Partners in Excellence

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

We talk about sales people as problem solvers, working with our customers to identify and help solve their problems. We are creating massive sales assembly lines optimizing the order taking process. ” Fast forward to today, research shows customers have a preference for minimizing sales involvement in their buying journeys.

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Partners in Excellence

JANUARY 22, 2024

Speaking to sales enablement executives, fewer than 10% have any sort of business acumen programs in place. People respond, “They run IT, they manage sales, they design new products, they are marketing people…” But then when I ask, “What’s that mean? appeared first on Partners in EXCELLENCE.

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

While you’re hollering into your communications bullhorn, thousands of your people remain silent. That’s where you’ll find your customers, your partners and huge numbers of people who ought to be your next customers. Your brand doesn’t live in your blog posts or the followers of your LinkedIn company page. A Better Way Forward.

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DiscoverOrg Sales

JULY 10, 2018

We should relish objections,” says Steve Bryerton , DiscoverOrg’s VP of Sales. If you’re NOT getting objections, you’re probably not very close to a sale, because your pospect doesn’t have that uncomfortable feeling of taking a risk. So, how do you handle sales objections? The silent … pause. A study from Gong.io

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Julie Hanson

JULY 5, 2022

Leaders who appear quite confident speaking to large groups face-to-face, are visibly uncomfortable and awkward when confronted with this silent and invisible virtual audience. Feel free to check it out if you’re looking for more tips on how to engage customers and drive more sales on video.Get your copy today on Amazon ! .

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Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 4, 2017

This habit will hurt you no matter what you do, but it’s especially detrimental in sales. The average person is so excited to talk that they reply as soon as their conversational partner stops talking. To avoid accidentally interrupting, silently count to two before answering. If they’re silent, it’s your turn to speak.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

If you’re dealing with a sales objection… congratulations! We should relish objections,” says Steve Bryerton , ZoomInfo’s Vice President of Sales. When sales prospects offer objections, it means they’re taking you seriously. What Does a Sales Objection Look Like? That’s exactly where you want to be. “We

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The Pipeline

DECEMBER 12, 2013

While what they communicate may not be what sellers want to hear, the upside is that the communication is clear, and they are offered the respect a potential partner deserves. Specifically I am speaking about the common act by many, but here specifically prospects, of going radio silent on sellers.

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Smooth Sale

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Have you ever silently thought, “if only I could!’ Similar to a sale, you need to sell yourself on the idea because beginning anew is no easy task and may become the most challenging project ever undertaken to date. Nice Girls DO Get the Sale is an International Best-Selling and Evergreen book – among the classics; HIRED!

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DiscoverOrg Sales

DECEMBER 11, 2017

So why is the sales profession still so far behind the curve when it comes to gender? In sales, women make up : 25% of salespeople in tech companies. 12% of sales leadership. Women usually remain in their sales role longer, decreasing turnover. And yet, women are vastly underrepresented in the sales industry.

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Anthony Iannarino

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Once you can contribute value, others will recognize your worth and want to partner with you. Silent Strength. The ancient Stoic philosophers developed a way to deal with life’s hardships without complaining, utilizing a practice of “silent strength.” Your guide to become a sales hustler. Can-Do, Will-Do. Download Now.

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

This allows you to collect sales tax from customers. subscriptions over one-off sales). Silent partner. Another option is to work with a silent partner. But unlike a VC, a silent partner doesn’t want any part in your business decisions. If you sell “tangible property” (i.e., Look no further.

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Chorus.ai

OCTOBER 14, 2020

And we couldn’t be more excited to be a featured launch partner. Leveraging the Power of Conversation Intelligence in Your Zoom Meetings & Calls Chorus’ Conversation Intelligence is, of course, more than a silent notetaker. Are you ready? The Chorus Zapp. Real-Time Intelligence. Come with us. Join the Waitlist.

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

This allows you to collect sales tax from customers. subscriptions over one-off sales). Silent partner. Another option is to work with a silent partner. But unlike a VC, a silent partner doesn’t want any part in your business decisions. If you sell “tangible property” (i.e., Look no further.

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Partners in Excellence

APRIL 20, 2022

In sales, we learn that questions are critical to our ability to understand our customers and how we might be most helpful. And while most are too polite, customers are probably answering, silently, “You’re just like everyone else.” first appeared on Partners in EXCELLENCE Blog -- Making A Difference.

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DiscoverOrg Sales

MAY 1, 2019

A lot of people don’t dig very deep into the possibilities of direct contact information – but in today’s whiteboard session, you’ll see the real impact on your sales team. Well, our team had a lot of success – so much so that the founder was able to sell the business to investor partners.

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SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

The majority of sales reps we talk with tell us they’re taking on more non-selling functions as a result of limited resources. As a rep in this reality, read on for three simple strategies to maximize your selling time, improve your sales strategy and put money back in your pocket. Today all of us are doing more with less.

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Julie Hanson

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Learning to communicate with confidence regardless of whether you receive the verbal or nonverbal confirmation you’re used to receiving is a vital skill for sales success. . Yes, it’s uncomfortable to be silent on video – especially after you ask a question. you need to have strategies for handling these unavoidable loop breakdowns.

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Sales Hacker

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Focusing on overcoming sales objections is likely holding you back and poisoning your customer relationships. Afterall, objection handling is often considered one of the foundational pillars of sales — one of the critical elements necessary to win more deals. This approach is baked into most sales strategies.

