The Pipeline

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Let’s step back, put a still on the shot, and look at our prospect at the start of their day. A study from the University of California showed that it takes the average adult over 20 to get back to their previous level of focus and productivity after an interruption. Much less so you or me specifically.

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Face-to-face Quota Prospecting Buyer 246

Sales and Marketing Management

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

If your meeting has a large group of attendees, you can still field questions aloud, but also consider using the video call’s chat function. The following tips can help your meeting stand out and capture prospects’ attention: Send presentation materials ahead of time. This will help spark longer, more natural conversations.

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Sales Meeting Meeting Nonprofit Face-to-face 317

Janek Performance Group

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Even if you have a great product, you can still struggle in sales unless you differentiate yourself from your competition. In sales, differentiation is about standing out among your competition. Show prospects how you will solve their problems if they choose you—and then deliver on those promises. Be Memorable.

Competition 118

Competition How To Follow-up Up-Sell 118

No More Cold Calling

DECEMBER 28, 2017

She looks for every opportunity to show up—at parties, networking events, conferences, you name it. I’m still not, even after a decades-long career in this profession. I still prefer interacting in smaller groups, but I’ve learned how to walk into a room of any size and engage people in conversation.

Referrals 330

Referrals Negotiation Conference Sales Qualified Lead 330

Alice Heiman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Spencer Wixom from The Brooks Group says that his research shows the answer you likely will get if you ask is prospecting and discovery calls. Harder these days than ever and leaders are still teaching and depending on old methods that don’t work. But what truly stands out? Why, because it’s hard.

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Hiring Groups Demographics Lead Rank 84

No More Cold Calling

JUNE 7, 2018

Despite the fact that most companies have marketing automation solutions, targeted outreach by SDRs, and intense social media strategies, account execs still aren’t making quota. None of us stands out. How could we, when we’re all standing behind screens? And there are still others we would never trust.

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Referrals Sales Qualified Lead Leads Marketing Qualified Lead 276

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Swim lanes are a visual representation of workflows that show who’s responsible for which tasks. To that point, when Ziff Davis of j2 Global surveyed marketing and sales professionals, 27% said they believe their marketing and sales teams still aren’t aligned on when sales should follow up on marketing leads. What are swim lanes?

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Sales Qualified Lead Marketing Qualified Lead Lead Rank Marketing 214

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 15, 2020

While digital automation has made outreach much easier, sending cold emails is still a tricky game. Prospects typically get countless cold calls reaching for sale — so you still have to stand out from the (auditory) crowd. Generate More Leads from Trade Shows and Events. Improve Your Cold Outreach with BASHO Emails.

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B2B Trade Show Intent Data Buyer Intent 237

Zoominfo

JULY 27, 2021

In May, the economy picked up a little steam with 583,000 jobs added, but still below the growth estimated by economists, while the unemployment rate fell to 5.8 labor market is still 6.8 labor market is still 6.8 Despite an improvement in the overall unemployment rate, there’s still a labor shortage in the US.

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Trends Face-to-face Compensation Benefit 246

Zoominfo

APRIL 29, 2020

Events and trade shows are expensive, even if you’re not a sponsor. Even so, they are still one of the best ways to get your solution in front of a crowd of likely prospects: 41% of companies consider event marketing to be their top channel for lead generation. And look for company names and target contact names or roles, if possible.

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Trade Show Lead Generation Sales Qualified Lead Leads 191

Sales and Marketing Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

However, reports show more than three-quarters of buyers and sellers favor remote human engagement over face-to-face interactions and only 20% of B2B buyers say they hope to return to in-person sales, meaning remote selling may continue well past 2020. With 2020 behind us, here’s what I expect to see in 2021.

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Face-to-face ROI Proposal Fashion 177

No More Cold Calling

MARCH 30, 2023

A lot has changed since 2015, but we still have miles to go. These women’s stories are all very different, but they have a couple things in common: During their lifetimes, they were all fiercely determined to stand up for equality and overcome discrimination and injustice. And in 2023, they might show up in your pocket change.

Referrals 156

Referrals Cold Calling Social Media Call-back 156

Zoominfo

JANUARY 15, 2021

After a year like no other, here we are in 2021 still standing. The world has been stirred up by a global pandemic, most of us are still working from home, and digital marketing strategies have become a critical part of every company’s survival. Attending virtual conferences is one way to gain exposure within your industry.

