Zoominfo

OCTOBER 24, 2024

And in the age of AI-assisted sales, what was once a long process of research, targeting, and crafting outreach has now become remarkably fast. But today’s top AI sales assistants don’t just help sales teams work faster — with the right data, AI helps sellers make smarter decisions. What is AI Sales Assistant Software?

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Author: Andres Lares When Joe Mauer’s contract neared its expiration in 2010, the all-star’s agent sat with him and shared how his research revealed he could secure a contract of approximately $300 million over 10 years in the free agent market. The negotiation started with the Twins offering five years, $90 million.

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No More Cold Calling

APRIL 26, 2018

More than 10 years ago, a marketing agency told me most sellers cave on price before prospects even ask for a discount. Sadly, that behavior continues in sales negotiations today. We’ve trained our buyers to expect discounts and that everything is negotiable. There are several reasons that reps end up negotiating price.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 25, 2021

Author: Andres Lares Negotiation is a soft skill and as a result it requires both training and real world experience to improve. Negotiation principles rely on strong habits, relationship building, and being able to adjust strategies on the fly. . Establishing Poker as a Proxy for the Negotiations Table. And it works.

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Sales and Marketing Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

Author: Mike Schultz, President, RAIN Group Negotiation is everywhere: in selling, setting salaries, getting the labor union back to the table, figuring out where to go out to dinner.even getting your kids to go to bed. Since negotiation is everywhere, so is negotiation advice. We feel the same about sales negotiation advice.

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Allego

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Picture this: You’re in the middle of a critical sales meeting. What separates the sales rep who walks away empty-handed from the one who closes the deal? The answer often comes down to one thing: negotiation skills. In today’s competitive market, negotiation isn’t just a skill—it’s a superpower. Let’s dive in.

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Anthony Cole Training

MARCH 24, 2022

One of the areas where we are spending a significant amount of training time in 2022 is on sales negotiation strategies, value-based selling, as well as sales negotiation techniques.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JULY 6, 2021

The post Getting Aligned: The Three Non-Negotiables of Great Leadership Teams appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management. Strong leadership alignment is built on three items: common goals, role clarity and team problem-solving for better decisions.

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 18, 2019

Author: Andres Lares, Shapiro Negotiations Institute A sales negotiation is a process, not an event. Effective sales negotiations, however, are fundamentally proactive. B2B sales are typically more complex than B2C. It starts with a single question: What should my B2B sales process look like?

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Sales and Marketing Management

JUNE 30, 2022

Negotiating with respect and being cordial during a negotiation doesn’t mean being a pushover either. The post Negotiating with Confidence appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Sales and Marketing Management

APRIL 13, 2020

Author: Andres Lares, Shapiro Negotiations Institute There is a small truism about connecting with people that anyone in sales can tell you, and they learned it early in their careers. In sales and negotiations, the uncertainty and fear spread by COVID-19 has created unanticipated obstacles and challenges.

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SalesFuel

JANUARY 23, 2025

Sales consultants often present the latest and greatest negotiation hacks guaranteed to bring success. Indeed, sales success can be achieved by working across boundaries to increase the size of the pie. True sales success is born from increasing the negotiating pie. One that incorporates our counterparts view.

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SalesFuel

DECEMBER 26, 2024

I learned that auctions are not the same as sales negotiations AND auction rules are quite firm. Use Auction Strategies in Your Sales Negotiations Auctioneers have superpowers. The law of auctions involves binding contracts, minimum bid increments and risk assumptions not commonly associated with B2B sales negotiations.

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SalesFuel

APRIL 14, 2025

During a sales negotiation, every word you say has an impact. What phrases should you avoid during a sales negotiation? What phrases should you avoid during a sales negotiation? And knowing which phrases to avoid can ensure you dont derail the entire negotiation. Stay relaxed, composed and authentic.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

After 18 years in B2B marketing, Ive seen this song and dance before. And lets face it, most B2B marketing teams didnt exactly have a foolproof plan to ensure ROI. Regardless of the strategy, one thing is non-negotiable: every event needs a strategy that drives measurable outcomes. Early in my career, events terrified me.

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Sales and Marketing Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

You can use unconscious bias as a tool to help you negotiate. The post Unconscious Bias as a Tool in Negotiations appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management. It could make the difference between making a deal and not making one.

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SalesFuel

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Seth Godin If you work in sales long enough you soon realize that money objections are not actually about money after all. Likewise, an effective pricing negotiation strategy can impact long-term aspects like customer loyalty, brand positioning , churn rate and more. This model is risky and requires a substantial investment.

