Mike Kunkle

OCTOBER 2, 2022

We’re all in sales, right? I think the answer depends on what you mean by that (intent) and how you define “sales.” ” What is Modern, Professional B2B Selling All About? I get the intent of the “we’re all in sales” message, generally, much like Dan Pink’s book, To Sell is Human.

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Co-Creation Negotiation Sales B2B 248

Mike Kunkle

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

“As in other studies we’ve done, this year’s enablement study found that sales process and sales methodology adoption rates above 75% resulted in above-average gains for revenue plan attainment, quota attainment, and win rates, with a big boost at adoption rates greater than 90%.” increase in quota attainment 19.7%

B2B 198

B2B Sales Decision-making Negotiation 198

Mike Kunkle

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

I am exceptionally pleased and excited to announce that Felix Krueger of FFWD and I launched The Building Blocks of Sales Enablement Learning Experience on November 25, 2022. Here is what Felix had to say when we launched: Why Did We Create this Learning Experience? . That’s what the coaching will accomplish.).

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Sales Leadership Transportation Sales Training 200

Mike Kunkle

AUGUST 30, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the Sales Enablement profession has reached a pivotal crossroads. To firmly establish the function as required and themselves as integral players in their companies, enablement experts must be equipped to prove their worth by improving sales results and bolstering profitability.

Leadership 262

Leadership Stakeholders Decision-making Sales Training 262

Mike Kunkle

MARCH 31, 2023

Sales process, sales methodology, and sales competencies are all important and related aspects of sales effectiveness. Sales Process A sales process is a series of stages that an opportunity moves through. But they are not the same thing. It’s been proven in multiple studies and is worth the effort.

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Sales Interpersonal Skills Account Management Sales Training 217

Mike Kunkle

APRIL 8, 2023

In this post, I’m going to share some simple concepts that I’ve seen deliver radically improved results across a sales force. The advice comes from Modern Sales Foundations , a course that was developed based on over 16+ years of top sales performer analysis, modernized for working with today’s buyers.

B2B 211

B2B Decision-making Sales Stakeholders 211

Upland

JUNE 14, 2023

What are the top challenges facing chief revenue officers and sales leaders in 2023? In this article, we’ll dive deeper into each of these areas to uncover what chief revenue officers can do to address some of their most pressing issues, and how an effective account planning practice can help.

Artificial Intelligence 195

Artificial Intelligence Digital Transformation Account Planning Supply Chain 195

Upland

JULY 27, 2023

Is generative AI for sales the next big thing? The phenomenon is so far reaching that it can be difficult at times to find an actual single explanation for what generative AI is. The phenomenon is so far reaching that it can be difficult at times to find an actual single explanation for what generative AI is.

Digital Transformation 195

Digital Transformation Sales Digitalization Decision-making 195

Upland

JUNE 1, 2023

In this article, we’re going to explore best practices of land and expand from an account planning perspective and share real life examples and stories from sellers who have used this strategy to succeed. What is land and expand in sales? Have you considered a land and expand strategy for your business?

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Account Planning Sales Customer Knowledge Account Management 195

Arpedio

APRIL 15, 2024

What is Sales Enablement? In order to improve sales effectiveness and drive revenue growth, it is crucial to have a clear understanding of sales enablement. This strategic approach aligns marketing and sales efforts, enhances buyer interactions, and optimizes the sales process.

Sales Training 52

Sales Training Sales Decision-making Account Planning 52

Mike Kunkle

JULY 4, 2022

There’s still a lot of talk these days in the sales enablement community and the market at large about the need for sales and marketing alignment. I wish I saw more of it actually happening, but the concept is out there and there are examples of what good looks like. Sponsorship and support is critical.

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Sales Management Management Sales Sales Training 130

Upland

JULY 3, 2023

Everyone is figuring out what it is, how to use it and what it can and can’t do. By leveraging the power of ChatGPT alongside established sales platforms like Altify, however, organizations can unlock new opportunities to drive revenue growth and build stronger customer relationships. What is ChatGPT?

