’t slow down on your prospecting. View this time as an opportunity to connect with people who you otherwise would have difficulty reaching at other […]. Blog Professional Selling Skills Prospecting Sales Motivation prospect prospecting sales motivation video sales prospect'
Mr. Inside Sales
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
How good are you at requalify existing accounts, or prospects you haven’t spoken with in a while? And that means that just because a prospect or client was in charge of a certain function last month or 6 months ago, it doesn’t mean they are in charge of it today. And why would you even want to do this? into requalifying.
Sales Gravy
JANUARY 8, 2024
In the latest episode of the Sales Gravy podcast, we had the privilege of diving deep into the world of prospecting and sales with Kristin Andree from the Andree Group. This episode is a blend of practical advice, innovative techniques, and motivational insights that can transform your approach to sales and client relationships.
The Sales Hunter
JANUARY 26, 2014
Don’t let customers and prospects say, “Let’s wait and see how the year develops.” Because if you don’t, you may be missing out on business that you may not get another opportunity to get. I Want to be Motivated Every Monday Morning! ” Sales Motivation Blog. ” No!
The Sales Hunter
JULY 21, 2014
Everyday we have the opportunity to influence those around us. As salespeople, we are in a tremendous position to impact our customers, prospects and colleagues. Blog Communication Skills Sales Motivation sales motivation' More importantly, are you going to be a positive or negative influence?
The Sales Hunter
JANUARY 3, 2012
Mark’s Insights on SALES MOTIVATION. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Sales Motivation. 5 Secrets to Get Better Prospecting Leads. There are 5 secrets used by top-performing salespeople to get better prospecting leads. Mark’s Insights on PRICING.
Steven Rosen
MARCH 12, 2024
They emphasize the significance of face-to-face meetings in the sales process and provide insights on how sales leaders can set expectations and motivate their teams to prioritize in-person interactions. Salespeople should use opportunities to meet with multiple decision-makers and stakeholders in client organizations.
Janek Performance Group
AUGUST 15, 2022
“We don’t have problems, we have opportunities.” That’s a line many sales leaders like to repeat as a form of motivation to their sales team. But before a problem can become an opportunity, you’ll need to find or create a solution to the problem. Look at it this way–solving problems create opportunities.
Smooth Sale
MAY 25, 2022
Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Improving Your Business Prospects One Step At A Time. Our collaborative blog provides insights for ‘Improving your business’ prospects one step at a time.’. Specifically, looking at how you can hope plus take action for improving your business’ prospects one step at a time. _.
The Sales Hunter
JANUARY 6, 2012
Mark’s Insights on SALES MOTIVATION. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Mark’s Insights on PROSPECTING. Sales Motivation. January is “Prospecting for Sales Month” Jan 06, 2012. I bet you didn’t know January is “Prospecting for Sales Month.” FREE Resources.
The Sales Hunter
JUNE 17, 2013
Your sales motivation is depending on this kind of attitude. Approach it with the same open eyes and open ears, and be on the prowl for those new opportunities and the excitement that awaits. ” Sales Motivation Blog. Blog Sales Motivation sales motivation' Go ahead…do it! Let’s have fun this week.
The Sales Hunter
FEBRUARY 9, 2014
Use the Olympics as one more opportunity to engage your customer or prospect in a conversation. You may be surprised to discover that your prospect or customer is quite interested in one of the sports. For more on this, see your below motivation video: And if you want more videos like this, go to this page: YES!
The Sales Hunter
MARCH 13, 2017
I challenge you this week to not view “no” as a dead end, but rather as an opportunity to come back at a later time to engage again with the customer or prospect. “No” is never permanent. When you hear “no” from a customer, what does it do to you? EMBRACE this attitude and you […].
Zoominfo
APRIL 8, 2021
Sales methodologies like BANT — shorthand for budget, authority, need, timeframe — can help reps identify business opportunities at the outset of the sales process. However, when used at the wrong time and the wrong way — like checking off BANT criteria while talking to a prospect — reps lose ground qualifying prospective customers.
The Sales Hunter
JUNE 4, 2019
Is prospecting a four-letter word in your mind? If you had to choose between prospecting and having a root canal, which would you choose? Maybe you wouldn’t choose the root canal; however, you certainly would rather have a cavity filled than have to prospect. I bet prospecting would be on the list too if everyone had to do it.
The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Effective prospecting can be summed up in three words. I refer to them as the 3 traits you need to have if you want to be successful at prospecting. Persistence means prospecting when you don’t want to or when you’d rather be doing easier, more enjoyable things. Don’t say it’s ok, because you only use email to prospect.
SBI Growth
SEPTEMBER 12, 2012
As a sales rep, you need to tell the difference between opportunities that are just interested from those that intend to buy. You’ll get three questions to ask about your opportunities to quickly identify those that intend to buy so you can close more business. They free reps to work opportunities that have moved toward buying intent.
The Sales Hunter
JUNE 25, 2019
This doesn’t just apply to prospecting but everything you do. Prospecting is already a tough task; it’s only made tougher when you fail to prepare. Below are 10 steps you need to follow to ensure you’re prepared to prospect. Focus on prospecting with the people who align closest to your perfect customer.
Hubspot Sales
JUNE 29, 2020
But is money the ultimate motivator for salespeople? Let’s discuss what it means to be money motivated, and if financial incentives are truly the best way to foster an engaged, motivated sales team. Money Motivated. If money were the only way to keep employees motivated and engaged, many companies may struggle to keep up.
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