The Center for Sales Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

Professional athletes have coaches. Oscar-winning actors have coaches. Pop icons have coaches. Wait!? Even people who have been in the business for a long time? Why do they need coaches? That’s easy! Top performers, whether they are professional athletes, Oscar-winning actors, pop icons, or sales professionals, are not content with just being good. They strive to maintain their edge, stay on top, and climb even higher.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JUNE 11, 2024

A Q&A in which Gartner Director Analyst Adnan Zijadic explains how sales managers can help their teams maximize the power of AI while keeping the important human element part of the sales process. The post Sales Leaders Must Harness the Power of AI While Keeping the Human Touch appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Force Management

JUNE 11, 2024

There are a lot of sales training organizations out there. It can be difficult to cut through the noise and find the solution that is right for your company. IIn case we haven't worked together yet, here's a look at how the Force Management approach is different and drives success and immediate impact for our customers.

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Smooth Sale

JUNE 11, 2024

Photo by Geralt via Pixabay Attract the Right Job or Clientele: Ask Questions for Clarity to Sell Your Perspective No one knows what a prospective client may want unless we ask, and the asking evolves into a growing Q&A session upfront. A sale is next to impossible or will never occur if we don’t know all the rationale behind the scenes. The effort begins with a simple yet powerful question, ‘Why?

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Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego

Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.

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Highspot

JUNE 11, 2024

Memory is fickle; without reinforcement, information easily fades away. B2B sales reps forget 87% of what they learn within 30 days of training. No matter how solid your sales training program is, it won’t make a lasting impact without coaching. The problem is, many organizations still don’t know what good sales coaching looks like. So, how can you build an effective coaching program that drives consistent sales execution?

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SocialSellinator

JUNE 11, 2024

Discover the essentials of a basic social media package. Learn about key components, benefits, and pricing strategies for effective social media management.

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SalesFuel

JUNE 11, 2024

You’ve finally made it into the leadership position you’ve always wanted. It should be smooth sailing from now on, right? But what if you possess annoying leadership behaviors such as a tendency for micromanagement. Micromanagement and Other Leadership Behaviors to Let Go of Now Every leader wants to believe that they bring the right set of behaviors into the workplace.

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SocialSellinator

JUNE 11, 2024

Unlock the power of professional social media services for brand growth. Discover top services and tips to boost visibility and engagement in 2024.

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Alice Heiman

JUNE 11, 2024

Episode Summary Ever felt the frustration of navigating customer service bots that just don’t get your problem? Alex Levin of Regal.io understands this pain all too well and is transforming customer interaction with a human touch. He shares his journey from working to build Angie’s list to cofounding Regal.io, getting customer feedback in the early days and growing sales to $3M ARR in the first year.

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Speaker: Laura Noonan, Chief Revenue Officer at CallFinder + Angie Kronlage, Director of Program Success at Working Solutions + April Wiita, Vice President of Program Success at Working Solutions

Are you still manually reviewing calls? 🤔 It's time for a change! The traditional method of manual call monitoring is no longer cutting it in today's fast-paced call center environment. Industry experts Angie Kronlage and April Wiita from Working Solutions are here to explore the power of innovative automation to revolutionize outdated call review processes!

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SocialSellinator

JUNE 11, 2024

Discover how much you should pay for social media management pricing packages in 2024. Learn about costs, pricing models, and more!

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Grant Cardone

JUNE 11, 2024

To the delight of our sweet tooth, the footlong Subway cookie is available again after an unexplained vanishing act. Although we are not ones to look a gift horse in the mouth… What happened? And, is offering large menu items a good idea for the brand? The quick-service sub-restaurants made its bread in the early […] The post Subway Footlong Cookie Returns From Mysterious Disappearance appeared first on GCTV.

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Allego

JUNE 11, 2024

Do you know what separates high-performing sales teams from the rest of the crowd? Sales enablement. When you give your reps the tools, content, and training they need to confidently close deals, you proactively remove barriers and set them up for incredible success. In fact, research from HubSpot shows that 65% of sales leaders who outperformed revenue targets have a dedicated sales enablement person or team. 65% of sales leaders who outperformed revenue targets have a dedicated sales enablemen

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BuzzBoard

JUNE 11, 2024

Exploring Various Ways to Enhance the Lead Generation Tactics Within an Internet Agency The realm of online marketing is ever-changing and for durable internet agency growth, it’s important to consider varying methods for enhancing lead generation. The first step toward boosting your agency’s lead generation is comprehending your target audience.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Nimble - Sales

JUNE 11, 2024

Sales role plays are a critical training tool in business-to-business (B2B) sales environments. They help sales representatives hone their skills, anticipate client needs, and prepare for a variety of sales situations. Effective use of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system can further enhance the value of these exercises by allowing for the tracking and analysis […] The post Sales Role Play Scenarios for B2B Business and How to Track Them with CRM appeared first on Nimble Blog.

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BuzzBoard

JUNE 11, 2024

Understanding the Basics of Marketing Automation for Small Businesses It’s crucial to understand the value of marketing automation for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This technology, an integral component of a comprehensive digital strategy, streamlines your marketing campaigns, enhancing efficiency. Marketing automation essentially refers to using software and web-based services to execute, manage, and automate marketing tasks and processes.

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Salesfolks

JUNE 11, 2024

In the current economic climate, businesses must carefully consider whether discounting is the right strategy to maintain or grow sales. While discounting can stimulate demand, clear inventory, and improve cash flow, it also comes with risks such as margin erosion and brand devaluation. By implementing a strategic discounting approach, businesses can mitigate these risks and leverage discounts effectively.

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Lead411

JUNE 11, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to B2B Leads: Strategies, Tools, and Best Practices for 2024 In B2B sales, generating high-quality leads is crucial for business growth and success. Whether you’re a seasoned marketer or new to the field, understanding the intricacies of B2B lead generation can significantly impact your bottom line. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential strategies, tools, and best practices for acquiring and nurturing B2B leads effectively.

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Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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Pipeliner

JUNE 11, 2024

You’ve been daydreaming about this idea for months, maybe even years. You’ve scribbled notes on napkins, argued with your friends about your genius plan, and finally, you’ve got a rock-solid business plan that practically begs to become a reality. However, the truth is, most ventures require capital to get off the ground. This is where securing a loan for your new business becomes an essential step.

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PandaDoc

JUNE 11, 2024

What is B2B sales, and what strategies can you use to maximize your success? Whether you’re a B2B-native startup or an established direct-to-consumer company pivoting to B2B sales, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about B2B. From the benefits and types of B2B sales to key best practices, strategies, and more, let’s dive into the world of business-to-business selling.

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Mindtickle

JUNE 11, 2024

Customers are the lifeblood of any organization. Without customers, you won’t make any money or be in business for long. Modern B2B customers have high expectations. Businesses must prioritize meeting these expectations across the customer lifecycle. Establishing a solid customer enablement strategy is key to ensuring that your customers are happy and that they’ll stay long-term.

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PandaDoc

JUNE 11, 2024

Sales teams have a lot on their plates and, in the past, they often ended up spending more time on administrative tasks than building relationships with prospects and customers. But today, they’re starting to think differently about how they use their time. For almost a third of sales reps, their top goal for this year is making the sales process more efficient , and for 23%, using data more effectively is the priority.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

Longer sales cycles. Increasingly discerning buyers. More meetings. Intensifying competition. Economic uncertainty. Go-to-market teams of every size, in every industry, are grappling with these challenges firsthand. Thankfully, there’s an answer. We’ve developed an entirely new way for GTM leaders to identify and execute proven, data-driven strategies that drive revenue.

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