The Pipeline

JUNE 22, 2020

One blur is the line between who is a buyer and who is a prospect. Assuming buyers and prospects are the same and the words interchangeable perhaps explains the output numbers year after year. You need to accept that prospects are not buyers, which is a good thing for us. Prospects are entirely different than buyers.

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MTD Sales Training

AUGUST 27, 2019

The presentation is going well, the customer is appreciating all our demonstrations, your ideas are being well-received…. I had this situation when I was presenting to a prospective client a few years ago, and it wasn’t funny. Some small talk followed, and I admit to being very embarrassed for myself and the prospect’s team.

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The Pipeline

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

From the time of the first salesperson, sales leaders have been trying to figure out how to get their teams to prospect. In a recent survey, 42% of sales and corporate leaders identified prospecting as a skills gap in their organizations. How do sales leaders create and balance the core element of a fine-tunes prospecting machine?

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Julie Hanson

JANUARY 15, 2024

Every time I read an article about virtual presentation mistakes, I roll my eyes. But those are the same mistakes sellers make with in-person presentations. What is rarely discussed are those surprising virtual presentation fails exclusive to presenting in an online world. And they’re hiding in plain sight!

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MTD Sales Training

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

You’ve been there before; ten minutes into the sales interaction, the prospect is demanding to know the price. You do what you can to avoid divulging the price prematurely, but the prospect insists. Mr Prospect, do you normally make decisions before you acquire all of the necessary information?” Prospect: “Uh?

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Mr. Inside Sales

AUGUST 21, 2022

He was making one crucial error that was leading to him not getting very far with prospects. I want to share with you what this common prospecting error is and how to immediately fix it. I told the rep the problem was that he wasn’t making any connection in the beginning and wasn’t allowing his prospect to engage with him at all.

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Julie Hanson

JANUARY 25, 2021

Looking for the secret to an engaging virtual presentation?! While your virtual presentation doesn’t have to be worthy of an Oscar’s nod, it does pay to use these movie secrets for an engaging virtual presentation that stands out from the competition. 3 movie secrets for an engaging virtual presentation. Cut to the chase.

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Mr. Inside Sales

MARCH 12, 2022

Congrats to those companies & individuals who sent in their prospecting scripts for review. BTW: If you or your team needs other proven techniques to connect with and sell more decision makers, consider my On-Demand Training. ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS! Instant access = Instant results! See it here.

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Mr. Inside Sales

MARCH 8, 2020

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MTD Sales Training

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

One of those things that often goes by the wayside is proper and complete preparation for a sales presentation. Because so many other things are pressing us for attention, we sometimes feel that we don’t have to give preparation for our presentations that much time. 5) You’ll make the prospect feel they are important in your eyes.

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Mr. Inside Sales

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

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Mr. Inside Sales

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The Presentation”. “In And he had this practical advice about sales presentations. If you’re not a ‘natural salesman,’ a sales presentation can be a nerve-racking experience, unless you learn to worry more about the customer’s needs than your own. Quotes on the presentation: “Never forget a customer. In 1914, Thomas J.

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Mr. Inside Sales

AUGUST 7, 2020

This week, I listened to a closing call from one of their reps, and here is how the prospect opened the call: Prospect: “Let me just tell you upfront that we’re looking at a lot of different options right now of which yours is just one…”. Here’s what I teach: Prospects have all the answers. Take what a prospect gives you.

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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?

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SMEI

MARCH 3, 2022

Sales presentations can be a make-or-break moment for any sales organization. Crafting the perfect presentation takes skill, practice, and knowledge of what your audience wants to hear. This is the foundation of your sales presentation outline and should be front and center. Focus on the benefits in your sales presentation.

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Mr. Inside Sales

MARCH 17, 2024

What’s the number one blow off prospects use these days? Not only is it hard to get prospects back on the phone, when you do, you usually lead off with the ineffective opening line of: “Did you have a chance to review that email I sent you?” And then when a prospect blows you off with, “Can you email that to me?”

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MTD Sales Training

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

We all know the benefits of using quality questions in uncovering the current position our prospects are in. One question that, when answered, would help you build value in your presentation and enable you to overcome most objections. So, what’s the one question that will uncover your prospect’s REAL needs and wants?

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Mr. Inside Sales

MAY 1, 2019

Better training = more sales. Starting on Tuesday, May 21 st , we’re launching our powerful, 7-week Online Inside Sales Training! This training will literally change your company and your life. Here’s why: This is the best, award winning inside sales training you can get—anywhere! And, this training is affordable!

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Carew International

JUNE 3, 2021

Making effective and impactful sales presentations can make or break an opportunity with a client or prospect. When the stakes are high, and the competition for the business is heated, preparing and planning the key elements of your presentation is essential. Those who do are the presentation superstars we all envy.

