Hubspot Sales

MARCH 20, 2020

It requires a process, a consistent sales methodology, and time. Plan to invest at least two to three years in a sales coaching program to get it off the ground. Coaching vs. Managing. Today's sales managers need to wear two hats – their manager hat and their coaching hat. Are they meeting expectations?

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Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 25, 2020

Sales has one of the highest voluntary turnover rates compared to other industries. By 2018, the average sales rep tenure was 1.5 years — half of what it was in 2010. From my experience, direct sales management is one of the most challenging roles based on the variety of distinct skills that are required.

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Management Sales Sales Management Meetings 99

Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 25, 2018

months, you're already down to a little over one year (15 months) of full productivity from your average sales rep. In 2010 -- a mere eight years ago -- 44% of respondents reported an average sales tenure of more than three years. Today, a mere 8% report that kind of longevity in their sales jobs. Manage rep performance.

Sales 111

Sales Acquisition Account Planning Sales Management 111

Hubspot Sales

MAY 14, 2019

While a tactic or technique may have been very effective in 2010, 2012, or even 2018, technology, industries, jobs, and people change. It's important for even the most experienced salesperson to continue networking and meeting colleagues at their company. That's an issue. I'll give you the perfect example. Small deals are important.

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Stakeholders Suppliers Meetings CRM 95

Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 2, 2019

As a sales leader, your ability to develop and retain your sales reps is important to your company’s bottom line and future success. Employee retention in the sales field continues to be an issue. In 2018, the average sales professional tenure was reported to be 1.5 years , down by half from 2010.

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Management Performance Review Sales Software 128

Tenfold

OCTOBER 10, 2017

The theory of gamification gained popularity as early as 2010, when the engagement and productivity gains from the strategy captured the fascination and funds of venture capitalists. In fact, Badgeville, one of today’s leading enterprise gamification software companies, started operating in 2010. The Case for Sales Gamification.

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Energy and Utilities CRM Sales Software 40

Hubspot Sales

MARCH 27, 2019

In the film, Alec Baldwin's straight-talking sales manager arrives at a small business to motivate the sales team. For sales managers, "Glengarry Glen Ross" is a cautionary tale. Sales quotas are often part of a series of actions set to help salespeople achieve a certain goal. Volume Quota. Profit Quota.

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Profitability Sales Meetings Sales Management 131