Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
The CRM (Customer Relationship Management system) has grown substantially in recent years to provide value for everyone in a business instead of just being a tool for customer relationship management. In today’s customer-driven environment, the only option for businesses to differentiate themselves is to improve their customer experience journeys.
Apptivo
AUGUST 23, 2021
Welcome back to the latest edition of Apptivo’s product updates. Apptivo goes through constant update on the current features and releases new functionalities almost every week. In this release, we have mainly focussed on the new feature enhancements and introduced new functionalities to accelerate the old features. Let’s go through the short note of the updates.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
There’s a reason gamification has continued to be one of the marketing buzzwords you’re seeing everywhere. Because it works. Gamification involves applying game mechanics, as easy as challenges, bingo cards, memory games, scratch-off, or spin-to-win, to marketing-driven outcomes such as visiting a website, watching a video, or interacting on a platform.
Farland Group
AUGUST 23, 2021
Explaining to family and friends what my job entails around customer advisory board work is complicated. When people ask about what I do, I find myself using long-winded sentences that sometimes trail off into the sunset as I provide every little detail. Because what we do at Farland Group involves many different puzzle pieces. Those closest to me have various answers when asked about my work.
2023's struggles fueled a shift: companies are ditching wasteful strategies in favor of data and AI-powered growth. Enter 2024, the year GTC takes center stage. Discover 5 ways a customer-centric approach unlocks new revenue and delivers lasting success.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
The outsize popularity of dystopian TV shows aside, there’s no firm consensus on what AI technology will mean for our future on the planet. What is certain is that the triumph of machine learning is a boon for forward-thinking companies. At the most fundamental level, AI solutions free up employees to focus on tasks that […].
The Center for Sales Strategy
AUGUST 23, 2021
You've met with a prospect several times — and this person also happens to be the CEO of the business. Score! You've built a great rapport, they've shared challenges with you, and you've developed the perfect solution. You're really getting excited about the opportunities that are unfolding! It's all going perfect, until you hear.
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Crank Wheel
AUGUST 23, 2021
CrankWheel was ranked among top solutions to help businesses manage large or small call centers
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
Picture sourced from ucm.be We all experience some sort of ‘Service’ each day, whether it be contacting a company, shopping online, or even something as simple as buying a coffee. But what makes a service great? And how can it be improved? Service Design!…but what is Service Design? We’ll take a whistle stop tour on […].
Sales Outcomes
AUGUST 23, 2021
Discovery Calls & Product Demos. Anatomy of a Typical Product Demo. Discovery Before Demo. If the software is a primary component of your solution offering, the chances are that the number of online demos conducted is a key performance metric. I get it. Demos are vital as they can showcase your technology and how it can help customers solve problems.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
Any business manager wants their business to run as smoothly as possible. This doesn’t just mean finding the right workflow management software; it means finding the right people to work for your business. Establishing a talent pipeline – a pool of quality candidates – is one way of doing this. It helps cut down search […].
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Zendesk
AUGUST 23, 2021
Fintech has given customers the freedom to manage their finances, trade stocks, and purchase cryptocurrency, all with the tiny computer in their pocket. Customers have flocked to fintech companies in recent years, with 31 percent citing “ trust in a fintech provider’s team and company reputation ” as the top reason for engagement. Now, fintech startups need to prove they’re worthy of that trust.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
The jostling we’ve seen in the CX tech marketplace over the past few weeks ? and discussed in previousposts ? is going to impact more than just the SaaS (software as a service) companies in play. It’s going to impact you…and the way CX is practiced goi.
SBI
AUGUST 23, 2021
Bigtincan to Acquire Brainshark: Signs Definitive Agreement. Waltham, MA – August 23, 2021. Bigtincan (ASX:BTH), the global leader in Sales Enablement automation, announced it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire 100% of Brainshark, Inc. (“Brainshark”). The deal combines two of the leading providers of Sales Readiness solutions for training, coaching and onboarding, adding enterprise-grade capabilities to create the most complete Sales Enablement Platform in the market.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
I love reaching out to customer support when I have a problem, which is not a common sentiment, as far as I know. Let me explain myself. First of all, I enjoy the fact that I can connect with almost any company in the world and ask for help. Second, I love the feeling of […].
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How do 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party intent data compare? 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party data each have specific advantages and disadvantages. It comes down to four factors: accuracy, cost, control and quantity. This infographic explains the pros and cons of each and helps you understand which one is best for meeting your business objectives. Intent data can be a great way to fill your pipeline and close more deals.
SmartKarrot
AUGUST 23, 2021
Role: Customer Success Manager Location: Houston, TX Organization: Ivanti As a Customer Success Manager, you will develop strong relationships with assigned customers and serving as a trusted advisor to key influencers and/or decisions makers. Identify business challenges and develop recommended solutions through the promotion of Ivanti products. Maintain high customer retention and recurring revenue retention rates.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
With the rise in remote working over the last couple of years, a whole host of fresh challenges are facing customer service teams. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest challenges that your teams may face as they adapt to a new way of working, and ways in which these obstacles can be […].
SmartKarrot
AUGUST 23, 2021
2021 has unlocked many ‘first-times’ for us and it is no wonder. One such surprise that it has unleashed upon us is connecting with the world via virtual conferences. According to a report by PCMA , 79% of the event planners have gone virtual this year. This staggering percentage announces our heavy reliance on remote work tools. On that note, this step-by-step guide highlights how to host a successful virtual conference for absolute event success.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
In today’s ‘always-on’ world and as the dust continues to settle from the pandemic, workers are experiencing higher levels of stress, anxiety and burnout than ever before. According to a study conducted by The Standard, more than half of respondents (55%) say that a mental health issue has affected them more since the pandemic began. […].
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Peter Simoons
AUGUST 23, 2021
Tip 17: Communicate, Communicate, Communicate. Communication is perhaps the most essential element towards building a successful partnership or alliance. George Bernard Shaw once said: “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” He has a point. Communication is one of the key success factors in partnerships and alliances.
Customer Think
AUGUST 23, 2021
As per CMS Minds, Magento Magento powers 12% of all the online stores and 1.2 % of the entire internet. Magento 2, the most popular eCommerce platform, has so many advantages that it has become an excellent choice for your eCommerce business. But to make the most of Magento 2, you need to select the […].
Hubspot Sales
AUGUST 23, 2021
The rule of 78 is one of the quicker, more straightforward ways to put together a solid estimate of your annual revenue. Here, we'll take a closer look at the rule, what it entails, how to use it, and how it can be leveraged to assist with calculating reasonable sales quotas. Let's jump in. The Rule of 78. Applying the rule of 78 is pretty straightforward.
Zendesk
AUGUST 23, 2021
What do your customers think of your brand? How do they feel about the products and services you offer? If you’re unsure about the answers to these questions, you’re not alone. Customer perception is often difficult to understand because it’s subjective and varies from buyer to buyer. But this ambiguity doesn’t mean you should ignore your customers’ opinions.
Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications
Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.
Apptivo
AUGUST 23, 2021
If you’re wondering whether Apptivo integrates with Xero, then the answer is “YES”. Apptivo enables its users to integrate their Apptivo account effortlessly with their Xero account without any trouble. Connect your Xero account today with Apptivo to experience a never-before online billing system with real-time updates. Xero is an accounting software that allows businesses to manage their invoices, estimates, and bills effortlessly from a single system.
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