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2 Enemies of Improved Sales Management: Inertia and Gravity

Sales and Marketing Management

Author: Michelle Vazzana, CEO, Vantage Point Performance Frontline sales managers have a difficult job. In fact, we think they have the hardest job in any sales organization. Despite the varied and intense demands put on sales managers, they are given relatively little guidance or training on how to actually do their job.

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When it comes to your sales pipeline, less is more

Selling Essentials RapidLearning Center

The more prospects you have in your pipeline, the more sales you’ll eventually make. Yet research from a leading sales consultancy demonstrates that this simple statement of “fact” is anything but. Truth is, full-to-bursting pipelines don’t necessarily lead to more sales.

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When it comes to your sales pipeline, less is more

Selling Essentials RapidLearning Center

The more prospects you have in your pipeline, the more sales you’ll eventually make. Yet research from a leading sales consultancy demonstrates that this simple statement of “fact” is anything but. Truth is, full-to-bursting pipelines don’t necessarily lead to more sales.

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Challenges of Creating an Effective Sales Pipeline

MarketJoy

Why is creating an effective sales pipeline a nightmare for some businesses? After you read this short article, you will have a full understanding of how to build a robust sales pipeline. A sales pipeline plays an important role in any successful business. Is it as daunting as some people make it out to be?

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7 Must-Have Automated Documents for Sales Success

Learn why automating your documents is key to sales success. Companies are increasingly implementing technology to bring efficiency to their workforce. Data accessibility aside, teams continuously struggle with manual processes for document generation.

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How to Conduct a Pipeline Review

Janek Performance Group

For many sales reps, pipeline reviews are like meatloaf. However, with the right approach, a pipeline review is an opportunity. In addition to deal coaching and forecasting, managers should challenge reps to know their deals and develop plans to close them. As with much of sales, pipeline reviews should be routine.

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The Fundamentals of Sales Pipeline Management

LeadFuze

Six Best Practices in Sales Pipeline Management to Boost Revenue. The most important thing in sales is a strong pipeline. Sales reps need to be organized and focused in order to sell. That’s why mastering the sales pipeline is so important. Sales Pipeline Definition.