Brooks Group

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Sales is a numbers game, but evaluating your sales reps’ performance involves much more than looking at a final revenue number. Revenue may be the ultimate performance indicator, but as a sales leader you should investigate the “why” behind a final result to truly improve the success of your sales team.

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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?

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Every winning sales team has an excellent coach guiding them. This is no different in sales. The key to improving sales performance lies not only in the hands of sales reps, but also in the ability of their managers to provide effective guidance and support. Pricing is available upon request.

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Brooks Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Qualifying prospects is one of the selling skills every great sales professional relies on. That’s because filling your sales pipeline is a numbers game. Buyers leave the funnel for many reasons as they progress through the sales process : lack of budget, timing, or wrong fit to name a few.

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Brooks Group

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Effective sales coaching can have a huge impact on your business. The biggest benefit of sales coaching is its contribution to revenue. Research shows that successful sales coaching programs increased average deal size, sales activity, win rates, and new leads by 25%-40%. Anticipate nerves.

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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. To excel in sales, various factors come into play.

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Brooks Group

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Why Is Sales Coaching Important for Revenue Growth? Sales coaching gives sales professionals the mentoring they need to resolve critical skills competency gaps and be more productive. 3 Types Of Sales Coaching Sales coaching generally falls into one of three main categories: tactical, strategic, and personal.

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Sales Gravy

JUNE 30, 2023

Moving From A Culture of Efficiency to A Culture of Effectiveness Acting and improv skills are similar to soft skills in sales— leading with empathy and understanding your audience and your customer is paramount. Efficiency does not equal effectiveness. Sales technology should focus on making people better, not just faster.

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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? In this article, we’ll explore Sales Enablement in-depth, including its strategies and practices that drive business growth.

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Arpedio

DECEMBER 20, 2023

One of the greatest challenges facing sales teams today is refining their strategies for optimal performance. By examining the reasons behind won and lost deals, sales teams can derive valuable insights into their performance and areas for improvement. Once you have feedback, you need to sort and structure it.

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CMOE

MARCH 5, 2024

Effective leadership is foundational to the continued success of any organization. These elements, in the right proportions, create leaders that motivate teams , drive performance, and foster an environment of trust and respect. It ensures that each member of the sales team understands their role and the expectations placed upon them.

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Leadership Construction Innovation eCommerce 52

Insightly

MARCH 11, 2024

Sales teams and CRM This one is easy, because sales teams are typically closest to the CRM. Every day, the sales team leaders rely heavily on the CRM system to streamline their processes, organize their workflow , and ultimately drive sales success.

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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.

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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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The Center for Sales Strategy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Sales leaders that commit to growing and developing their people through effective feedback boost sales performance, attract and retain top talent, and outperform other organizations that fail to make feedback and coaching a priority.

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Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In sales, where every conversation counts and every opportunity demands precision, your team needs more than just the ordinary training programs. Without sales training software, it would be very difficult to ensure reps are applying best practices, staying up-to-date with the products and services they’re selling, and closing deals.

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Nutshell

APRIL 21, 2023

Measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns is crucial for businesses to understand their campaigns’ return on investment (ROI). By measuring campaign effectiveness, companies can stay on top and rest easy knowing they’re boosting their marketing strategy’s success. A good conversion rate is above 10%.

Marketing 62

Marketing CRM Acquisition Media 62

Arpedio

JANUARY 3, 2024

When it comes to improving your sales team’s performance, there are two primary approaches: sales coaching and sales training. While these methods are often used interchangeably, they have distinct differences that can significantly impact their effectiveness. What is Sales Coaching?

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Showpad

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Sales takes one look at it, gripes that it won’t work with their buyers, and never touches it again. The challenge becomes clear: your sales team is not bought in on your messaging and doesn’t believe it will help them succeed. Invite sales leaders to provide feedback on early iterations.

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Flevy

JANUARY 13, 2024

. * * * * In the realm of Performance Management , Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are indispensable tools. As organizations strive to enhance their performance management processes, they often encounter common pitfalls that can undermine the effectiveness of their KPIs. How do we identify this pitfall?

