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.

Sales 217

Sales Interpersonal Skills Account Management Sales Training 217

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

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.” I get the intent of the “we’re all in sales” message, generally, much like Dan Pink’s book, To Sell is Human. “The 1980s called, and they want their sales approach back.”

Co-Creation 248

Co-Creation Negotiation Sales B2B 248

Hubspot Sales

MAY 25, 2018

Entrepreneur Blog. Seth Godin's Blog. Gary Vaynerchuk's Blog. Kabbage Small Business Blog. Whether you’re ready to stop dreaming and start doing, or still in the planning stage of turning your ideas into a full-time job, these blogs for entrepreneurs are the right place to start. Blogs for Entrepreneurs.

Small Business 99

Small Business Finance Investors Banking 99

Hubspot Sales

APRIL 15, 2024

Thoughtfully calculated, well-executed prospecting is central to virtually every successful sales engagement. It sets a tone — giving you the momentum and perspective you need to lock in on viable sales opportunities and ensure the rest of your sales process goes as smoothly as possible.

Sales 111

Sales Prioritization CRM Communication 111

Upland

JUNE 14, 2023

What are the top challenges facing chief revenue officers and sales leaders in 2023? Altify’s latest book, Not Just Another Vendor , highlights one sales leader – Scott Jackson Senior Director, Sales Enablement, Comcast Business – whose team learned the valuable lesson of relationships over product or any other fit.

Artificial Intelligence 195

Artificial Intelligence Digital Transformation Account Planning Supply Chain 195

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. Access to a Growing Library of 4+ Hours of Video Content , teaching the Building Blocks of Sales Enablement framework.

Sales 200

Sales Leadership Transportation Sales Training 200

Red Star Kim

MARCH 1, 2024

And we know that face-to-face communication is most effective in building relationships. This way we build mutual understanding and empathy. So build knowledge of and adapt to different personalities, genders, cultures and generations. It takes time to build trust trust for better business relationships (kimtasso.com).

Stakeholders 130

Stakeholders Decision-making Emotional Intelligence Communication 130

Showpad

DECEMBER 5, 2021

In this interview, Tom shares how the partnership between marketing and sales made all the difference in rolling out a new digit al sales strategy. . “If I’ve worked myself into a marketing job, but 80% of my career has been in sales, account management, and creating marketing programming and other services to support sales teams. .

Digitalization 98

Digitalization B2B Sales Customer Value 98

Red Star Kim

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is followed by ideas on how to build your brand and networking guidance. Marketing The author clarifies the difference between business development, marketing and sales. And touches on segmentation and sales force automation. And it’s good to be able to recommend reliable sources of information at those sessions.

Finance 130

Finance Government Profitability Banking 130

Mike Kunkle

AUGUST 8, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the role of Chief Revenue Officers (CROs) or senior-most sales leaders (by any title), has never been more critical. When sales, marketing, and customer success operate in isolated bubbles, opportunities for collaboration and synergy are lost. This is a definite growth killer. The result?

Sales 188

Sales Prioritization Innovation Leadership 188

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In the ever-evolving realm of sales, one approach has consistently proven to be a game-changer: consultative selling. This methodology transcends the traditional transactional model, focusing instead on building relationships , understanding customer needs, and delivering tailored solutions.

Value Proposition 52

Value Proposition Prioritization Decision-making Communication 52

Brooks Group

APRIL 10, 2024

In sales, it means staying focused. In the race to finish the quarter strong, prospecting often gets put on the back burner while sales professionals work on closing open opportunities. But your sales team needs to be able to do both: fill the pipeline with highly qualified prospects and keep deals moving. But it’s tough.

Sales 87

Sales Media B2B Publishing 87

Brooks Group

APRIL 18, 2024

Storytelling in sales is a skill. But for storytelling to be truly effective in sales, your sales professionals have to nail both the timing and the delivery. But for storytelling to be truly effective in sales, your sales professionals have to nail both the timing and the delivery.

Sales 95

Sales Decision-making Sales Training Communication 95

Brooks Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Many sales leaders think the way to do this is to help their sales team sell better value or overcome objections. These are both good strategies, but the true differentiator is the sales professional and their emotional intelligence. They build long-term relationships based on reciprocity. EI is a perishable skill.

Emotional Intelligence 82

Emotional Intelligence Sales Sales Training Decision-making 82

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The session covers everything you need to know about empowering sales leaders, applying Account-Based Selling (ABS) technologies and AI in Salesforce ecosystems, and the crucial interplay between technology, trust, and the future of B2B interactions. Account Management Build powerful account plans in Salesforce.

B2B 52

B2B Account Planning Facilitation Sales 52

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sales strategies that focus solely on transactions are becoming increasingly outdated. As businesses strive to differentiate themselves and establish long-term success, the concept of relationship selling has emerged as a critical component of sales excellence.

Prioritization 52

Prioritization Communication Software Software 52

SBI Growth

AUGUST 26, 2012

I hear from sales and marketing leaders on a regular basis that they need more leads. When I ask about inbound marketing and what they are doing about content marketing, things like publishing a blog , their eyes glaze over. Let’s take a closer look at blogs and why they are so effective in producing leads.

Advertising 122

Advertising Media B2B Decision-making 122

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

Arpedio

MARCH 6, 2024

Rather than solely focusing on sales transactions, account management emphasizes building trust, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored solutions to drive long-term growth. It’s crucial to distinguish between sales and account management.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Prioritization Client Relationships 52

Brooks Group

JANUARY 2, 2024

Sales leaders and managers seek individuals who can not only meet targets but exceed them consistently. When you focus your sales training on the right skills, you ensure your team is equipped for any selling situation. When you focus your sales training on the right skills, you ensure your team is equipped for any selling situation.

