Upland

JUNE 1, 2023

Have you considered a land and expand strategy for your business? Landing new business is essential for growth. But new business isn’t the only key area of focus for leaders looking to bolster revenue. A relationship that has been properly developed with a strategic customer is likely to turn into additional opportunities.

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Upland

MARCH 12, 2024

Now, after being broadly available for a substantial amount of time, we’re starting to get a better idea of how exactly sellers can use AI to do their jobs better. This sort of a seismic shift is worth taking note of – how can AI make your job easier and more fun? Sales AI is exciting, and also a little terrifying.

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Upland

AUGUST 25, 2023

Understand the relationships between stakeholders and how they influence each other. But with the right leadership, and through a culture that builds trust, it’s possible to help sellers begin to see the importance of collaboration. After all, it takes an entire team to win a deal in today’s complex sales landscape.

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Red Star Kim

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

As an fan of Challenger sales (and the variant Insight Selling Insight selling – building on consultative selling models (kimtasso.com) I was delighted to see that one of the originators – Matthew Dixon – turned his focus to selling in professional services. And predict it will continue to decline.

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Client Relationships CRM Financial Services Decision-making 130

Upland

MARCH 13, 2023

Sales forecasting is equal parts art and science, right? The ‘art’ aspect of sales forecasting doesn’t need to be an educated guest. It can be articulated effectively and used to make the most important and business critical decisions. What is a Sales Forecast? Is Sales Forecasting Outdated?

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Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

So it helps to create equality in a relationship. Long before I learned of the value of Socratic questioning in coaching and counselling, I remember an editor asking me to use Socratic questioning in some writing. Socratic questioning is a way to drive logical argument. It’s helpful in conversations, critical thinking and negotiation.

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Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

At the recent Business Development for Professionals – 2024 Virtual Conference – MBL Seminars I presented a session entitled “Supporting Fee-Earners in Sales Targeting”. Here is a summary of the sales targeting toolbox for professional services firms.

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Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In this post I explore different types of questions and how they can be used in various business scenarios. I’ve explored the reasons why curiosity is to important and valuable to us: What is curiosity and why is it important in business relationships? The use of incisive questions can help you build your personal power.

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Negotiation Value Proposition Emotional Intelligence Decision-making 130

Sales Gravy

MAY 2, 2024

On this episode of the Sales Gravy podcast, Jeb Blount sits down with sales coach Cheryl Parks to discuss why modern sales professionals need to shift from traditional selling to a more consultative and insightful approach that leverages business acumen, industry knowledge, and the right questions.

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Upland

JUNE 30, 2023

Enterprise sales is going through a rapid evolution. One groundbreaking development on the horizon is the convergence of Natural Language Processing (NLP) AI technology and enterprise sales methodology. Personalized Customer Experiences Modern enterprise sales methodology thrives on data-driven decision-making.

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Red Star Kim

MAY 22, 2023

Whether it’s for confident or commercial conversations as part of the networking skills toolkit or part of a relationship building or sales conversations. So here is Conversation skills book review 3: Conversational intelligence – How great leaders build trust and get extraordinary results by Judith E Glaser.

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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. I can’t tell you how many times I see confusion about that. But they are not the same thing.

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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.

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Hubspot Sales

MARCH 4, 2024

Welcome to “The Pipeline” — a weekly column from HubSpot, featuring actionable advice and insight from real sales leaders. This week‘s post comes from five winners of HubSpot’s Modern Sales Leader 25 award. 5 Pieces of Advice All Sales Leaders Need to Know in 2024 1. 5 Pieces of Advice All Sales Leaders Need to Know in 2024 1.

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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.

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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.

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B2B Decision-making Sales Stakeholders 211

Mike Kunkle

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Introduction In today’s fast-paced and challenging business landscape, maximizing organizational success hinges on seamless coordination across various functions. This unified effort propels businesses to new heights of success. Nowhere is this truer than with the commercial organization. So, why care, or why read it?

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Customer Experience Decision-making Profitability Marketing 277

The Center for Sales Strategy

MAY 6, 2024

While marketing strategies and sales tactics are crucial, the power of building strong relationships should never be underestimated. Genuine connections forged through authentic interactions and a deep understanding of your client's needs can pave the way for sustainable business growth.