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Facilitation Customer Success Innovation Customer Experience 195

Mike Kunkle

JULY 2, 2022

Senior sales leaders and C-suite execs, this one’s for you. Enablement is Booming. In an expanding number of vertical industries (but not yet everywhere), the concept of “enabling the sales force” has exploded. And today, even functions entitled sales training are doing some enablement work.

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Sales Sales Training Leadership Decision-making 130

Mike Kunkle

MAY 11, 2022

Sales Transformation. I’ve been involved in sales transformations that were entirely focused on getting the best-possible performance out of the sales force (ranging from a 30 to 600 percent increase in sales), independent of retooling the rest of the organization. The Elements of Sales Force Effectiveness.

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Co-Creation Sales Sales Training Decision-making 130

Arpedio

APRIL 29, 2024

A sales account plan strategy is a vital tool for achieving sales growth and building strong client relationships. It provides a clear roadmap for sales teams to follow, outlining the steps and actions necessary to reach their goals.

Account Planning 52

Account Planning Client Relationships Value Proposition Sales 52

Mike Kunkle

JUNE 12, 2022

I originally posted it as a LinkedIn Article in August of 2020 and unfortunately, find it relevant again already in mid-2022. If you absolutely can’t avoid it and find yourself needing to resize and retool your sales force again at this time, I have some advice that I hope might help. Reengineering Sales Performance.

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Sales Decision-making Virtual Selling Remote Working 130

Arpedio

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As businesses aim for growth, sales enablement has become an increasingly important strategy for success. But what is Sales Enablement , and how can it help businesses achieve their goals? What is Sales Enablement?

Sales 52

Sales Business Growth Organization Marketing 52

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Marketing and sales teams rely heavily on one another to drive business. After all, it’s the marketing department that generates leads, and the sales team that converts those leads to paying customers. Sales collaboration dramatically improves results, but bringing it to fruition can be more complex than it sounds. The result?

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Marketing Sales Decision-making Prioritization 102

Arpedio

JANUARY 3, 2024

When it comes to improving sales performance, businesses rely on various functions such as sales enablement and sales operations. These two roles play a crucial part in driving revenue growth and achieving sales objectives, albeit with different focuses. Enter sales enablement.

Sales 52

Sales Finance Sales Training Decision-making 52

Arpedio

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Sales forecasting is a critical process that enables businesses to project future sales activity and streamline their business strategy for better results and profitability. Whether you are a small business owner or a large corporation, sales forecasting can help you make informed decisions that improve your bottom line.

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Decision-making Profitability Procurement Sales 52

Arpedio

JANUARY 3, 2024

Understanding the difference between a sales pipeline and a sales funnel is crucial for effectively managing and optimizing your sales process. While both are essential components of a successful sales strategy, they serve distinct purposes and have significant differences in how they operate. What is a Sales Pipeline?

Acquisition 52

Acquisition Sales Prioritization Decision-making 52

PandaDoc

APRIL 8, 2024

This article highlights how a deal desk functions and its ability to transform the way companies tackle their sales strategy. Key takeaways One of the primary functions of a deal desk is to bring together decision-makers from sales, legal, financial, and marketing departments to optimize the deal creation and execution process.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Sales Stakeholders Digitalization 52

Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In the past, sales managers often saw sales coaching as a means of correcting negative behaviors by providing real-time performance feedback. Unfortunately, this feedback often doesn't result in significant behavior change from the sales representative. What is feedback? Feedback Benefits What is coaching?

Procurement 103

Procurement Sales Construction Negotiation 103

Hubspot Sales

MAY 23, 2023

Based on this stat alone, it's no surprise why so many sales teams are folding AI into their workflow — and saving time in the process. How Sales Professionals Are Using Artificial Intelligence 1. In fact, 31% of sales professionals already use AI for this purpose. Of course, it's not just what you say but how you say it.

