No More Cold Calling

OCTOBER 4, 2018

I’ve had it with the accusations that referrals don’t scale, that referrals are a favor, that referrals can be digital, that all you need to do is ask for referrals, and the other crap that so-called experts tout on social media. Instead, I prefer to focus on sharing insights and tips for referral sales lead generation.

Lead Generation 266

Lead Generation Sales Qualified Lead Lead Rank Lead Scoring 266

Salesmate

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Social media is an integral part of every marketing strategy. However, there’s a myth that says B2B social media marketing isn’t effective. The sole reason is this myth that mentions the ineffectiveness of B2B social media marketing. Is social media marketing effective or not?

Social Media 98

Social Media Media B2B B2C 98

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

B2C selling has dominated social media for the last 10+ years. Customers do their research, ask questions, and even address customer service issues on social channels. B2B social selling is an important and viable channel for B2B marketers and sales professionals. What is B2B Social Selling?

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Social Selling B2B Social Media Top of Funnel 263

SBI Growth

JANUARY 5, 2014

Each recommendation addresses the biggest obstacles every sales manager faces to making the number: Not enough ‘A’ players on the team. Every sales manager is time starved. Sales Managers should be spending 75% of their time coaching their team. POST-SALES SUPPORT. Let customer service or post-sales support handle this.

Sales Management 310

Sales Management Face-to-face Decision Maker Travel 310

SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

As a Sales Operations leader, you have 3 major challenges heading into 2014. Understanding how your customers are evolving and determining whether your sales team is keeping pace. To assist you further, sign-up for SBI’s Sales & Marketing Research Review here. Jesse runs Sales Operations for a Value Added Reseller.

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Tools Sales Tools Collateral Vendor 300

Sales and Marketing Management

AUGUST 8, 2017

The answer is in making the experience for the customer pain free while, at the same time, providing individualized attention. This can be accomplished and, more importantly, scalable through live chat sales and customer care. Consumers are shifting their time and attention away from social media and towards messaging apps.

Retail 206

Retail Oracle Social Media Consumer 206

Smooth Sale

OCTOBER 23, 2024

When customers feel neglected or disrespected, it can lead to negative reviews and a tarnished image. When customers feel neglected or disrespected, it can lead to negative reviews and a tarnished image. Consider the story of a small business that ignored customer complaints and lost loyal clients. Celebrate Success!

How To 103

How To Social Media Influencer Hiring 103

Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, an AI-powered video creation tool designed for viral social media content thrives through influencer and organic campaigns. On the other hand, an AI customer service platform targeting enterprise clients performs best in offline events or VIP dinners where relationships drive trust.

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Channels Scale Strategy Distribution 112

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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Sales Goal Meeting Trade Show Ideal Customer Profile 312

Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

With over 25 years of experience in the digital landscape, Jonathan shared his profound insights on how entrepreneurs can harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to drive business success, particularly in sales and marketing. Encourage Clarifying Questions: Example: “Ask me clarifying questions if needed.”

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Video Lead Rank Lead Scoring Sports 104

Sales and Marketing Management

APRIL 26, 2019

I was surprised to hear him talk about the fact that his company was now embracing specialist sales roles. The CMO said this “breakthrough” strategy was the foundation of the company’s sales and marketing plans. The days of the sales generalist are over. Just consider the following: Customers are actively avoiding salespeople.

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Top of Funnel Ideal Customer Profile Customer Lead Rank 229

SocialSellinator

JULY 14, 2023

By utilizing social media services and marketing, small business owners can leverage their online presence , expand their reach, and engage with their target customers like never before. Keep reading to learn how social media services can power up your enterprise!

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Outsourcing Services Social Media Small Business Small Business 88

Steven Rosen

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Rika Cuff , Senior Vice President of Scholastic and Champ Sales at Herff Jones, discusses the importance of sales leadership in sales culture development. Rika’s insights provide valuable lessons for sales leaders looking to create a positive and motivating team environment. Recognition goes a long way.

