Sales Gravy

JANUARY 14, 2025

Eric in Lewiston, Maine, asks how to use last years data to create and accurate sales plans and evaluate software tools (like CRMs and ZoomInfo) to make those goals happen. Eric wanted to know which metrics from the previous year he and his team should be analyzing to inform this year's targets. You have a wish list. The short answer?

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Data Tools Intent Data Top of Funnel 98

Anthony Cole Training

APRIL 3, 2025

AI is another tool that offers many benefits for salespeople, and staying informed as AI is evolving will be important. The information that consumers and businesses used to call or visit companies to attain became readily available at the prospects desk and fingertips.

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Journal Insurance Insurance Comparison 167

Vengreso

OCTOBER 22, 2024

But before we begin, ask yourself: Are you using the right tools to measure your sales team’s success? Discover the surprising method top leaders use to identify the most effective sales tools, and how it saved a business a quarter million dollars. It’s time to rethink your sales tool strategy.

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Tools Social Media Channels Sales Methodology 71

Vengreso

JANUARY 13, 2025

The landscape is being transformed by innovative tools designed for sales acceleration, optimize processes, and enhance productivity through an accelerated sales process. While many may be familiar with mainstream solutions, there are several sales acceleration tools flying under the radar that can provide a significant edge.

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Vengreso

JANUARY 7, 2025

This article explores the cutting-edge tools and methodologies that will define the future of video sales mastery, with a spotlight on Vengreso’s FlyMSG Sales Pro Plan for teams , the top choice for salespeople seeking to elevate their video sales performance.

Video 75

Video Tools Top of Funnel Analytics 75

SalesFuel

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Social video is one of the influencer marketing tools that should be used by both B2C and B2B influencers. Influencer Marketing Tools: Social Video B2B’s Mistrust of Influencers According to a study from Ogilvy , B2B brands don’t trust influencer marketing. Here’s how. 71% of B2B buyers in the U.S. Their competition certainly isn’t.

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Influencer B2B Video Tools 59

Understanding the Sales Force

JANUARY 15, 2025

How is it that in 2024, people are still hailing BANT as some kind of relevant and beneficial sales tool? Here are three reasons: Some suggest that it’s great as a lead scoring tool. Informed: These are written by bonafide sales experts who know that BANT is as outdated as a horse-drawn carriage and a manual typewriter.

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Sales Process Lead Rank Lead Scoring Sales Qualified Lead 173

Sales 2.0

OCTOBER 21, 2024

When the Internet arrived, buyers’ need to speak to a salesperson to get basic information was eliminated. Buyers could go online and get all the information they needed. My estimate is that with modern tools and social networks we can be on the high end of this number, if we are organized and disciplined. Who are your 250?

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Scale Social Media Outbound Referrals 195

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Salesforce AppExchange is a marketplace that makes it easy for busy IT and go-to-market professionals to find and leverage cloud computing and software solutions that work with Salesforce s industry-leading CRM tools and services. Integration: Tools that integrate smoothly with existing Salesforce workflows, minimizing disruption.

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SalesForce Top of Funnel Demand Generation Agencies Intent Signal 130

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Sales teams are drowning in tools. For too long, sellers have been forced to juggle a grab bag of tools that claim to make selling easier. In reality, each of these tools tends to work independently and the gaps between these tools can swallow even the best go-to-market strategy. Its time to make them intelligent.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Sellers who fuel their sales process with advanced signals and the latest AI tools create twice the opportunities as their counterparts, save up to 10 hours per week on time-consuming administrative tasks, and improve productivity by 60%. The advantage is clear. How do they do it? With pain points, it’s about relevancy.

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Hiring Data Prospecting Lead Rank 214

Anthony Cole Training

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The 5 keys to creating a high-performance sales team have more to do with effectiveness and consistency in execution than any specific kind of sales enablement or CRM tool that supports selling. Successful sales leaders and managers rely on critical data because they realize that it can and will provide them with real-time information.

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Trends Sales Enablement CRM Data 177

Zoominfo

AUGUST 8, 2024

These two disciplines intersect and should inform each other, but the focus and goal of each is different. Enablement also has a halo effect on your culture and talent retention, giving sellers the tools, tactics, and confidence to stay motivated about building their careers.

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Sales Enablement Strategy Scale Hiring 130

Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 7, 2024

Today I'll walk you through the most popular SaaS CRM solutions on the market to help you find the best tool for your needs. 85% of customers say they‘re willing to spend more on a SaaS tool if there’s good customer service. But what is the best CRM for SaaS companies? Table of Contents What Is a SaaS CRM? User Experience.

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Buyers today are more informed than ever, and not just about cars, appliances, and consumer electronics. B2B Buyer Stats First and foremost, B2B buyers are users of the tools they buy. One surprising result of the 2024 B2B Buyer survey was the revelation that buyers are predominantly discovering new software tools on social media.

