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Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills

Red Star Kim

Protectionism – Some fee-earners could be insecure and defensive about sharing client information and relationships. The culture and rewards systems sometimes worked against integrated client teams. Data – CRM (Client Relationship Management) and CDP (Client Data Platforms) are often lacking.

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Sales Targeting Toolbox for Professional Services Firms

Red Star Kim

Connected leadership – How professional relationships (kimtasso.com) Competitors – Analyse who your major competitors are advising and adapt their targeting methods (I’m a little uncomfortable with the current trend to use LinkedIn to review your competitors’ contacts and target them yourself!)

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Women in Sales: How and Why the Sales Industry Should Include More Saleswomen

Hubspot Sales

This pressure can be stifling and hinder their ability to build authentic client relationships. Successful women in sales have shown that empathy, active listening, relationship-building, and collaboration are not weaknesses but powerful tools that can lead to stronger client relationships and increased sales.

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