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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. Well, maybe. But that’s not selling, per se.

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Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 9, 2024

The art of door-to-door sales is timeless — even during the rise of modern sales strategies. There’s no two ways about it: D2D sales can be tricky. So, if you can master the art of door-to-door sales, the juice is worth the squeeze on the income front. Table of Contents What is door-to-door sales?

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Sales Readiness Group

MAY 24, 2023

Capturing the attention and trust of your potential customers is a crucial aspect of successful sales. When you establish a strong relationship, you gain their respect, the willingness to value your insights, and the potential for long-term business. But the question is, how can you build rapport effectively?

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Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As we enter the age of AI, one thing is for sure - the relationship between sales pros and their prospects will never be the same. When I surveyed 1,477 global sales professionals to determine the top trends and challenges that teams were facing , one key finding became apparent.

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Sales Gravy

JANUARY 8, 2024

In the latest episode of the Sales Gravy podcast, we had the privilege of diving deep into the world of prospecting and sales with Kristin Andree from the Andree Group. This episode is a blend of practical advice, innovative techniques, and motivational insights that can transform your approach to sales and client relationships.

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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. 7 Habits of a Great Salesperson (and How to Train) 1. So what sets great salespeople apart?

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Brooks Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

You need to stand out to make buyers want to do business with you. 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. I didn’t care.

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Brooks Group

MARCH 6, 2024

Sales effectiveness is your sales professionals’ ability to achieve their goals and objectives efficiently and successfully. Sales effectiveness also corresponds with the return your organization gets from its sales investment. But improving sales effectiveness is a complex task that few organizations do well.

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PandaDoc

MAY 8, 2024

Thousands of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are joining the market every week. million small businesses , which constitutes up to 99.9% of all the businesses across the country. Such huge numbers equate to huge revenue potential in terms of SMB sales. What are SMB sales? In the U.S. alone there are about 33.2

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B2C Small Business Sales Decision-making 52

Brooks Group

MAY 9, 2024

Is your sales team leaving opportunities on the table because of poor questioning? Asking consultative sales questions is a critical skill many sellers overlook in their rush to close. When you understand your customers better, you can offer solutions that meet their needs, making it more likely to close a sale.

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Arpedio

APRIL 29, 2024

A sales account plan strategy is a vital tool for achieving sales growth and building strong client relationships. It provides a clear roadmap for sales teams to follow, outlining the steps and actions necessary to reach their goals.

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Account Planning Client Relationships Value Proposition Sales 52

Brooks Group

APRIL 23, 2024

A sales career can be exhilarating and rewarding—offering the potential for high earnings, flexible schedules, and the chance to work directly with a diverse range of customers. As you consider whether a sales career is the right fit for you, it’s crucial to understand both the upsides and the downsides.

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Brooks Group

MAY 2, 2024

Sales and emotional intelligence go together like skiing and snow. Yet many sales leaders focus on building their team’s hard skills and neglect sales emotional intelligence or “ soft skills.” But developing emotional intelligence in sales matters. You can’t do the first well if you don’t have the second.

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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.

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Nutshell

MARCH 28, 2024

Consulting firms need a great sales pipeline to attract leads and close deals, as well as generate recurring revenue from clients and referrals. Read on to learn tips and best practices for managing an optimized sales pipeline for consulting firms. What is the typical sales process for consulting firms?

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Management CRM Sales Negotiation 71

Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

How do you go from putting out fires to running like a well-oiled machine? But being busy doesn’t leave time for thinking strategically, nurturing customer relationships, or making sure your team has everything they need — especially if your company is growing at lightning speed. How did Teamwork.com get its start?

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Hubspot Sales

JULY 7, 2023

As technology advances and becomes more accessible, businesses are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their sales processes. AI has the potential to revolutionize the way sales teams operate, giving them valuable insights and predictive analytics to drive more revenue. Are sales teams investing in AI?

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Zendesk

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Buyers are just a few clicks away from purchasing a product from a small business on the other side of the globe. These convenient online shopping options breed fierce competition between brands and create pressure for sales teams. Table of contents What is inside sales? What is outside sales?

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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.

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