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Retail Healthcare Decision-making Performance Review 52

Arpedio

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Spin Selling is a highly acclaimed sales methodology that revolutionized the way sales professionals approach their craft. Developed by Neil Rackham in the 1980s, Spin Selling has since become a cornerstone of modern sales strategies, offering a systematic approach to understanding customer needs and closing deals effectively.

Software 52

Software Software Decision-making Performance Review 52

Showpad

MAY 25, 2023

Delivering the perfect sales pitch is one of the most challenging sales skills to master—both for inside and field sellers. A sales pitch must be confident, impactful, and quick. A great pitch doesn’t happen by accident—it takes practice, preparation, and feedback.

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Sales Sales Management Decision-making Onboarding 52

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. Effective account management techniques are critical for businesses of all sizes and industries.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Prioritization Client Relationships 52

Brooks Group

AUGUST 2, 2023

As we round out the dog days of summer, most of us have two things on our minds: Getting our sales force back on track from the summertime lull, and The start of the football season These two things might seem unrelated at first glance. We can go on the joint sales calls, give the correct feedback, and coach until we’re blue in the face.

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Brooks Group

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Exceptional sales management is key to an organization’s success—yet the role of a sales manager is one of the most challenging. Leading a sales team has become more difficult due to an evolving business landscape, technological advancements, changing customer expectations, and a host of other factors.

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Flevy

APRIL 20, 2022

One vital element is a feedback loop. In marketing, feedback loops can make or break your future campaigns based on how you see your current results. Even if you have negative feedback, it can be used effectively, as we’ll see later in the article. What Are Feedback Loops & Why They Are Important.

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Marketing Acquisition B2C Finance 111

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.

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Arpedio

MAY 23, 2023

Sales Coaching – Make Every Sales Rep a Top Performer ← Back to blog Coaching sales reps is vital! And therefore, this blog post is going to be all about sales coaching: What is it, what’s the value, and what does it take to make every sales rep a top performer. What is Sales Coaching?

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Apptivo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Bug Fixes At Apptivo, our primary goal is to continuously improve system performance and address reported issues to enhance overall efficiency. We value your collaboration and feedback as we work towards making Apptivo a more robust and reliable platform.

Decision-making 52

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Sales Gravy

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Sales Presentation Skills That Get You To "Yes" Faster In this episode of the Sales Gravy Podcast, Jeb Blount talks to renowned sales experts Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz about their “Go For No” approach to embracing rejection in sales. Don't just show up and throw up. What Is “Go For No” All About?

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Arpedio

JANUARY 5, 2024

In the competitive world of sales, the art of relationship management is a pivotal factor that drives success. Effective relationship management in sales is not just about making connections; it’s about building and maintaining long-term partnerships that benefit both parties.

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Hubspot Sales

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Having talented sales reps is often a result of investing in effective sales coaching. According to research conducted by ValueSelling Associates , over half of high-performing businesses that have had sales coaching programs in place for three years or more experience high growth. Collaborative. Results-oriented.

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Arpedio

MARCH 5, 2024

From segmentation to solution customization, we’ll uncover the keys to unlocking sustainable growth through effective account management. Book demo Key Components of Effective Account Management Strategies Effective account management strategies are the cornerstone of building strong and lasting client relationships.

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Arpedio

OCTOBER 17, 2023

But how do you assemble, nurture, and lead a high-performing account management team? Effective recruitment strategies may include: Behavioral interviews: Conduct in-depth interviews to assess a candidate’s problem-solving skills, emotional intelligence, and their ability to handle challenging client situations. Let's talk!

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Client Relationships Emotional Intelligence 52

Apptivo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Bug Fixes At Apptivo, our primary goal is to continuously improve system performance and address reported issues to enhance overall efficiency. We value your collaboration and feedback as we work towards making Apptivo a more robust and reliable platform.

Decision-making 52

Decision-making Sales 52

Brooks Group

JULY 14, 2023

In a rapidly changing world, the success of your business may depend on one key factor: how effective the company’s sales leaders are. Good sales leaders (vice presidents of sales) are simply more effective. Sales leaders are no exception. Every sales professional knows that a good attitude can get you far.

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Sales Outcomes

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you are a salesperson or sales leader and aren’t doing this, you’re missing an opportunity to improve sales performance. Sales leaders can significantly improve sales coaching outcomes by reviewing call transcripts as part of their coaching process. We recommend starting with 1 hour per salesperson.

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