Paid Content 264

Paid Content Lead Generation Lead Rank Lead Scoring 264

Zoominfo

OCTOBER 13, 2020

At a high-level, our research shows a strong correlation between social following and revenue. When a company is between 200–500, there is only an 18% correlation (still significant but less than half of what it is for small businesses). So, what’s going on here? As companies scale, the role of social media changes. So what gives?

Social Media 162

Social Media Media Revenue Scale 162

Cincom Smart Selling

MAY 7, 2024

Our clients boast rising net promoter scores, showing how powerfully CCM software can elevate your service reputation when correspondence is handled efficiently. This accountability ensures teams collaborate and align compliant messaging while still maintaining independence to communicate efficiently.

Customer 62

Customer Policies Scale Lead Rank 62

Zoominfo

JANUARY 15, 2021

From a go-to-market standpoint, it offers users the ability to understand where their solution stands in the current ecosystem and how to adapt them in selling, marketing, or product strategies. But the work isn’t completely done—you still have to worry about customer retention. Post-purchasing Stage – Congratulations!

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Sales Qualified Lead Marketing Marketing Qualified Lead Lead Rank 207

Alice Heiman

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

07:01] books are still a valid way to stand out, even if you haven’t written one, send some of your favorite books…I’m helping you to learn… [09:58] Alice Heineman says you can tell a lot about a person just by looking at their pipeline. That’s a shortcut. [04:37] I love the way you think. [07:01]

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Strategy Scale Lead Rank Channels 136

Sales Hacker

APRIL 18, 2023

As a job hunter, you need to stand out and create value for the company. You stand out, and you will signal your soft skills and mindsets of initiative, boldness, creativity, enthusiasm, and willingness to go above and beyond. If you’re reading this in 2023, you still have first-mover advantage. The connection is instant.

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Video Hiring Follow-up Lead Rank 80

Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 3, 2023

AI adoption has plateaued Google Trends data shows a rapid increase in searches for terms related to AI , but even search plateaued in June 2023. Trust and Understanding In HubSpot’s The State of AI in Marketing , results showed that only 27% of marketers are very confident that the information generative AI produces is accurate.

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Hubspot How To Lead Rank Scale 92

Janek Performance Group

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Keep leaving creative messages like, “I hope I’m not the only one still working this holiday season.” Sure, some prospects might say, “Get back with me at the first of the year,” but others who are still putting in the work (like you), will see you as hard-working and appreciate your hustle. Don’t be pushy or salesy. That’s corny.”

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Sales Qualified Lead Decision Maker Gatekeeper Call-back 118

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 18, 2019

The concept is more than just a logo and color scheme, though both of those things still play an important role. (In In today’s politically-charged environment, what you stand for is just as important as the products you sell. Around two-thirds of consumers want companies to take a stand ( source ).

Social Media 223

Social Media Scale Consumer Loyalty 223

Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 24, 2023

There’s one rule of thumb for acing interviews: show them you know them. Conveying how well you understand the intricacies of the position and the company at large is a surefire way to stand out from a pool of candidates. Conduct this research meticulously to show interviewers how serious you are for this position.

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Face-to-face Positioning Trends Research 96

Zoominfo

JULY 1, 2019

Although more advertising campaigns feature members of the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month, the numbers are still shockingly low. Nearly two-thirds of YouTube viewers surveyed who self-identified as LGBT said they are more likely to buy from a brand that takes a stand on LGBT issues ( source ). That’s less than 1% ( source ).”.

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Advertising Advertising Survey Scale 188

Hubspot Sales

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Think of any changes that could improve your image, while still feeling 100% comfortable. When the panel ended, instead of standing in line to chat with the panelists, Ferris would approach the moderator. You will have a social stand of approval from one person already. For example, a networking event might be business casual.

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Networking Hubspot Meeting Conference 116

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In this article, we’ll give you a crash course in ecommerce packaging to help equip you with the tools necessary to stand out from the crowd. It doesn’t show any signs of slowing. In a crowded market, a fresh idea makes a product stand out. Table of Contents What is ecommerce packaging? What do consumers want? Image Source 3.