Social Media 156

Social Media Sales Leadership Media Face-to-face 156

Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The good news is, there are plenty of ways for your company to earn trust and loyalty from your customers, even in today’s busy marketplace. Let’s get into our top five strategies to build customer loyalty! Invest in multi-channel customer service. They visit your website, where they find a customer support email address.

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Loyalty Customer Incentives Incentive 206

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Sharing information, being active on social media, and creating interesting content can all help people get to know who you are and what you do. Here are 5 ways you can get your audience to know you: Have conversations with people on social media, and answer their questions. You can even benefit your entire industry.

Social Media 227

Social Media Top of Funnel Face-to-face Conference 227

SalesFuel

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The State of Organic Social Over half of surveyed marketers remain committed to organic social media. Marketers can quickly place content, especially if they are managing organic social themselves. Up to 65% of businesses use organic social for premarketing research. They cant prove the return on their investment.

Top of Funnel 59

Top of Funnel Social Media Marketing Consumer 59

Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Copyblogger FM covers topics related to content marketing, copywriting, freelance writing, and social media marketing. This podcast shares the latest tools, techniques, and strategies to help you generate online leads, sales, and build engagement. Listen for real insight on the real people doing real work in social media.

Paid Content 252

Paid Content Marketing Social Media Top of Funnel 252

Zoominfo

MARCH 26, 2018

These differences range from price point to length of sales cycle, to key buying motivators, and beyond. Put the customer before the product. The more personas you have, the more personalized your customer experience will be. Use social media to interact with your audience. Ready to learn more? Keep reading!

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B2C B2B Marketing Social Media 209

Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 4, 2024

AI makes customers happier. From automating mundane tasks (like data entry, scheduling, follow-ups) to generating creative content (email and social media copy), AI can simplify workflows, boost productivity, and handle repetitive tasks. Marketing , sales, customer service, you name it.

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Benefit Data Social Media Customer Service 91

Smooth Sale

DECEMBER 3, 2024

While we enjoy the ease of interaction provided by mobile devices and social media platforms, we’re also concerned about losing what makes human connection unique and special. Gina Robertson, Vice President of Client Services at Ansafone Contact Centers, the parent company of Endicott Call Centersur, provides our guest blog.

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Influencer How To Social Media Call-back 103

The Sales Hunter

JANUARY 18, 2019

I can even look at your profile on social media and see the name of the company you work for. If you know anything about Nordstrom, you know that they’re all about service. I’m talking about real, personal customer service. I’ve been struck by the amount of attention his passing has created on social media.

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Lead Rank Lead Scoring Scale Social Media 181

Zoominfo

JULY 10, 2019

It’s impossible to quantify the number of conversations happening on social media. They also take to social media to discuss the products they buy and the brands they buy from. Modern marketers can’t allow these conversations to fall on deaf ears — and that’s where social listening comes in. Strategy measurement.

Social Media 180

Social Media Media Ideal Customer Profile Lead Generation 180

Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Efficiency and Proximity to Sales : Agility : Internal teams can respond more swiftly to market changes and customer needs, as they are directly connected to the sales and customer service departments. Common roles include copywriters, graphic designers, and social media managers.

Lead Rank 95

Lead Rank Outsourcing Services Lead Scoring Marketing 95

SBI Growth

FEBRUARY 9, 2013

You have two major responsibilities; Sales Enablement and Promotion. The team updated dates and added a few social media additions. This includes sales staff, website, Lead Development Representatives from your Lead Generation program, customer service, etc. Careers will be made or heads will roll.

Promotion 317

Promotion Channels Influencer Decision Maker 317

SalesFuel

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Smart responses to customer complaints When first hearing of a complaint, sellers first step should be to acknowledge it. Respond quickly, whether via email, social media, phone, or in person. When first addressing a customer complaint, you must listen. Customer complaints are not an enjoyable part of being in sales.

Customer 52

Customer Hiring How To Face-to-face 52

No More Cold Calling

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Whether you’re watching the news or perusing social media, you’ll see plenty of stories about people behaving badly, selfishly, or rudely. Impeccable customer service and caring are just part of their culture. We need to speak up when people do the right thing. I’ve been to many meetings there.

