Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Account-based marketing (ABM) is not a new discipline, but the tools that help fuel successful ABM are constantly evolving. In short, ABM treats individual high-value accounts or collections of good-fit prospect accounts as mini-campaigns, surrounding their buying committees and key influencers with targeted, value-driven marketing assets.

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Account Based Marketing Account Software Software 130

Understanding the Sales Force

MARCH 31, 2025

We all get these spammy emails and LinkedIn messages on a daily basis which promise more meetings, more customers, an increase in revenue, and success like we’ve never seen before. It’s very similar to how we did it before the prominence of email, text, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn. April Fools.

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Pipeline How To Cold Calling Inbound 188

Sales 2.0

MAY 29, 2020

As sales forces have been sent home and told their clients won’t meet them with them in-person, they have had to use new digital tools just to keep doing their job. Prospecting. There are some great digital listening tools out there. Do your online research to find out what is changing in your prospect’s environment.

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Commission Webinar Metrics LinkedIn Up-Sell 511

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Manual sales prospecting and lead generation doesn’t get your sales and marketing teams where they need to be for their quotas — and it wastes time. However, when these teams are equipped with the right tools, such as sales intelligence, less important tasks can be automated so that reps can focus on lead strategies. 1 for good reason.

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Hoovers Campaigns InsideView Tools 264

Adaptive Business Services

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Time flies and I’m guessing that it has been close to 10 years since LinkedIn decided to close its access doors to most third-party applications including Nimble CRM. Shortly thereafter, they did authorize limited access to a few enterprise level CRMs providing that you have the right LinkedIn premium account. Here’s how!

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LinkedIn CRM Prospecting Lead Qualification 62

SalesFuel

JANUARY 20, 2025

Successful sellers know that there are major opportunities for prospecting on LinkedIn for quality leads. Half of B2B buyers use LinkedIn to help make purchase decisions, showing it's a critical platform for sales, writes Disha Shukla. Should you try prospecting on LinkedIn?

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Ideal Customer Profile LinkedIn Prospecting Hiring 52

Vengreso

OCTOBER 22, 2024

If you’re feeling frustrated by the lack of engagement and response from your prospecting efforts, then you are not alone! But before we begin, ask yourself: Are you using the right tools to measure your sales team’s success? It’s time to rethink your sales tool strategy. A fool with a tool is still a fool.

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Tools Social Media Channels Sales Methodology 71

Mr. Inside Sales

MAY 12, 2024

Who do you think knows why your prospect buys? Who do you think knows when your prospect is going to buy? The answer, of course, is your prospect! The problem for many sales reps, is that they prefer to pitch and talk at prospects more than they actually ask questions and listen. Or who they like to buy from?

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Prospecting Face-to-face Gatekeeper Licensing 212

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. Here’s the thing though, reps need actionable techniques and tips to make their prospecting systematic, smooth, and, of course, profitable. What are Prospecting Techniques? How did you find those prospects?

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Ideal Customer Profile Prospecting Cold Calling Decision Maker 264

No More Cold Calling

APRIL 6, 2025

You know that high-performing sales teams dont rely on chance; they build referral-driven pipelines that produce prospect introductions, shorten sales cycles, and eliminate the noise of traditional prospecting. A sales strategy isnt about tools or trendsits about how your company attracts and serves customers.

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Referrals Pipeline Face-to-face GoldMine 156

The Pipeline

JANUARY 22, 2019

People will tell you that the number one reason sellers do not like to prospect, specifically telephone prospecting, is rejection. There is no mistaking a rejection on the phone, but with those other softer tools, you can tell yourself they’re just ignoring you, maybe next time. By Tibor Shanto. Best Defence Is a Good Offence.

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Objections Prospecting SME Cold Calling 267

Zoominfo

MARCH 3, 2019

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. As a B2B sales rep, the more you know about a prospect and their company, the easier it is to sell to them. This next tool is a no-brainer. Check it out!

