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Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills

Red Star Kim

At the recent PM Forum workshop on “Selling processes and sales skills for marketing and business development professionals” we focused on sales and selling challenges in professional services. Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills. Their fee-earners are often in the same boat.

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Understanding Sales Process, Methodology, and Competencies

Mike Kunkle

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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Book review: Sales Mind – 48 tools to help you sell by Helen Kensett

Red Star Kim

A chance encounter with Helen Kensett at a recent conference reminded me about her 2016 sales book. I’ve reviewed several books on selling (see the list below) and this one is different as, rather than focusing on the stages in the sales process, it provides pragmatic tips to help. It’s beautifully illustrated.

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Proactive marketing and business development executives – CRM, internal engagement and career insights

Red Star Kim

Sometimes marketing and sales system are not integrated. And there was the added complication of long sales cycles. There were comments that it was unusual for people to be in the office so face time and in person meetings – where it is easier to develop rapport, trust and solid working relationships – were rare.

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How to identify which of your sales reps would be effective managers

Nutshell

Promoting a sales manager internally is tricky, but hiring an outsider might be even trickier. Current sales reps can make great candidates for open positions within the company. You need both effective managers and great sales reps for a team—and your company—to reach its goals. Myths about promoting sales reps to managers.

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Consultative Selling: What You Need To Know To Succeed

Brooks Group

One effective sales methodology is consultative selling. We’ll discuss what it is, the principles you should understand, and the best sales methods for success. The more you know about sales, the better an experience you can have with the tactic. What is a Consultative Sales Approach?

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Forging a Career in Insurance Sales — The Complete Guide

Hubspot Sales

Insurance sales is a highly lucrative industry. In this guide, we’ll explore everything about starting a career in insurance sales, including the pros, cons, and tips to help you succeed. Table of Contents What is insurance sales? Limitless Earning Potential Many insurance sales agents get commission-based income.