Artificial Intelligence 106

Artificial Intelligence Sales CRM Decision-making 106

Insightly

APRIL 19, 2024

You can find out about all the ways Insightly CRM works with Microsoft products and apps in a similar article. What Google integrations are available in Insightly? Insightly knows that sales reps spend a ton of time in their email inboxes as well as in Insightly CRM. Google Workspace vs. Microsoft Office 365.

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CRM Marketing Customer Success Meetings 52

KAM With Passion

MARCH 28, 2022

This post kicks-off a new section of the KAM With Passion blog dedicated to Complex Sales. The series of posts on Complex Sales is about the bottom of the pyramid. How complex is a complex sale situation? In the world of B2B sales, the term of complex sales is a well-accepted term but what does it mean exactly?

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Procurement Stakeholders CRM Government 130

Showpad

MAY 7, 2020

You may already have a sales enablement program, initiative or function at your organization. If your enablement initiative drives sales results as expected, you don’t need to read this article. Myth #1: Sales enablement only adds more layers to and complicates tasks previously accomplished elsewhere.

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Sales CRM Sales Management Digitalization 134

Showpad

MARCH 3, 2020

Sales operations (sales ops) and sales enablement are terms used often within an organization. But how do they contribute to sales productivity and overall business performance? Sales Enablement versus Sales Operations. We’ll get into unique responsibilities of each later in this article.

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Logistics Sales Onboarding CRM 100

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Being a sales manager is a whirlwind experience, especially for those who were once successful sales reps themselves. Fortunately, there are valuable best practices that can help aspiring sales managers excel in their positions. Best Practices for Sales Managers 1. Lay a robust foundation. really takes a toll on you.

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Sales Management Management Energy and Utilities Emotional Intelligence 97

Nutshell

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Along with this report, we’re introducing updates to email template organization in Nutshell that will make it easier than ever to manage your templates and enable you to set up your reports to get insights into whatever matters most for your team. Explore your email report What can I learn from the email report?

Organization 120

Organization Management Marketing Sales 120

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on achieving sales excellence and driving business growth. In today’s competitive business landscape, sales performance and effectiveness are crucial to the success of any organization. Sales performance is the measurement of the results achieved by the sales team and individuals.

Business Growth 52

Business Growth Sales Sales Training Decision-making 52

Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Welcome to "The Pipeline" — a weekly column from HubSpot, featuring actionable advice and insight from real sales leaders. Some deals hit walls — that‘s just an unfortunate fact of sales life. You need to listen intently and have a pulse on what they see as optimal timing.

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Sales Stakeholders B2B Software 84

PandaDoc

APRIL 24, 2023

You’re probably here because you want to build a successful sales enablement strategy for your business. Read on to discover how to create effective sales strategies through the power of enablement and turn your team into an all-star performance machine. What is a sales enablement strategy?

Sales 52

Sales e-Learning Onboarding Software 52

Arpedio

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As a savvy sales professional, you’re constantly on the lookout for ways to optimize your pipeline and drive revenue growth. One highly effective tool for achieving this goal is SQL ( Sales Qualified Lead ), which allows you to focus your efforts on the leads that are most likely to convert into paying customers.

Sales 52

Sales Prioritization Decision-making Communication 52

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Whitespace in sales is a concept that holds immense potential for businesses seeking enhanced growth and customer acquisition. This, in turn, can lead to higher sales volumes and greater profitability. By delving deeper into the concept of whitespace in sales, businesses can unlock new opportunities for growth and success.

Acquisition 52

Acquisition Decision-making Sales Innovation 52

Nutshell

APRIL 22, 2024

If you use forms on your website, you may get a few spammy submissions that distract your sales team and clog your pipelines. What spam prevention options are there? What are the benefits of form spam prevention? You can choose whether to leave that setting enabled or pick another level of spam protection.

CRM 71

CRM Sales Management 71

PandaDoc

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Sales prospecting acts as the first stage in the sales process. B2B sales organizations may often find that this process is highly time-consuming and requires significant investments in manual labor. You’ll also find a roster of valuable prospecting techniques and an in-depth look into what makes for a good prospective customer.

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B2B Sales Decision-making Publishing 98