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Research B2B Tools Company 233

Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Effective sales prospecting is a multistep process that requires systematic prospect discovery, qualification, and outreach. In this post, you’ll learn the 19 best sales prospecting tools to help you engage with your ideal prospects. What Is a Sales Prospecting Tool? Choosing the Right Tools.

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Tools Ideal Customer Profile Prospecting Intent Data 128

LinkedFusion

DECEMBER 22, 2024

LinkedIn has evolved into a critical platform for professional networking, lead generation, and business growth. As we move into 2024, the demand for effective LinkedIn automation tools is at an all-time high, especially as businesses look to streamline their outreach efforts and personalize interactions at scale. LinkedFusion.io

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Comparison LinkedIn Scale Tools 40

Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Visitor identification software offers a powerful solution, helping your go-to-market team transform anonymous website visitors into qualified prospects, leads, and revenue. Top Website Visitor Identification Software Tools 1.

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Sales Qualified Lead Lead Scoring Lead Rank Software 130

Zoominfo

AUGUST 27, 2024

This not only maximizes ROI, but also minimizes wasted time and resources on low-potential prospects. By integrating with other account-based marketing tools, CRM systems, and customer data platforms, marketing account intelligence software creates a unified and comprehensive view of each customer.

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Ideal Customer Profile Account Based Marketing Account Lead Rank 130

Sales 2.0

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Prospecting : Companies routinely run cold calling prospecting processes that fail 99% of the time, with 1 in 100 calls getting a meeting. Smarter approaches to prospecting are needed. One of the main reasons for this low close rate is that sales people miss decisionmakers in the prospect company. Where does this time go?

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Territories Compensation Scale Decision Maker 396

DiscoverOrg Sales

JANUARY 22, 2018

As DiscoverOrg’s Manager of Strategic Accounts, I’m always looking for ways to use personal touchpoints to engage prospects via email. I start with a thoughtful, well-researched cold email that shows just how well I knows my prospect – both the pain points they experience in their job, as well as their personal interests.

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Prospecting Decision Maker Ideal Customer Profile Data 258

Nutshell

MAY 15, 2023

For outbound sales teams, prospecting software is essential to finding new leads and nurturing them into customers. Sales prospecting tools for lead generation are critical for helping sales representatives find, qualify, and reach more prospects.

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CRM Tools Ideal Customer Profile Prospecting 127

LinkedFusion

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

AI is revolutionizing LinkedIn outreach by making it smarter, faster, and more efficient. Discover How AI is Revolutionizing LinkedIn Outreach Gone are the days of manually scrolling through LinkedIn to find the perfect prospect. Check out our previous post on LinkedIn Automation Best Practices to get started.

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Lead Generation Lead Scoring Lead Rank LinkedIn 52

LinkedFusion

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

AI is revolutionizing LinkedIn outreach by making it smarter, faster, and more efficient. Discover How AI is Revolutionizing LinkedIn Outreach Gone are the days of manually scrolling through LinkedIn to find the perfect prospect. Check out our previous post on LinkedIn Automation Best Practices to get started.

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Lead Generation Lead Scoring Lead Rank LinkedIn 52

Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

These are useful tools, but we’re long past the era where companies can rely solely on them to drive business. When others are not being innovative with the video phenomenon occurring in communications, it’s your chance to stand out by sending personalized video emails to your prospects. LinkedIn Voicemail:?Yes,

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Quota Channels Decision Maker Cold Calling 296

Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

How to Build a Lead List My Tips for Building a Sales Lead List A prospect may have shown interest in a product or service by responding to an online offer, visiting your company’s booth at a conference, or engaging with social media posts. Enhanced Prospect Profiles The better your prospect profile, the better your call outcomes.

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

Zoominfo

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Sales acceleration platforms provide a powerful solution, helping businesses optimize workflows, engage prospects, and convert leads more efficiently. These tools are now essential for companies looking to maintain a competitive edge in a demanding market. Sales teams face constant pressure to close deals faster and more effectively.