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Smooth Sale

JULY 12, 2018

And then we talk about sales on a variety of levels to help listeners surpass their current status to their future vision. If you have co-workers, partners or employees, the pros and cons of speaking up need careful consideration. Your habits speak for you if your voice remains silent. Sales Tips For Changing Rules.

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DiscoverOrg Sales

DECEMBER 11, 2017

So why is the sales profession still so far behind the curve when it comes to gender? In sales, women make up : 25% of salespeople in tech companies. 12% of sales leadership. Women usually remain in their sales role longer, decreasing turnover. And yet, women are vastly underrepresented in the sales industry.

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Smooth Sale

MAY 31, 2018

Upon hearing that John authors children’s’ books, the conversation advanced to business and sales. My clientele was tired of the pushy behavior seen in most sales representatives. Last in our conversation, but first in the sales ledger was and should always be, ‘Respect.’ Silently consider their personalities.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

A lot of people don’t dig very deep into the possibilities of direct contact information – but in today’s whiteboard session, you’ll see the real impact on your sales team. Well, our team had a lot of success – so much so that the founder was able to sell the business to investor partners. And you have a silent sales floor.

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Women Sales Pros

JANUARY 24, 2020

Guest post by Maria Tribble, VP, Enterprise Sales, PathFactory [Note from Lori Richardson: This is an important post and I’m so thrilled Maria wrote it to share originally on Linkedin and gave us permission to post and share through Women Sales Pros. We need to make these safe topics for girls and women of all ages to discuss.

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Anthony Iannarino

MAY 9, 2020

The situation is pretty simple, and here is a summation: The salesperson works on a deal for months, and the client tells them they are the preferred partner. You Suck at Sales. You would much better served by saying, “No” and remaining silent than to try to argue your way to avoid a price concession at the five-yard line.

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Smooth Sale

MARCH 18, 2022

Friday Humor: As Silicon Valley began to thrive, it was popular among the larger corporations, to have their sales representatives treat their loyal clientele to five-star dining after hours. One such story illustrates the necessity for ensuring an essential detail is under scrutiny and in good working order for a ‘smooth sale.’

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Sales Hacker

JULY 8, 2022

The big difference between the typical sales and marketing approach is the you — the human being who is personally reaching out to the prospect. This can be anywhere from 60-90 days or longer, depending on your sales cycle. An email sharing an article about how to write a great sales email. Learn more on this topic here.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

If you are brand new to sales, here a quick definition: Brace Yourself We’ve got millions of verified B2B contacts — ready for you to close. Our team had a lot of success – so much so that the founder was able to sell the business to investor partners. And you have a silent sales floor.

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Sales Hacker

APRIL 15, 2020

More often than not, it occurs when one partner in a relationship would like it to end it without conflict or consequences. For sales professionals in particular, it’s become far more normal for prospects to drop out of the picture after a seemingly great conversation. Think you’re alone? Well, you’re not.

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Hyper-Connected Selling

JULY 19, 2017

Does technology always help in the sales world? The knee-jerk response from most sales professionals would be a resounding “Yes!”, If you are in sales, you need to be able to engage with your prospects, customers, and partners. When you are in meetings, turn your phone off or put it on silent. It sounds obvious.

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Smooth Sale

JUNE 12, 2018

My silent reward was in recognizing that I could do it! All of the above experiences proved to be excellent training for my sales career and today’s business environment. Sales Tips for Working with Limited Belief: Ignore the cruel words of others. Sales Tales that Educate and produce a Laugh! . Celebrate Success!

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Score More Sales

MARCH 14, 2012

Plus, during silent times, your potential customer is talking with your industry counterparts, or at least further researching them and getting advice from peers on what to do. Years ago in selling, we talked a lot about “gaining control” of a sales opportunity – but control is elusive. QUEUE THE CRICKETS. They die on the vine here.

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The Digital Sales Institute

DECEMBER 3, 2021

This is our list of sales skills with examples to give a glimpse of what it takes to be successful in selling today. This leads on to questions such as what sales skills are required for each step or stage? What is the difference between hard and soft sales skills etc? Today, sales talent is now a key differentiator.

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Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 29, 2018

Considering most SaaS deals valued at ~$25,000 close in an average of 90 days -- that’s a fast sales cycle. Brush up on car sales best practices, and ensure you always give customers an exceptional experience. Once you’ve used the name, repeat is silently to yourself several times. So, want to know how to sell more cars?

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Hyper-Connected Selling

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Usually, it stems from one partner trying to leave the relationship without conflict or having to deal with the negative repercussions. Instead of telling salespeople or potential professional partners “no”, prospects cut off communication and become impossible to reach. Don’t fall off their radar.

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Braveheart Sales

JUNE 16, 2020

They are focused on “making the sale” not on anything the client cares about. They are concerned more with what they themselves want and need (the sale) and not outwardly on the customer. Peer: This category is the pinnacle of the sales profession. Some may also refer to this individual as a partner. Lacking Sales DNA.

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Smooth Sale

MARCH 26, 2019

Long before a sales career was in consideration, my first official job out of college was to work in an advertising agency. As my career advanced to sales, I came to recognize people most appreciated my personal stories, and I always shared them ahead of attempting business. Recognized brand accounts comprised the loyal clientele.

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