Flevy

JULY 15, 2021

A Strategic Alliance is referred to as “an agreement between 2 organizations to share resources to carry out a mutually beneficial initiative.” Whereas, in a JV, 2 organizations share resources to create a separate company. However, the competencies required for Strategic Alliance Management aren’t well-known and are a bit convoluted.

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Account Management Skills

MAY 22, 2023

In this episode, I chat to Mike Lander, CEO of Piscari, a former procurement director who now assists sales teams in negotiating with procurement departments. We also dive into a five-step framework to help you negotiate more effectively and shed light on some questionable tactics employed by less experienced procurement professionals.

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5600 Blue

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

In the world of negotiators, people either seem to think they are really good at it or that they stink, but there doesn’t seem to be a middle ground. Some people stick to instinct and luck when it comes to business negotiations, but our guest today works with well thought-out strategies, important concepts, and an organized blueprint.

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Think! Inc.

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

In the world of negotiators, people either seem to think they are really good at it or that they stink, but there doesn’t seem to be a middle ground. Some people stick to instinct and luck when it comes to business negotiations, but our guest today works with well thought-out strategies, important concepts, and an organized blueprint.

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PandaDoc

APRIL 29, 2024

Schedule your demo What to include in a data room index Your data room index should have a clear hierarchy and simplified structure — folder organization will affect how easily partners, team members and investors will locate needed data. The post How to organize your virtual data room with a data room index appeared first on Blog.

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Arpedio

JANUARY 3, 2024

In the intricate world of business operations , the distinction between roles in sales and client management is pivotal. Specifically, sales positions such as Account Executive and Account Manager are critical in driving a business’s success. Who is an Account Manager?

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Account Manager Tips

JULY 22, 2022

25 problems that stop key account managers from doing their job Favourite books about problem solving Coming up: How to Build a Successful Executive Sponsorship Program Just for fun: #GorgeousGrandma Day In other news Quote of the week. Key account management is a role that requires both sales skills and strategic thinking.

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PandaDoc

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Contract negotiation is essential for modern businesses, but it isn’t always easy. Kennedy stated: “Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.” Although negotiation can make the suavest salesman scared, you can develop this skill over time. What is a contract negotiation?

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Flevy

MARCH 21, 2024

Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy is a critical aspect of modern business management, pivotal for protecting and monetizing innovations. Furthermore, a strong IP portfolio can enhance an organization’s valuation , attract investment, and facilitate entry into global markets.

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Nutshell

AUGUST 3, 2023

As a manufacturing company, a steady customer base is key to your business’s growth, and the best way to maintain that customer base is through sales pipeline management. Today we’re discussing how to manage a sales pipeline for a manufacturing company by looking at five management tactics you can employ today.

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Force Management

JULY 7, 2021

A defined negotiation strategy is a critical component to an organization’s success. If you’re seeing these challenges across your sales organization, it’s time to shift your sales team’s approach:

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Shapiro Negotiations

JANUARY 15, 2022

As most master negotiators will tell you, negotiation is a process, rather than an endgame. However, it’s just as important to know that learning how to successfully negotiate is a process as well. That’s why mastering the art of negotiation is so important. So, what’s the benefit of these processes? Who is Ron Shapiro?

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Shapiro Negotiations

JANUARY 15, 2022

As most master negotiators will tell you, negotiation is a process, rather than an endgame. However, it’s just as important to know that learning how to successfully negotiate is a process as well. That’s why mastering the art of negotiation is so important. So, what’s the benefit of these processes? Who is Ron Shapiro?

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Hubspot Sales

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Like most skills, your ability to negotiate improves with practice. There’s a lot on the line during a negotiation with the buyer. Enter negotiation role play exercises. Once you’ve successfully negotiated in an extreme situation, you’ll be mentally and emotionally prepared for a straightforward one. The prospect.

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The Chapman Group

DECEMBER 8, 2020

It is understood that within many organizations there are existing account managers who have either been trained or who are extremely gifted and intuitive in the art and science of strategic account management. These are often the top achievers in the organization.

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Arpedio

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

What is Opportunity Management? Opportunity Management refers to the process of identifying, tracking, and managing potential sales opportunities within a company’s pipeline. These opportunities represent potential deals or sales prospects that have the potential to generate revenue for the organization.

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Arpedio

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Account management is a crucial component of any successful business. But what is account management exactly? At its core, account management is all about ensuring customer satisfaction and driving business growth through effective client management.

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Arpedio

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Two such important functions that often go hand in hand are account management and sales. While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they actually have distinct differences and play unique roles within an organization. Two such crucial roles are account management and sales.

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Brooks Group

MARCH 7, 2024

Procurement managers have a reputation for focusing only on price. Or can sales professionals engage purchasing managers, buyers, and agents differently to have more success selling to them? Understanding Procurement Manager Challenges Procurement managers are in a unique position. Is this deserved?

