SBI Growth

JULY 28, 2020

As a native marketer, I’ve only been on the same wavelength with the sales team at one company and was always surprised (not so much anymore) about how marketing and sales teams do not get along well. Does the following sound.

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SBI Growth

APRIL 9, 2021

For many industries and companies, the pandemic has changed sales and marketing forever. In some ways, the changes manifest accelerating trends that were already in motion, and in other ways, the changes are new, permanent disruptions. Of course, every disruption.

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SBI Growth

MARCH 9, 2021

Since the turn of the millennium, mastering and perfecting the Customer Experience (CX) has been a goal for Marketing Leaders. Through CX strategy, leading revenue marketing teams will uncover areas of friction and process as a continuous feedback loop between.

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Retention Marketing Revenue Strategy 331

SBI Growth

MAY 29, 2020

Data is becoming a core component of every business. As a result, the quality of the data being gathered, stored, and consumed is becoming increasingly important. We have all seen the impact that poor data quality can have on a.

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Data Marketing Consumer Sales 364

Zoominfo

AUGUST 31, 2020

Disruption and uncertainty are inevitable in these times, which is why a solid go-to-market plan is critical to address the unique stage and goals of any given company. ZoomInfo has identified four areas — or quadrants — that together create a framework for a successful go-to-market approach: Build loyalty. Market expansion.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 19, 2021

Landing pages have a vital, singular purpose — encouraging visitors to begin the sales cycle with a brand. Digital marketers invest in creating landing pages because of their higher conversion rates. And that content is a gateway to a possible sale. What is the Landing Page’s Importance in Digital Marketing?

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Steven Rosen

JULY 8, 2024

In this article, Jenn Steele discusses the vital role of customer feedback in refining marketing and sales strategies. She stresses listening to customer insights to tailor messaging and optimize sales tactics effectively. Key Takeaways: Collaboration between sales and marketing is essential for business success.

Revenue 156

Revenue Marketing Pivotal Promotion 156

No More Cold Calling

JANUARY 13, 2022

I understand that predictive analysis tools can be accurate at forecasting business trends and sales performance. Astrologers, business analysts, and sales “experts” all tend to focus on hopeful outcomes that aren’t always grounded in reality. Hopeful outcomes sound like this: Sales and marketing will learn to play nice.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 11, 2019

Author: Warren Fowler Sales teams and marketers focus on digital communication so much that they seem to forget the power of offline promotion channels. While online tools are often more convenient and practical than traditional marketing techniques, the fact remains that the latter usually perform better. Let’s take a look!

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No More Cold Calling

APRIL 16, 2020

Face Facts: The Client Is Not Always Right, and Your Sales Pitch Is Annoying. They hear the word sales and think of the stereotypical used-car salesman. Joe Galvin, chief research officer at Vistage, clarifies the meaning of trust in his article, “ Trust in the Time of COVID-19.” Their pipelines are recession-proof.

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Steven Rosen

JULY 8, 2024

In this episode of the Sales Leadership Awakening podcast, Jenn Steele , CEO and Co-Founder of SoundGTM, discusses the challenging dynamic between marketing and sales teams. She highlights the common blame game between marketing and sales and the importance of effective communication and collaboration between the two functions.

Marketing 156

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SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

If you are reading this article and you work in the B2B space, you have most likely been inundated with buzzwords surrounding Digital and how it is disrupting your industry: Digital strategy, digital transformation, eCommerce, big data, IoT, AI, and.

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Channels Strategy B2B Data 315

SBI Growth

MAY 15, 2020

The need for agility in the execution of customer pursuit efforts has never been greater. With revenues virtually falling to zero in many industries, CEOs and CROs (including your competitors) are working to maximize revenue from their customer base.

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Revenue Maximizer Marketing Industry 380

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 11, 2020

A public health crisis, limping economy, divisive election, and heavy unemployment have all made the job market unpredictable. These businesses outstripped mid-market firms when it comes to product launches over the past three years. Job seekers face a new workplace in 2021 that reflects the harshness of the prior year.

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SBI Growth

JUNE 1, 2022

Last week, SBI held an executive roundtable meeting for commercial leaders with the goal of unpacking Marketing and Sales interlock for revenue growth. The group combined leaders mostly from private equity backed companies in software, technology, SaaS, and business services.

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SBI Growth

JUNE 15, 2021

Your CEO and board are asking you to quantify the impact of your marketing budget. As a CMO, your time, attention, and budget have competing priorities. You and your team are focused on building a strong and credible brand.

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Understanding the Sales Force

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

I’ve written more than 2,000 articles on my Understanding the Sales Force Blog and there are hundreds of other sales blogs. Some are written by sales experts. Some are written by marketing experts. I am concerned about the subjects being curated for sales and sales leadership professionals.

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Sales Leadership Hiring How To Account Based Marketing 218

SBI Growth

MAY 14, 2020

You Chose to Work With Channel Partners for a Reason. At some point in your company’s evolution, you made the strategic decision to work with channel partners. Maybe these partners had better brand recognition. Perhaps you needed to scale without the.