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Scale SalesForce Analytics Hubspot 130

No More Cold Calling

JULY 13, 2021

You get an introduction to your prospect, and you get a meeting with the decision maker. They believe a call isn’t cold because it’s a marketing-qualified lead, because the prospect downloaded a whitepaper, or because they have a mutual connection on LinkedIn. If you don’t get the meeting, Part Two doesn’t matter.

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Decision Maker Referrals Sales Qualified Lead Marketing Qualified Lead 401

Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Activities like prospect outreach, cultivating brand awareness, and online relationship building are all enhanced by social media — so having a solid presence on these platforms can really help your case. Social selling isn‘t about bombarding prospects with generic sales pitches; it’s about building relationships.

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Social Selling Social Media Media Networking 108

No More Cold Calling

OCTOBER 1, 2021

LinkedIn invitations to connect from people who immediately send you a sales pitch. Nonstop pitching via LinkedIn Invitations and comments. Unless you address the broken links in your prospecting system, your sales reps will continue to struggle with closing the deal. Yes, you are the very best tool in your sales toolkit.

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Referrals Decision Maker Cold Calling Social Media 316

LinkedFusion

DECEMBER 20, 2024

When it comes to finding quality leads, LinkedIn isnt just another social media platformits the largest professional network in the world. And with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, youre not just scrolling through profiles; youre using a precision tool designed to help you identify, connect with, and engage your ideal clients.

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LinkedFusion

JANUARY 19, 2025

LinkedIn has become a powerhouse for professionals and businesses alike, with over 900 million members globally. Its no surprise that LinkedIn sales strategies have revolutionized how prospects are approached and deals are closed. Did you know that 80% of B2B leads come from LinkedIn? Focus on buyer intent to close deals.

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LinkedIn Closing Ideal Customer Profile Buyer Intent 40

Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 29, 2024

41:50) Building customized simulations for qualified prospects. (34:55) Guest Speaker Links (David Knight): LinkedIn: [link] Host Speaker Links (Scott Barker): LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ssbarker/ Newsletter: thegtmnewsletter.substack.com/ Sponsors: HG Insights. Plus, an analysis of the top 75 trending sales AI tools.

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Scale Top of Funnel Funnel Report 117

Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 21, 2019

Author: Sabrina Ferraioli “A trend gains power over time, because it’s not merely part of a moment, it’s a tool, a connector that will become more valuable as other people commit to engaging in it.". — Seth Godin. Automated sales prospecting. Sales prospecting tools, such as Pipedrive, Vainu.io

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Trends B2B Social Media Telemarketing 297

SalesFuel

APRIL 7, 2025

Despite its importance, salespeople dont spend a lot of time doing prospect research. Why do prospect research? Youll find that trust and credibility follow when youve learned about a prospect and demonstrated that knowledge. Doing prospect research can also save you time.

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Research Prospecting Social Media Hiring 52

Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

While the pandemic normalized remote work, I still find in-person meetings at conferences and tradeshows crucial to building real relationships with your prospects and gaining their trust. B2B Buyer Stats First and foremost, B2B buyers are users of the tools they buy.

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Hubspot B2B Buyer Data 116

Hubspot Sales

JULY 22, 2024

I’ve found that cold calling is an excellent way to engage prospects one-on-one and move them to the next step in the buying process. Cold calling is most effective when paired with strategies such as prospecting and sales qualification. Cold Call Script Examples **The prospect's phone rings** Prospect: Hello?

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Cold Calling Top of Funnel Inbound Call-back 111

BuzzBoard

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Working at a digital marketing agency, you might hear this often from your small business prospects… “I’m doing everything in my power to extend my online reach but still not garnering enough response from our digital ads.” You know what makes your prospect tick online. Small Business Digital Audit Is Now Fast & FREE!

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Small Business Small Business Tools Prospecting 105

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

The Pipeline

MAY 8, 2018

I do a lot of work with organizations trying to improve their prospecting, and the piece they look to from me is the telephone component of a robust prospecting routine. The best results happen when salespeople used a combination of telephone, e-mail and LinkedIn, consistently better than any other permeation. By Tibor Shanto.

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Inbound Call-back Cold Calling Objections 268