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Upland

JUNE 7, 2023

An organization can make a considerable investment in a methodology, only to discover that it was not effective because there was no sales process to support it. A typical sales process includes stages like prospecting, qualification, needs analysis, solution presentation, negotiation, and closing.

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Flevy

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

This strategic avenue is not just about expanding business footprints or diversifying portfolios–it’s a complex maneuver that, when executed with precision, can significantly alter an organization’s trajectory towards success. Importance of M&A Strategy M&A Strategy is more than a tactical play.

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Arpedio

MARCH 6, 2024

Account management serves as the backbone of successful businesses, playing a pivotal role in fostering lasting relationships with clients or customers. At its core, account management involves the strategic oversight and nurturing of client accounts, aiming to maximize their value and satisfaction.

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Mike Kunkle

JULY 4, 2022

There’s another alignment and partnership opportunity that gets a lot less airplay yet has equal or greater potential to drive sales results: the alignment and partnership between Sales Enablement and Front-line Sales Managers (FLSMs). The role of these managers in driving change seems to be a fairly-well acknowledged point of view.

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Mike Kunkle

OCTOBER 2, 2022

We’re trying to persuade, influence, and negotiate to get what we want and get others to do what we want. It’s “other-centric” servant leadership (leading, serving, acting in your buyers’ and customers’ best interests, creating, communicating, and confirming value, and change management).

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Insightly

JULY 26, 2023

Sales pipeline management is a crucial aspect of successful sales strategies. It involves establishing, tracking and organizing the various stages of the sales process to ensure smooth and efficient conversion of prospects into customers. Pre-sales funnel stages might be stages for awareness and consideration.

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Arpedio

JANUARY 5, 2024

Embarking on the quest for sales optimization , seasoned professionals understand that the core of any robust sales strategy lies in the mastery of effective pipeline management techniques. Managing these stages efficiently ensures a consistent flow of leads and maximizes conversion opportunities.

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Force Management

MARCH 9, 2023

Rising economic headwinds mean that many buyers are adopting more complex purchasing processes, and sales organizations are looking for any way to preserve vital margins. Today's sales environment is highly competitive. As a sales leader, you don't want your sellers resorting to discounting to close deals in this environment.

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ProlifIQ

JUNE 21, 2023

Strategic Account Management in B2B Welcome to our comprehensive guide on strategic account management. Whether you’re an experienced strategic account manager or aspiring to become one, we share the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this critical role.

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Brooks Group

MARCH 25, 2024

That’s why many leading sales organizations are turning to The Brooks Group’s IMPACT Selling ® program to equip their teams with proven selling skills that get measurable results. The process culminates in negotiating a mutually beneficial close while laying the groundwork for future sales.

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Arpedio

JANUARY 5, 2024

At the heart of every thriving enterprise lies a keen focus on business relationship optimization , a task achieved through strategic roles that many might find overlapping—Account Management and Customer Success. While both functions are instrumental in driving organizational growth, distinguishing their unique contributions is fundamental.

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Arpedio

OCTOBER 17, 2023

How to build a winning account management team Account Management Software ← Back to blog A winning account management team can be your secret weapon to supercharge your company’s growth and customer satisfaction. But how do you assemble, nurture, and lead a high-performing account management team?

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The Chapman Group

AUGUST 23, 2020

It is understood that within many organizations there are existing account managers who have either been trained or who are extremely gifted and intuitive in the art and science of strategic account management. These are often the top achievers in the organization.

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Account Management Management Value Proposition Account Planning 78

Force Management

JANUARY 16, 2024

There’s no doubt that the way sales organizations and their customers interact has shifted in the past few years. The companies that succeed in 2024 will be those who adopt a cross-functional revenue mindset , equipping every customer-facing role to articulate and negotiate on the value of their solution.

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Nutshell

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Keep reading to learn how to manage a sales pipeline for an industrial company. How to manage a sales pipeline for an industrial company There are many different ways you can go about managing an industrial company pipeline. But how should an industrial company like yours go about that process? DOWNLOAD THE FREE WORKSHEET 2.

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Brooks Group

JANUARY 24, 2024

But even throughout this tough period, some sales organizations have found a way to meet or exceed targets—and feel confident in their ability to do it again this year. Because they aren’t doing discovery well, most organizations are leaving significant potential revenue on the table. Sales Strategy 6: “Building a dream team?

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DemandFarm

APRIL 26, 2023

Key Account Management (KAM) focuses on building long-term relationships, and aims to improve customer satisfaction – especially in a B2B scenario. A key account manager’s primary responsibility is ensuring that the needs of key clients are met, and that they remain satisfied with the company’s products and services.

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Upland

MAY 4, 2023

A sales velocity equation or formula uses four metrics to help organizations calculate their own sales velocity. When used correctly, this formula can help organizations with their sales forecasting for a specific period of time and bolster their sales efforts. What is sales velocity? Why does sales velocity matter?

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