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SBI Growth

JULY 1, 2020

We recently wrote about the emergence of the Chief Customer Officer and took that opportunity to survey CCO’s about how they will make their 2020 number. We found that companies had initially been planning on nearly 31% of their 2020.

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Understanding the Sales Force

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

I found it challenging to write this article. They described very aggressive and efficient sales and marketing operations staffed by people who operated without feelings or empathy, felt no rejection or remorse, and didn't care about the prospects that didn't respond, but were all in on those who were took the bait.

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Insurance Insurance Outbound Video 333

Understanding the Sales Force

AUGUST 9, 2024

Sales and marketing are not the same. Not only are they all on the marketing and tech side of business, they are NOT experts on selling. Has sales changed? Has it changed to the degree that selling is no longer part of sales Not a chance. Somebody or a whole bunch of somebodies have lost their way.

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Regardless of how they acquire it, potential buyers step onto the sales floor (in-person or virtually) armed with information about their options; to remain effective, salespeople will need to adapt to the methods of the modern buyer. More than ever before, the new reality of sales must rely on marketing to a higher extent.

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Pipeliner

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business world, sales and marketing teams need to align to drive revenue. This article examines the importance of aligning sales and marketing , the challenges that hinder this alignment, and strategies to foster a more collaborative, effective partnership.

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Sales and Marketing Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

But Kavadellas recognizes the golf course doesn’t suit everyone as an effective setting for a sales meeting. Orasi’s team of 12 field sales reps is supplemented with 10 inside salespeople who call on a second tier of prospects. What does it mean for B2B sales managers as they strategize for 2021? Trends that are here to stay.

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Outsourcing Services Face-to-face Travel Lead Rank 279

Sales and Marketing Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

After all, a new business has to expand from being an ambitious business plan to getting the first office space to acquiring the needed IT infrastructure, to hiring skilled labor, and to expand its market reach. This article highlights five signs that you should look at when deciding if your timing is right for expansion.

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Hiring Trends Guarantee Industry 334

Zoominfo

JANUARY 23, 2021

If your sales pipeline is colder than a Siberian spigot in January, it’s time to rethink your sales prospecting techniques. Sales prospecting techniques are the tactics a salesperson uses to find new customers. Prospecting is an early and critical stage in the sales process. Let’s jump in. What are Prospecting Techniques?

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Ideal Customer Profile Prospecting Cold Calling Decision Maker 264

Zoominfo

AUGUST 16, 2021

The sales and marketing landscape has changed dramatically over the last year. At least 25% of you are reading this article from your smartphone—on the go or from your home office. ZoomInfo’s Mobile App for sales professionals puts the convenience of instantaneous access to actionable, high-quality B2B data in your back pocket.

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SBI Growth

APRIL 2, 2020

There is no doubt that life is going to look a little bit different coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have seen medical professionals turn to telemedicine, elementary school students begin eLearning, and even fine dining restaurants start.

Strategy 292

Strategy Marketing Top of Funnel Demand Generation Targets 292

SBI Growth

MARCH 18, 2024

For many firms, marketing is often relegated as a cost center, and marketing leaders often find themselves competing for a voice at the strategy table. Despite significant investments into MarTech, CMOs often struggle to demonstrate how they contribute to the company’s bottom line, unlike sales.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JUNE 19, 2024

Digital tools like the ones shared in this article not only further sales engagement, they make sales and marketing professionals more knowledgeable, efficient and productive. The post 4 Digital Tools That Amplify Sales Engagement appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

B2B social selling is an important and viable channel for B2B marketers and sales professionals. In today’s post we’re diving into what social selling is, why it’s important to B2B sellers, and how to use it in your sales strategies. Salespeople who mix social selling into their sales process exceeded quota 23% more often.

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SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

No one disputes the importance of Sales and Marketing alignment, especially in today’s uncertain environment. However, the challenge lies in developing a successful interlock process around annual planning that still allows both organizations the agency to complete detailed domain-specific plans.

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SBI Growth

AUGUST 31, 2020

In a survey of nearly 200 CMOs taken last year, the following question was asked – in what area of business leadership would you most like your influence to grow? Overwhelmingly, the most common answer was in the area of.

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Revenue Strategy Survey Marketing 267

Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 20, 2020

Or worse, could you lose your sales job altogether? You could be vulnerable if you’re not sharpening your sales skills and honing the tactics that will help you succeed in 2020. Forrester analyst Andy Hoar didn’t mince words when he spoke at the 2015 Forrester Sales Enablement Forum. Today you are more than a sales rep.

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Grant Cardone

JUNE 13, 2024

The outlook for the diamond industry continues to dull as it is losing ground in its second-largest market — China. Besides the global economic factors all industries are facing, two in particular are affecting sales in the region.

Marketing 117

Marketing Face-to-face Industry Sales 117

SBI Growth

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

With the turn of the calendar year, CEOs and their go-to-market teams stand at a crossroads that presents both unique challenges and opportunities.

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Opportunity Marketing Sales Strategy 314

Steven Rosen

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

David Hennessy , the VP of Sales at Kite Pharma, delves into his transformative moment as a sales leader, stressing the significance of active listening and strategic questioning. He underscores the necessity for a well-defined and compelling strategy that is effectively communicated to the sales team.

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