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Hubspot B2B Buyer Data 116

Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

The Role of AI in Sales Leadership Enhancing Efficiency AI tools can significantly enhance sales efficiency by automating routine tasks, allowing sales leaders to focus on more strategic activities such as coaching and change management. AI should be seen as a tool to augment human capabilities, not replace them.

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Sales Leadership Lead Rank Lead Scoring Video 103

Cincom Smart Selling

MARCH 16, 2025

For the sake of simplicity, Im going to toss them all into one of three bags: tools, solutions and systems. Depending on your application and your level of complexity in terms of product, market, price or organization, you may be best served by a simple, free-standing tool, or you may require a more elaborate, full-function integrated system.

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Steven Rosen

MAY 24, 2024

” – Rob Ulsh Key Takeaways: AI is not a threat to sales professionals but a powerful tool that can enhance their effectiveness. He recognized the need to understand and embrace AI as a tool for sales leadership. He encouraged sales leaders to view AI as a valuable tool in their arsenal rather than a threat to their jobs.

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Company Sales Leadership Retention Loyalty 296

Hubspot Sales

JULY 19, 2024

information quickly. Thankfully, AI presentation makers are becoming popular design tools. Speaking from experience as a teacher, and now a small business owner, I can attest that any tool that can save me time is necessary. First, I’ll explain how I tested them, and then I’ll show you each tool. Include my headshot.

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Google Enterprise Enterprise Analytics 110

Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Visitor identification software profiles website visitors, offering details like company affiliation, contact information, and browsing behavior. Informed Sales Strategies : Sales teams gain insights into visitor behavior, enabling more effective outreach. Top Website Visitor Identification Software Tools 1.

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Sales Qualified Lead Lead Rank Lead Scoring Software 130

SalesFuel

MARCH 3, 2025

B2B sellers and sales managers are increasingly relying on AI sales tools to meet sales quotas. AI and automation are becoming essential in helping organizations reach their goals by providing valuable information and enabling autonomous actions. Not all AI tools deliver on their promises. How can sales integrate AI sales tools?

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

These days, sales reps can access a wealth of prospecting tools to enrich their lead lists, like LinkedIn Sales Navigator , ChatSpot , Uplead , and PartnerTap. Pro tip: Enriching lead data with tools like ChatSpot and Sales Navigator can inform the campaign offers and content that your marketing team sends to individual prospects.

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Lead Rank Ideal Customer Profile Marketing Qualified Lead Sales Qualified Lead 118

Nutshell

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Benefits of affiliate management How to start an affiliate program Strategies for successful affiliate management Tools for affiliate management What is affiliate management? This information is well-suited for performance analysis and will make you free from the tasks of manual data crunching with strategic decisions.

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Commission How To Promotion Campaigns 117

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Around 98% of them remain anonymous throughout the buying journey, with only about 2% providing contact information via a website form-fill. Using our peerless identity graph, this information is then mapped to individuals using ZoomInfos market-leading contact data.

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Intent Signal Prospecting Intent Decision Maker 130

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 20, 2024

These tools are now essential for companies looking to maintain a competitive edge in a demanding market. They equip teams with tools for automating tasks, tracking engagement, and accessing real-time data, all of which accelerate the sales cycle and improve overall performance. What Are Sales Acceleration Platforms?

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Scale SalesForce Analytics Hubspot 130

The Pipeline

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Despite advancements in tools, methodologies, and other attempts, sales as a profession continues to struggle. Doesn’t matter the tools, the technique or anything that take the conversation away from the why of it all. While they do have more information coming at them, they lack the time to capture it all. By Tibor Shanto.

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Objections Forecasting Quota Buyer 351

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

These tools not only help teams track performance, but improve engagement strategies and optimize sales workflows. But how can you choose the right tool for your team? These tools typically include features such as click-to-call functionality, local number generation, automated follow-ups, and call recording.

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

When a prospect first reaches out for more information, I’ve found that engagement is at its peak. To meet your quota (and stay sane), it’s important to leverage AI tools and techniques that can unlock the following benefits. There have never been more ways to implement AI tools and work smarter.

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Closing Ideal Customer Profile Top of Funnel Lead Rank 115

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Beyond Basic CRM Functionality While standard CRM tools offer basic lead routing, dedicated solutions excel at managing complex workflows. By integrating seamlessly with your CRM, these tools enhance functionality and boost team efficiency. Chili Piper Chili Piper combines form routing, chat, lead distribution, and scheduling tools.

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Account Sales Qualified Lead Lead Rank Account Based Marketing 130

Vengreso

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

These intelligent tools are not just about automating tasks; they revolutionize how sales teams operate by offering personalized insights and recommendations. With a plethora of options available, businesses must make informed decisions to find the best fit that aligns with their goals. What is an AI Sales Assistant?

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Software Software Scale Sales Qualified Lead 115