Hotels 282

Hotels Licensing Cold Calling Social Media 282

SMEI

JANUARY 5, 2024

In today’s highly competitive job market, particularly in the dynamic fields of sales and marketing, standing out to prospective employers is more crucial than ever. Keeping Up with Industry Trends The sales and marketing sector is continuously evolving, with new tools, strategies, and market dynamics emerging regularly.

Marketing 219

Marketing Ideal Customer Profile Social Media Webinar Metrics 219

Sales and Marketing Management

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

In the sales world, brand alignment requires a smooth, consistent set of interactions among your internal team, as well as between your company and your customers. Everything, from how your customer service reps answer the phone to the clickable content you post on social media, reinforces your brand narrative.

Top of Funnel 185

Top of Funnel Social Media Face-to-face Funnel 185

Zoominfo

MARCH 27, 2018

A quarter of Millennials are fully engaged customers, and their engagement is highly dependent on technology ( source ). Customer service interactions over Twitter have increased 250% in the last two years ( source ). On average 29% of B2B customers are fully engaged ( source ).

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Customer Consumer Channels Customer Service 196

The Sales Hunter

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Sales leadership is nothing more than interacting with others to make a positive impact. We can break it down even further and say that sales leadership is just people connecting with people. Sales and leadership are one and the same. Sales is only as complicated as we want to make it. Sales is helping people.

Motivation 200

Motivation B2C Sales Leadership Social Media 200

No More Cold Calling

APRIL 29, 2019

I’m sure you could “fill in the blank” for any number of retailers, and when you have a bad customer experience, you feel the need to tell people about it. What happens in B2B companies when a salesperson pitches strangers on social media , when customer service takes hours to respond, or when the solution didn’t work as promised?

Referrals 261

Referrals B2B Sales Qualified Lead Cold Calling 261

Zoominfo

JANUARY 18, 2021

Modern CRM tools can now be used to manage customer relationships across the entire customer journey, which spans marketing, sales, customer service, and more. In today’s business world, the customer truly is king, and they have more buying power than ever. So, what’s the overall goal?

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CRM Data Ideal Customer Profile Strategy 204

Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Today, we’re sharing the ultimate list of sales podcasts. If you work in sales, it’s our hope that this list of sales podcasts provides you with some fresh listening material, newfound inspiration, and the tips and tricks you need to excel in the world of sales. The Ultimate List of Sales Podcasts. Listen here.

Hiring 269

Hiring Top of Funnel B2B Lead Rank 269

Zoominfo

MARCH 3, 2019

In the world of B2B sales, company research is a critical aspect of any successful rep’s daily duties. In fact, access to the right research tools and information can make or break your ability to identify target accounts, personalize a sales pitch, and ultimately, close deals. Sprout Social. Let’s get into it! DiscoverOrg.

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Research B2B Tools Company 233

Zoominfo

OCTOBER 4, 2019

But, in the rapidly changing sales and marketing landscape, it’s important to challenge the status quo. Now is the time to expand upon the confines of B2B and B2C, and start thinking in terms that better reflect the customer-centric world we live in. Enter, B2P (business-to-person) sales and marketing. Keep reading!

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B2C B2B Marketing Lead Rank 182

Smooth Sale

JUNE 12, 2024

Chatbots and virtual assistants can enhance customer service by offering immediate assistance and effectively resolving frequent problems. Optimize Your Website for Mobile Shopping By 2024, mobile commerce will account for most e-commerce sales as more people shop online via smartphones.

Social Media 173

Social Media Loyalty Consumer Influencer 173

SalesFuel

DECEMBER 5, 2024

This powerful tool to master sales is asking for a referral. This Master Sales Technique is Underutilized Salespeople report that only 30% of their clients have given them a sales referral in the past year. of buyers look for comments by others on social media when researching a supplier or service.

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Ideal Customer Profile Hiring Referrals Sales Qualified Lead 59