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SalesFuel

MAY 1, 2025

In the competitive world of B2B sales there are several skillsets that you should master. Sales negotiation remains one of the most important. Others have addressed sales planning strategies and tips on sales performance. Furthermore, he provides an analysis of the sales reps performance to solidify his teaching.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JUNE 1, 2018

Managers of sales and marketing teams are charged with coaching up individual team members, enhancing their skill sets and improving overall team performance. Get them proficient with more marketing technologies? Storytelling has stood the test of time as a critical skill in sales and marketing?—?and

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Sales and Marketing Management

APRIL 14, 2025

AI-generated content is here to stay, but authenticity remains non-negotiable. The post How to Maintain Brand Authenticity While Using AI-Generated Visuals appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Act!

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Both scenarios involve problem-solving and engaging in a series of negotiations, often exploring alternative solutions to arrive at a win-win outcome for all parties. When implemented properly, sales negotiation strategies dont just help drive more conversions. But how do you master these sales negotiation tactics ?

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 17, 2025

The most successful leaders continuously refine their negotiation, influencing and communication skills to meet the evolving demands of the workplace. The post The Most Important Skills for Leadership to Develop appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Sales and Marketing Management

MAY 10, 2019

Author: Lonny Kocina A well-executed marketing plan is like a GPS. It guides your customers into your sales process. Done right, your marketing should result in more leads, higher sales and a stronger brand. Negotiating business contracts can be complicated. Gain competence in marketing concepts and principles.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 15, 2021

Sales reps can easily lose a successful sale if they don’t have the right tools or framework to work with. Both market and sales intelligence fall under the umbrella of lead intelligence, which collectively gives comprehensive insights about prospects. What is Sales Intelligence? What is Market Intelligence?

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SalesFuel

MARCH 12, 2025

Situational sales negotiation is a tactic that sellers should consider adding to their strategy. This style involves adjusting your negotiating to adapt to different scenarios. Every sales experience will be different regardless of how experienced you are, write the professionals at Journey.

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 30, 2020

That is why Shapiro Negotiations Institute has taught for decades how to plan for successful sales and negotiations while maintaining and enhancing the relationship for future deals. If a goal of your sales team is to make better deals, faster and at better margins, then you must read (and follow) these five tips: .

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Pipeliner

OCTOBER 26, 2024

In a recent episode of the Sales Pop Online Sellers Magazine, host John Golden sat down with Gail Kasper , a master sales trainer, author, television host, producer, and humanitarian. The system emphasizes the importance of building momentum in sales conversations and maintaining consistency, much like the behavior of cockatoos.

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SalesFuel

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Price anchoring is a sales tactic that taps into buyers psyches. It can be very helpful during price negotiations. Its the instinctive habit of using the first number encountered as a reference point when making decisions, negotiating or evaluating a purchase. It taps into what is known as anchoring bias.

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Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

By using HubSpot’s AI chatbot builder, we enabled our prospects to get answers to their questions 24/7/365, regardless of sales rep availability. Why Use AI Sales Closing Techniques With AI backing up our sales department, missed opportunities became a thing of the past — which is critical considering that sales is a numbers game.

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Be principled in your negotiation. And the greatest fear of all in sales that separates the titans from the also rans: walking on the deal. Always and only negotiate from a position of strength and never let them see you sweat or walk on you! This sales thing violates a lot of psychology. Don't cave. Is it your success?

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Allego

JANUARY 9, 2025

Medical device sales reps face greater challenges than ever, making sales certifications an essential tool for success. Further, regulatory pressures, complex buying cycles, and the rise of digital technology have transformed the way sales teams must operate. Thats where sales certifications come in.

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Sales and Marketing Management

APRIL 9, 2018

Author: Rich Lanchantin, CEO, Qstream With unemployment rates at a 10-year low, it simply isn’t practical to buy your way to sales performance by cherry-picking top reps from the market. Instead, the most resilient and successful sales organizations are building programs that draw maximum value from more of their existing reps.

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SalesFuel

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of negotiation with Andres Lares , managing partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute and co-author of 'Persuade: The 4‑Step Process to Influence People and Decisions.' In this podcast for sales managers and executive leadership, Audrey Strong, C.

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Pipeliner

JANUARY 16, 2025

In a recent episode of the expert interview series hosted by John Golden and guest Walter Crosby , a seasoned sales coach and founder of Helix Sales Development, delved into the intricate challenges of hiring, finding, and retaining top sales talent.

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Sales and Marketing Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

But this staple tactic of the poker table can be a valuable and valid tool in sales negotiations. For example, if you’re trying to negotiate a price, then both parties have the opportunity to bluff. In a sales situation, bluffing can help you maximize your revenue outcomes. How to Master the Art of Bluffing in Sales.

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Smooth Sale

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Photo by Geralt via Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Do You Bring Negotiations to Successful Conclusions? My differentiator in corporate sales is to use a polite and inquisitive tone to bring negotiations to a successful conclusion. Swami Vivekananda said, “Standup, be bold, be strong.”

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