Sales Training 91

Sales Training Decision-making Sales Communication 91

Arpedio

MARCH 8, 2024

Effective Business Relationship Management Strategies Explore the ARPEDIO platform ← Back to blog Table of Contents In today’s dynamic business landscape, the capacity for relationship building and partnership development is more than a nicety—it’s a sturdy keystone of enduring organizational success.

Management 52

Management Stakeholders Facilitation Innovation 52

Brooks Group

APRIL 9, 2024

Lack of clear authority, conflicting priorities, and the logistics of keeping 7, 10, or 12 people in the loop make the B2B buying process an increasingly tough sale. But with the right skills and tactics, sales leaders can equip their teams to overcome challenges and win these deals.

Value Proposition 92

Value Proposition Procurement Decision-making Stakeholders 92

Arpedio

MARCH 5, 2024

Throughout this blog post, we’ll delve into the realm of account management strategies, exploring how businesses can leverage these techniques to not only retain clients but also to propel themselves toward long-term success. In the intricate dance of business success, one partner often overlooked is account management.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Client Relationships Prioritization 52

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Did you know NASA plans to build houses on the moon by 2040 ? Of course, when we talk about the future of sales, it's less about the products we might sell (flying cars, anyone?) Here, I spoke to sales leaders at Bardeen.ai , Aircall , and HubSpot to get their top predictions for the future of sales. Let's dive in.

Energy and Utilities 91

Energy and Utilities Media Sales Publishing 91

Arpedio

JANUARY 3, 2024

One of the biggest challenges businesses face today is understanding and optimizing the sales funnel process, which converts potential leads into paying customers. Two crucial components of the sales funnel are lead generation and lead nurturing , which work together to create an efficient and effective process for converting leads to sales.

Advertising 52

Advertising Media Prioritization Communication 52

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.

Sales Management 93

Sales Management Management Energy and Utilities Emotional Intelligence 93

Mercuri International

MARCH 28, 2023

In our series of three short blog posts, we’ll be taking a look at some of the key issues facing HR as they navigate the increasingly complex landscape of 2023. In our first, we take a look at the concept of ‘trust’ – and what it really means for team building and effective sales. How do we build trust internally?

Remote Working 52

Remote Working Client Relationships Facilitation Communication 52

Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Trust and a strong, collaborative relationship are fundamental to success. Mentors are unlikely to be qualified in mentoring – and they rarely charge fees. “A mentor is a more experienced individual willing to share their knowledge with someone less experienced in a relationship of trust. The terms (e.g.

Facilitation 130

Facilitation Decision-making Emotional Intelligence Acquisition 130

Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 12, 2022

If you're in sales, you know that finding prospects isn't easy. In fact, it can be the tallest hurdle in the sales process. The HubSpot Blog surveyed 500+ sales professionals to uncover the top social selling trends to reach more prospects and close more deals — all at your fingertips. The same can be true online.

B2C 118

B2C Media eCommerce Communication 118

Arpedio

APRIL 3, 2024

Solution selling is a sales methodology focused on addressing the specific needs and challenges of customers by providing comprehensive solutions rather than simply selling products or services. What is Solution Selling?

Value Proposition 40

Value Proposition Stakeholders Decision-making Organization 40

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In the fast-paced world of sales and marketing, success hinges not only on closing deals but also on the groundwork laid long before a transaction takes place. Definition of Pre-Sales In the realm of business, particularly in sales and marketing, the term “pre-sales” holds significant weight.

Decision-making 52

Decision-making Sales Customer Experience Value Proposition 52

Brooks Group

APRIL 25, 2024

You’ve got to keep plugging when you work in sales. But the most successful sales professionals understand the value of cultivating long-term relationships with their customers. Your customer service team and your sales team both serve the same purpose: to support customers and improve the bottom line.

Customer Success 52

Customer Success Supply Chain Sales Sales Training 52

Janek Performance Group: Account Planning

OCTOBER 25, 2023

These build business and increase revenue. However, according to Altify: Companies receive 60 percent of their sales revenue from existing customers. It’s putting their needs ahead of the sale to form long-term relationships. Clearly, sales organizations need to improve account planning. Also, monitor their sales.

Account Planning 52

Account Planning Decision-making Communication B2B 52

Scovel

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

How to build an online brand for your organization: Online branding is a way of promoting your brand at all levels of online marketing , especially in demand and social. Building Authority takes online branding to the next level and makes online branding presence authoritative. Embodying your brand with a blog allows customization.

Organization 84

Organization Media Digitalization Internet 84

Brooks Group

MAY 2, 2023

The process of tying up a sale doesn’t begin at the negotiation table after all the meetings have been had and solutions have been presented, but rather at the beginning of the sales process. Building Trust and Rapport With a Statement of Intention (SOI) The goal of the Meet step is to develop rapport and trust with the buyer.

Negotiation 80

Negotiation Sales Training Meetings Decision-making 80

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

8 Game-Changing Benefits of Account-Based Selling Explore ARPEDIO's Account-Based Selling Platform ← Back to blog In the world of sales, where personalization is paramount, it is almost impossible to overlook the significance of Account-Based Selling (ABS). Improved Customer Retention ABS extends beyond the initial sale.

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Account Planning Account Management Facilitation Stakeholders 52