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APRIL 6, 2014

Over my selling years, I had 22 sales managers whom I directly reported to. Somehow, even in my early sales days, I learned to find someone upbeat, positive, and skilled who I could emulate and hopefully be coached by even if they were not my manager. Three Ways to Be Coachable and Grow Your Sales. Increase Opportunities.

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APRIL 18, 2014

If you are in Inside sales – send a follow up email to assure a potential buyer that you have their back, even if they are not going to buy today. Lori Richardson is recognized on Forbes as one of the “Top 30 Social Sales Influencers” worldwide. The quickest way to accomplish success is through giving.

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APRIL 5, 2014

Remote professional selling, or Inside Sales, is tough – lots of activity and not always a lot of revenue to show for it. Suddenly your first deal closes – or your first deal after a slump – or enough deals to get you to the next level in your comp plan – and wow, is sales great! Challenge your self-limiting beliefs.

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APRIL 14, 2014

Inside Sales Power Tip 122 was about Keeping Your Focus. Inside Sales Power Tip 145 was about Execution - while action and execution are similar, I don’t think we could talk about it enough since it is so critical for your success. email lori@scoremoresales.com | My LinkedIn Profile | twitter | Visit us on google+.

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Hubspot Sales

APRIL 9, 2020

Similarly, your business's inside sales team needs the right technology to be as productive and impactful as possible. Not to mention, just because the tools and tech you have in place for your outside sales team work well for their needs, doesn't necessarily mean they'll be an ideal fit for your inside sales reps, too.

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No More Cold Calling

MARCH 17, 2015

What salespeople—and sales managers— need to understand is that calls are either hot or cold. Inside Sales Meets No More Cold Calling: An eBook I was thrilled when Ken Krogue, founder of InsideSales.com , invited me to present with him at Dreamforce 2014. Avoid common mistakes sales teams make. Delete, delete, delete.

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APRIL 21, 2014

I said, “let’s talk – by telephone” She responded by saying, What’s wrong with Skype or a Google Hangout? . Yes, I like Skype and I like Google Hangouts, don’t get me wrong. Lori Richardson is recognized on Forbes as one of the “Top 30 Social Sales Influencers” worldwide.

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Understanding the Sales Force

AUGUST 18, 2015

Sales Process isn't even the only thing that inbound marketers say is dead. Let's start with my recent Google search for "Sales Process is Dead." One article was written by a sales expert discussing the concept of following the buyer's purchasing process. Don't get me wrong. Are Top Salespeople Challengers? April 29 2013.

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SBI Growth

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Increasingly, companies are missing the number because they lack a formal sales strategy. Many are not making the number because a sales strategy is absent. You may be wondering how prepared your sales team is heading into next year. As you plan for next year, a defined sales strategy is a must have. Signs of Trouble.

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SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Your Sales Strategy. It is one thing to have a sales strategy. VPs of Sales are asking the question “What have I done before?”. VPs of Sales are asking questions like: Is our Sales Process good enough? Are my Sales Managers good enough? Do This— Start with a Sales Strategy Blueprint. This is flawed.

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Salesmate

JANUARY 24, 2021

Just like every important element of our lives, technology has changed the face of sales. Both – Businesses and customers have grown comfortable with sales inside an office. Companies have started to build a workforce that finds prospects inside four walls. So what exactly is inside sales?

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DECEMBER 11, 2014

How are B2B sales leaders planning for their teams in 2015? Top 20 sales experts weigh in on this, including me. I was pleased to be a part of this e-book (download here) created by Velocify which addresses a number of issues that are on the minds of sales leaders everywhere. Increase Opportunities. Expand Your Pipeline.

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Pointclear

JUNE 20, 2013

Keeping up to date on the latest innovations and opinions in sales can be time-consuming, especially in the the digital space. Sales Sphere features relevant blog articles from PointClear''s online B2B sales circles. Will Google Glass Revolutionize Buying and Selling? Inside Sales Power Tip 118 – Share Insight.

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JUNE 2, 2014

In Ken Krogue’s full day session on Business Development – inside sales tips, strategies, tools, and methodology, this acronym was one of the highlights of his session because it brings everything you need in sales together. Ken has identified over 27 types of inside sales campaigns. Ready for it?

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DECEMBER 22, 2014

” Lori Richardson is recognized on Forbes as one of the “Top 30 Social Sales Influencers” worldwide. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. email lori@scoremoresales.com | My LinkedIn Profile | twitter | Visit us on google+. Increase Opportunities.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2014

Looking for great sales talent? A panel of sales hiring and retention experts spoke yesterday at the AA-ISP Boston Chapter event. (If If you are not aware, the AA-ISP stands for American Association of Inside Sales Professionals). Devon McDonald, Director Sales & Marketing Support, OpenView Venture Partners.

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Hiring Sales Talent NetSuite Lead Rank 223

SBI Growth

JANUARY 25, 2013

As a sales rep, every so often you must ask yourself the question: Are you aiming for the bull’s-eye…or wearing it? Ray Kurzweil, author, inventor, futurist and Director of Engineering at Google. Life as a sales rep is no exception. Improve your ‘A’ Player characteristics to: Increase sales. Reduce sales effort.

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JULY 10, 2014

We are creating an epic list of skills and traits of good sales managers. Some of the sales leaders were phenomenal – like Al Martin who came from IBM. (Who What traits do you admire about your sales manager if you are a rep? Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies.