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Buyer Consumer Infusion Transportation 108

Gong.io

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Where they stand. It’s all about selling value and these scripts show you how. You need to understand what has changed internally ( something has), and whether your deal is still on track, just delayed, or worse. Data shows that moving close dates is bad for deals. This is a “where they stand” sales closing question.

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Closing Proposal Call-back Buyer 118

Shari Levitin

AUGUST 6, 2020

With the increasing rise in video conferencing, more and more customers are canceling or simply not showing up on virtual sales calls. Try these three tips to ensure your customer shows up on time every time. Research shows customers are seven times more likely to respond to a video confirmation rather than a written one.

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Cancellation Video Guarantee Lead Rank 116

Hubspot Sales

JUNE 6, 2022

If you pick up the phone without gathering any background information, at best, you stand to annoy the person — and at worst, you could be hung up on mid-sentence. If you know where their business stands, you can have a better picture of what they need to hear. Where does their business stand, relative to its competition?

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Research Prospecting Face-to-face Twitter 128

Partners in Excellence

APRIL 24, 2023

” With this mindset, customers become obstacles standing in the way of hitting quota. “Yeah, yeah Dave, but I still have to make my numbers!!!! And on and on… If we don’t understand the problems, as the customer experiences them, we will never be able to show them how we solve those problems.

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Quota Ideal Customer Profile Face-to-face Commission 109

Smooth Sale

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Do You Realize How To Stand Out On The Internet? Our collaborative Blog offers insights for the question, ‘Do you realize how to stand out on the internet?’. Next, consider the qualities your brand has to embody and manifest to stand out from the many voices vying for your audience’s attention.

Hiring 78

Hiring How To Social Media Licensing 78

SocialSellinator

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Tip #1: Show Images That Accurately Promote Your Brand. Showing attractive aspects and enticing images of what you have to offer on your Facebook ads are the number one ways to uncover potential clients that might want to work with you for their needs. Tip #6: Make Your Profile Stand Out from the Others.

Real Estate 145

Real Estate Facebook Ideal Customer Profile Marketing 145

Highspot

AUGUST 19, 2021

Additionally, the ability to meet Millennials inside their comfort zones, via digital salesrooms, or with personalized micro-sites will help your reps stand out in our crowded virtual world. While the debate on where we work moving forward is still raging, it’s important not to let your virtual work skillset wither. May 3, 2021).

Trends 105

Trends Survey Research Pivotal 105

Anthony Iannarino

JUNE 26, 2019

In major account sales, you can win a new client that requires the upfront effort of standing up the account. The success of standing up a new client requires more effort at the beginning when there is much work to be done, decisions to make, and when your presence can be critical to the success of the program.

Pipeline 104

Pipeline eBook Account Up-Sell 104

Shari Levitin

MAY 12, 2022

Here are two stories that perfectly illustrate how having confidence in your offering and standing firm on your price can get prospects to see the true value of your offering and why it’s a fair deal. Trainer : Well then, for another $1500 more, I’ll let you rent my studio… and you’ll still save $16,500. 5000 for THAT?

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Objections Examples Hiring Call-back 117

Grant Cardone

MARCH 21, 2019

I stand 5’8, and my wife Elena initially rejected me because of my size—she expected her future spouse to be a guy standing 6’1. A lot of people are acting like ambition is just having and showing desire; then they show up for work and hope things are going to just turn out right. “- President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

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ACT Exact Motivation Closing 133

Vengreso

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

This helps the photo and YOU to stand out from the crowd. How to Stand Out. So how do you stand out from the rest of the crowd? It really shows his personality. The position, (I call it the power pose) defines confidence, yet the lean against the wall shows humility and a down to earth fun guy. Notice the smiles.

LinkedIn 111

LinkedIn Ideal Customer Profile How To Video 111

Hubspot Sales

MARCH 30, 2021

Stand Out With Your Sales and Marketing Messages. For instance, if the messaging, tone, and unique selling propositions communicated in your outreach look and feel like your competitors', you’ll struggle to stand out. Fortunately, the right buyer intent data makes it easier to stand out. This information is prospecting gold.

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Intent Data Buyer Intent Intent Top of Funnel 109