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Mr. Inside Sales

JANUARY 19, 2024

Now ask questions, try to engage, and take your prospect as far as they’ll let you! You see, the value of having a proven response in your back pocket is that it allows you to move past a prospect’s initial resistance. ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS! [Now take it down, and then move into qualifying!]

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Mr. Inside Sales

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The reason this is such a common objection is because your prospects have figured out it’s the best way to get sales reps to drop their price! Then remain completely quiet and let your prospect tell you what the REAL objection is!] ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS! In this case, “Your Price is Too High.” And most do!

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Mr. Inside Sales

MAY 11, 2019

If yes, then do what I did: Get the best training you can and use what you learn. Enroll yourself or your team in next week’s 7-week online training program. Here’s an example of a training tip that you’ll learn, and that I used, to handle a frustrating objection I used to get all the time: “The price is outside of our budget.”.

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MTD Sales Training

MAY 20, 2019

The post A new way to present solutions to a prospect,getting rid of negative emotions & a quote from Steven Covey appeared first on MTD Sales Training. Click on the link below for the podcast where you can also download/subscribe via iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher and Acast.

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SalesFuel

MARCH 19, 2024

Organizations spend billions on B2B sales training every year. Despite the heavy investment in training, some businesses won’t benefit as much as they should. What The B2B Sales Training Program Should Include The average organization spends $1,200 a year on professional development per employee.

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MTD Sales Training

JANUARY 13, 2012

I ask sales people if they routinely practice their presentation and often I get the response, “Oh, I have been doing this for years. Or, “I’ve done this presentation so many times, I can do it in my sleep.”. Below are a few tips on practicing your sales presentation to get it perfect and to keep it that way! I got it.”

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Highspot

JANUARY 9, 2024

This makes B2B sales training more important than ever. A well-designed program, paired with a robust training software , will empower your sales reps with the knowledge they need to deliver value and close more deals. What Is B2B Sales Training? Each stage requires specific selling skills to satisfy prospect needs.

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Understanding the Sales Force

MARCH 20, 2024

Similarly, many prospects are also non-believers in your product or service. As I read and learned about the author’s methods for uncovering the truth, or proof, I felt that salespeople could learn a lot about proof of concept, presenting facts, backing up claims, return on investment, and offering credible testimonials.

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The Pipeline

JANUARY 22, 2019

People will tell you that the number one reason sellers do not like to prospect, specifically telephone prospecting, is rejection. Look at it as an opportunity to educate the prospect or correct a misunderstanding they have, or highlight a blind spot they hadn’t considered. By Tibor Shanto. Best Defence Is a Good Offence.

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Mr. Inside Sales

OCTOBER 30, 2023

If you want more “treats” than “tricks” when dealing with prospects, then be bold and call back sooner than you are now. I don’t know why sales reps always default to: “I’ll call you again in a month…” Or 60 days or 90 days, etc, but why would you want to miss all the sales this prospect will place in the meantime?

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Julie Hanson

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Though unlike the nervous salesperson silently sitting in front of their computer awaiting their doom, the well-trained actor knows that sitting still before a performance spells disaster – natural nervous energy quickly turns to tension when the body has no way to release it. What is the prospect looking for? Focus on your intention.

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MTD Sales Training

JULY 21, 2015

When salespeople present their solutions to prospects, they seldom see the whole picture. What I mean by this is that many salespeople see their product or service and present it from their own. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].

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Mr. Inside Sales

JUNE 6, 2020

What’s the biggest mistake sales reps make with prospecting or cold calling? Your prospecting will go a lot better if you do! Cold calling mistake #2: Don’t pitch your prospect—yet. and allow your prospect to engage with you. ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS! How do you avoid that? How do you avoid that?

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Mr. Inside Sales

APRIL 30, 2023

Problem: Salespeople talk too much when they finally get a prospect on the phone. They talk over their prospects and generally learn very little about what it takes to close a sale. Then hit MUTE again and listen as your prospect reveals more. ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS! Like you’re really curious.

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Mr. Inside Sales

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Because of this, it fools many sales reps who think that perhaps after a week or two the prospect might actually buy. Like my suggestions from the last two weeks, try this the next time you get this objection, and see if you can have an open, honest discussion with your prospect. ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS!

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Anthony Cole Training

MARCH 15, 2024

The first is when you’re trying to secure someone’s time during prospecting, attempting to schedule a meeting on their calendar and obtain a few minutes of their attention. The second occurs when you are delivering a presentation and seeking a commitment or decision.

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Smooth Sale

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Photo by GDJ Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: How to Simplify the Appointment Process for Prospective Clients Successful selling requires a meeting of the minds between the buyer and the seller. Numerous platforms empower prospective clients to choose meeting times based on their availability.

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Mr. Inside Sales

APRIL 14, 2024

ON DEMAND SALES TRAINING THAT GETS RESULTS! If your team is struggling with call reluctance and is tired of the endless rejection they face, then get instant access to our On Demand training today. Need More Proven Responses to the Selling Situations You Face Every Day?

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