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Ten insights on the future of SAM

Strategic Account Management Association

As conveners of the largest community in the world dedicated to strategic and key account management, one of SAMA’s foundational purposes is to help our community both adapt to what’s happening right now and prepare for what may happen next. Sales and account management – no longer an expense but an investment.

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The Best Way to Prepare for an Executive Presentation [+ Checklist]

Account Manager Tips

Imagine you're at the front of a boardroom about to make a presentation. Make your first impression count The goal of any executive level presentation is to make sure everyone immediately feels this will be time well spent. No pressure, but it's something I always have in the back of my mind when I present to senior executives.

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What is Key Account Management? (It’s Not What You Think)

Account Manager Tips

Definition of key account management. If you're not sure what key account management is, don't worry, you're not alone. Before we get to that, let me explain how key account management became a business strategy. Key account managers kept them. Key Account Management Concepts.

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How to Create Powerful Executive Level Presentations [+ Template]

Account Manager Tips

How many times have you been in a presentation and drifted into a daydream? Don't let that happen to your presentations. Executive level presentation framework in 22 minutes Introduction (2 minutes). Introduce your value proposition and start with your conclusion. We've all been there. The hook (2 minutes).

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Key Account Management (KAM) – Research companies, use KAM technology and maintain momentum

Red Star Kim

Key Account Management (KAM) – Research companies, use KAM technology and maintain momentum. Key Account Management (KAM) – Research companies Larger firms may have access to research and knowledge specialists. How should firms identify their strategic accounts? Why do law firms needs SAM?

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Why Smart Key Account Managers Build a Personal Brand

Account Manager Tips

More and more companies expect their key account managers to be thought leaders. Why key account managers need a personal brand I've been collecting job descriptions for years. I was a little startled to find key account managers are now expected to be thought leaders. Here's how. Table of Contents.

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Account Executive vs Account Manager: Key Differences

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In the intricate world of business operations , the distinction between roles in sales and client management is pivotal. Specifically, sales positions such as Account Executive and Account Manager are critical in driving a business’s success. Who is an Account Executive? Who is an Account Manager?