Selling is hard. Not always because of the market, the product, or even the competition. It’s hard because your reps need the right sales skills to navigate each conversation confidently. Here, we’ll focus on two sales skills that can set your team apart: Setting accurate expectations...
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What Does a Custom Sales Infrastructure Look Like?
A custom sales infrastructure is the foundation of a sales organization that actually delivers for you in your situation. It’s not the tech stack alone or a list of pipeline stages. It’s the detailed system that allows your people to sell effectively, your leaders to see clearly,...
read more5 B2B Sales Trends You Should Not Ignore
If there’s one thing you already know about sales trends, it’s this: Nothing stays still for long. Buyer behavior is constantly evolving. Technology is moving faster than we are reckoning with. And the economy is in constant flux. As a sales leader, you’ve likely already seen your...
read moreThe Role of Personal Development in Sales
It’s easy to get hyper-focused on improving business and sales skills. After all, that’s what we’re supposed to be focused on – increasing sales, right? But what about personal development? Many salespeople spend time developing their skills around prospecting, closing, presenting, rapport building and networking. If you...
read moreRising Employee Retention Issues in Sales: the Career Path
Let’s assume your sales reps are happy with your leadership and they have a reasonable work/life balance. What’s the most likely next source of employee retention issues? Research shows that not far down the list of reasons for voluntary resignations comes “few growth/advancements opportunities” – at just...
read more5 Ways to Get Your Sales Pipeline Back in Shape
Do you have a sales pipeline? We’re not joking. It’s a serious question because not everyone has one (that they set up and officially track, at least), and some businesses will say yes, but they’re referring to their sales funnel! It’s important to be sure of the...
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