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JULY 22, 2014

Midmarket companies and larger SMBs seem to fall into three camps: the ones who understand the power of social sales and actively work to build a plan of action, the ones who are coming around to this idea but not doing much yet, and those who are turning a blind eye and are missing a great window of opportunity. Keep Track of Your Buyers.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Recently a panel discussed 9 of the top sales myths in business-to-business selling. I had the honor and pleasure of being a panelist, along with two of my favorite sales and marketing experts, Nancy Nardin of Smart Selling Tools and Matt Heinz of Heinz Marketing. It will keep me looking to bust some more sales myths.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2014

You are a seller and one of your big sales opportunities has stalled. Sales author Anne Miller gives us some examples: Hit? Determination, persistence and energy–everything a sales manager wants in a new hire, expressed metaphorically to win a job. Kill Crutch Words – Inside Sales Power Tip 133.

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Hiring Lead Rank Lead Scoring Inside Sales 229

No More Cold Calling

JUNE 26, 2014

I also delete plenty of emails about inside sales campaigns and offers for lists of leads. I only want to communicate with sales leaders and salespeople who value my content and who want to hear from me. Follow Joanne on Google+ or Twitter @ReferralSales , or connect on LinkedIn and Facebook. DO Be a Welcome Call.

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JANUARY 15, 2013

B2B content kings Openview Labs first came out with a list of Top Sales Influencers for 2012, which was an honor to be listed on. At the end of last year, they asked us all what we thought would be the trends for sellers and sales leaders in 2013. Sales Team Shake-Ups: Fewer Field Reps, More Inside Sales.

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JULY 31, 2014

We have written about social sales relationship building and social sales research. Google alerts was the first to send emailed updates on what is happening with key words you’ve selected to monitor. Lori Richardson is recognized on Forbes as one of the “Top 30 Social Sales Influencers” worldwide.

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MAY 9, 2014

There are dozens and dozens of resources showing ways to use LinkedIn to help sales grow. Here is a page I created to help sales professionals with a variety or resources. Now that you have your sales position, change your summary to attract buyers or those who can refer buyers your way, not recruiters. Koka Sexton, Sr.

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LinkedIn Ideal Customer Profile Webinar Metrics Decision Maker 222

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NOVEMBER 28, 2014

Use Google and Bing to see if you rank at all for any of the topics you should. Lori Richardson is recognized on Forbes as one of the “Top 30 Social Sales Influencers” worldwide. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. Not sure how you show up online?

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JUNE 20, 2014

Whether you are ending your week, starting your week or somewhere in between you can put these 7 tips to score more sales into play at any time. Sales is such a mental game, and being able to tackle your day with an edge will assist you in big ways. FOCUS: A professional sales position is typically entrepreneurial.

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Lead Rank Lead Scoring Ideal Customer Profile Sales Qualified Lead 237

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OCTOBER 3, 2014

If you are in sales, take a look at your email inbox now. I will post the results AND will be sharing aggregated responses when I talk about sales productivity at Dreamforce on October 14th (9AM at the Marriott Marquis if you are going to Dreamforce) There are no names attached to this survey – so please be honest.

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JUNE 30, 2014

To win in sales you, and your company, need a recipe for success. The ingredients to win in sales must be pure and of high quality to create a great, high-end, finished product. Here is what we believe it takes to compete with a strong solid sales team that closes the right deals with great sales velocity.

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Hiring Ideal Customer Profile Territories Commission 247

Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 5, 2024

I’ve been in contact with sales experts about how AI has helped them. They’ve shared tips and AI hacks for inside sales reps, as well as tips for coping with — and bouncing back from — bad sales months. After initially flattening the learning curves, sales teams are getting more done in less time.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2014

There is no argument among sales leaders that finding, hiring, and retaining good sales reps is the biggest challenge in leading an organization to higher profits. But how to hire the right sales reps? Assessment Tool: Objective Management Group Sales Candidate Assessment. Increase Opportunities. Expand Your Pipeline.

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DECEMBER 29, 2014

In sales, you cannot assume that other reps and teammates know exactly what to do and say at every moment to grow revenues. Sales reps – whether they are your team or your teammates – need ongoing work on the messaging that happens with buyers. Did you ever learn about compound interest? 2 minutes). Increase Opportunities.

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Lead Rank Lead Scoring Sales Qualified Lead Energy 215

SBI Growth

AUGUST 14, 2013

It’s getting harder for your sales reps to get at bats these days. As a result, your sales team is missing out on revenue opportunities. Competitors are beating your sales team consistently. Think about the last 3 meetings you took with a sales rep. Your sales team needs the ability to sell this way.

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APRIL 28, 2014

The title caught my attention and since I had recently met him through his company’s list of 100 Social Sales Influencers it seemed like a good idea to sit in on this one. Sign up here for the Google Hangout and complimentary e-book. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies.

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SBI Growth

AUGUST 24, 2012

How do you plan on selling your sales strategy recommendation to the CSO? Over the last month you, the Sales Operations leader, have been thick in the weeds identifying growth opportunities to support your upcoming sales strategy plan. Insert : Google’s Motion Chart Gadget. Bruce Gabrielle, Speaking PowerPoint.

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AUGUST 5, 2014

We dart in and out of potential sales opportunities. Lori Richardson is recognized on Forbes as one of the “Top 30 Social Sales Influencers” worldwide. Lori speaks, writes, trains, and consults with inside sales teams in mid-sized companies. As sellers we often work in a haphazard manner. Expand Your Pipeline.

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OCTOBER 13, 2014

I am convinced sales reps are making key mistakes when it comes to sending email messages. The email I receive weekly from sales “professionals” serve as great examples. One vendor’s rep invited me to come and hear the top sales influencers they have asked to speak at sessions they are sponsoring.

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