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Context and curiosity drive commerciality and pricing

Red Star Kim

The crux of marketing is to anticipate (and meet) client needs whilst maximising profit. Price is a major driver of profit. Often, pricing becomes the focus of these negotiations. And the strategic need to align marketing objectives to a firm’s strategic intent. So marketing is reliant on research and financial knowledge.

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Sales Targeting Toolbox for Professional Services Firms

Red Star Kim

And to evaluate the relative attractiveness of different segments Malcolm McDonald on value propositions – How to develop them (kimtasso.com) In professional service firm (PSF) marketing there is the challenge that we often span both B2B and B2C markets , across multiple sectors and for sometimes hundreds of service lines in different territories.

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Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills

Red Star Kim

A challenging role requiring deep insight into potential clients and value propositions as well as a great deal of confidence. Whilst most digital marketing methods support lead generation, converting interest into a commitment to meetings requires preparation, skill and persistence.

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Which Type of Sales Job Is Right for You?

Hubspot Sales

The former offers a greater sense of security, but the latter can be incredibly profitable -- assuming you’re good at your job. Sales compensation ranges from zero-commission (retail salespeople, for example) to pure commission (your salary is completely determined by performance.) AEs are held to quotas.