Red Star Kim

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Proactive marketing and business development executives – CRM, internal engagement and career insights. What CRM/systems would people recommend? A variety of specialist (to professional services) and mainstream CRM systems were explored. CRM and Marketing Automation Software for SMBs | Act!

CRM 130

CRM Marketing Interpersonal Skills Client Relationships 130

Red Star Kim

APRIL 12, 2023

As an additional learning resource for delegates, I review the key themes of The Proactive M&BD Executive – Culture shock, marketing models, fee-earner engagement, qualifications and social media. What are the main social media platforms for professional services?

Media 130

Media Marketing B2C Stakeholders 130

Red Star Kim

APRIL 17, 2023

Surprisingly, delegates were more likely to use spreadsheets than a CRM for managing client and referrer information. Social media was used by all firms but to varying degrees – there was less activity in sharing joint content and endorsements/recommendations than other methods.

Management 130

Management Manufacturing Client Relationships Facilitation 130

Red Star Kim

JUNE 15, 2023

IBISWorld – Industry Market Research, Reports, & Statistics Mintel – UK Sector and industry consumer reports from £1500 UK Archives | Mintel Store Nexis – Licensed news and media information, company data, regulatory and legal information, and market & industry reports. Helpful for competitor analysis.

Key Account Management 130

Key Account Management Account Management Management Client Relationships 130

PandaDoc

JUNE 21, 2021

Building databases, asking friends and family, and creating social media accounts. Marketing is a form of lead gen. You might choose to update your content marketing strategy to capture more leads. These are qualifying , meeting , and closing. There are different approaches you can take to meeting your prospects.

Sales 98

Sales Decision-making Small Business Meetings 98

Arpedio

MAY 30, 2022

McKinsey (see graphic below) investigated thirty go-to-market channels (e.g., digital advertising, social media, email, phone, in-person) and found that a multi-channel approach increased sales effectiveness by 10% from 2020 to 2021. Companies need to ensure alignment between sales and marketing for their key and strategic accounts.

Digital Transformation 52

Digital Transformation Account Management B2B Advertising 52

Hubspot Sales

MARCH 18, 2019

These accounts make up the majority of the business' income. To turn buyers into business partners, a key account manager (KAM) typically provides dedicated resources, unique offers, and periodic meetings. As professional services firm BTS points out , key account programs often lead to increased costs and lower margins.

Key Account Management 128

Key Account Management Account Management Management Account Strategy 128