Hubspot

AUGUST 24, 2023

Imagine a sales representative who never sleeps, never gets tired, and possesses an uncanny ability to analyze vast amounts of data in seconds. This is the promise of AI sales reps, and their potential to revolutionize the sales industry is undeniable. The application of generative AI in sales is diverse.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 17, 2019

But, sales and marketing organizations must resist this instinct in order to constantly adapt to changing markets, new technologies, emerging trends and so on. We’re speaking, of course, of the sales funnel. The sales funnel represents the theoretical customer’s journey to making a purchase.

Top of Funnel 228

Top of Funnel Word of Mouth Lead Ranking Digital Marketing Funnels 228

Martech

APRIL 12, 2024

As a supporter of the program perspective for initiatives, I recognize the value of managing related projects, products and activities as a unified entity. Let’s explore the essential role of programs in product management, project management and marketing operations, bridging technical details with business priorities.

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Seismic

MAY 10, 2024

The sales landscape has never been more competitive. Buyers demand more and make slower decisions, while reps face ever-increasing pressure to do more with fewer resources. Over the past year, generative AI (GenAI) has become an indispensable tool for sales and revenue enablement teams. What does success look like?

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Channel sales — or selling through partners — represents 75% of the world’s commerce, according to Forrester. This approach helps companies accelerate sales and grow revenue without adding to their headcount, a move that’s increasingly important during economic uncertainty. What you’ll learn: What is channel sales?

Enterprise Management 111

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Rev

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Have you ever lost a big sales opportunity without knowing why it slipped away? Those lost sales opportunities can actually be great learning experiences if you take the time to conduct a win/loss analysis. We’ll also share seven tips to prevent losing sales so that you can increase your overall win rate. Let’s get started.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

About 69% of sales professionals say selling is more difficult now than in previous years, according to Salesforce’s State of Sales report. Even though it’s harder to sell, reps still need to hit their numbers. To keep your sales team motivated when things are tough, you need to reward them for their victories.

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Vision Edge Marketing

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, achieving customer-centric organic growth has become paramount for every organization striving to stay competitive and thrive in their respective industries. A recent study by Berkley, companies reported a “very mature” level of customer-centricity experienced 2.5X

Enterprise Management 241

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SalesIntel

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To skyrocket the numbers, sales reps make use of various sales tools available in the market. Some of them are free while others are paid – but all bring in enormous value to the sales process. Investing in a random sales tool is a waste of time, money and effort. What are Sales Tools?

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Outreach

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

What is Sales Management? Behind every successful sales team is a strong sales management process: One that relies greatly upon effective managers and leaders. Implementing the right strategy and process can help a business ensure its health and drive further growth. What is sales management?

Customer Satisfaction 52

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JUNE 14, 2023

Today’s buyers come to the sales process more informed than ever, looking for in-depth information specific to their needs. In fact, 81% of sales reps say buyers increasingly conduct research before they reach out, according to the latest State of Sales Report. But not always. The next step?

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

What you need is an easy-to-understand sales playbook to guide your team to victory. We’ll walk through everything you need to know to create the right mix of winning plays that guide your sales team to big wins. What you’ll learn What is a sales playbook? Learn more What is a sales playbook?

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Zoominfo

AUGUST 18, 2021

In sales, as with any other field or practice, sometimes you need to think outside the box to come out on top. Knowing the rules for a sales call is vital; so is knowing when to break those rules. Our research has shown how much sales calls have changed in the last year. Longer sales cycles.

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Seismic

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Developing a successful sales enablement strategy is an ever-evolving process that requires dedication and expertise. You need a sales enablement program that’s more than hypothetical; it needs to include tactical and actionable plans.

Practices 59

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Webbiquity

MARCH 31, 2022

They must manage multiple campaigns simultaneously, while working effectively with partners across the globe. They need to manage their marketing budgets prudently and make sure every dollar is spent wisely. What about the customer experience? Your launch is just the beginning of an ongoing process of continual improvement.

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Vision Edge Marketing

MARCH 26, 2024

From chatbots to self-service platforms, technology is reshaping customer interactions, enhancing efficiency, improving EBITA, and steering decisions with data. Gartner’s survey reveals a whopping 75% of B2B buyers prefer self-service, versus interacting with sales representatives, during the initial stages of the buying process.

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Seismic

MAY 17, 2023

Customer service training is one of these growing areas. While many leaders believed that customer service training was an in-person activity, the rise of remote training software has made it easier to train employees anytime, anywhere. Here are a few customer service training ideas to keep in mind.

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ClickDimensions

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Many small to medium businesses (SMBs) often grapple with one common challenge: disjointed sales and marketing communications. This misalignment can lead to missed opportunities, frustrated customers, and ultimately hindered growth. This can lead to confusion and erode trust.

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SMB Cross-Selling Buyer Personas Marketing Management 110

Martech

MAY 16, 2024

It’s important that everyone is clear on the definition of customer experience. What is customer experience (CX)? Customer experience is the sum of all the interactions that a customer has with a brand over the life of the relationship with that brand. to deliver a better experience.

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B2B Digital Marketer

APRIL 11, 2024

He brings a wealth of experience from the B2B enterprise sales space, having managed complex sales in the tens of millions of dollars. The conversation delves into the importance of processes in data-driven marketing and sales in the B2B realm. The impact of timely engagement on high-value B2B sales.

B2B Sales 52

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Seismic

JULY 29, 2020

To be truly aligned, every customer-facing employee in your organization needs to learn and be in agreement about what you are selling, who is buying it, and how it is going to be sold. Aligning sales and marketing teams through change. The results of our new seller training made all of the Enablement team’s hard work worthwhile.

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Training Marketing Analytics Tools Customer Satisfaction Conference 119

ClickDimensions

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In the dynamic world of small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), seamless coordination between sales and marketing is essential for sustainable growth. Unfortunately, many SMBs face a common challenge: siloed data and processes. Customer Frustration 4. Page Contents Toggle 5 Siloed Data Problems 1. Uninformed Decision-Making 2.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Field service can help drive revenue growth by selling to your existing customers, also called upselling or cross-selling. We’ve found that 65% of mobile workers are successfully selling to existing customers. Most business leaders I speak with are always looking to increase their share of wallet on customer spend for similar products.

Work Management 105

Work Management Service Cross-Selling Training 105

Zoominfo

APRIL 17, 2019

But, sales and marketing organizations must resist this instinct in order to constantly adapt to changing markets, new technologies, emerging trends and so on. We’re speaking, of course, of the sales funnel. The sales funnel represents the theoretical customer’s journey to making a purchase.

Top of Funnel 130

Top of Funnel Word of Mouth Lead Ranking Digital Marketing Funnels 130

Hubspot

OCTOBER 2, 2019

As a sales leader, your ability to develop and retain your sales reps is important to your company’s bottom line and future success. Employee retention in the sales field continues to be an issue. In 2018, the average sales professional tenure was reported to be 1.5 Why Sales Performance Management Matters.

Work Management 87

Work Management Marketing Management Training Allocation 87

Zoominfo

AUGUST 18, 2021

In sales, as with any other field or practice, sometimes you need to think outside the box to come out on top. Knowing the rules for a sales call is vital; so is knowing when to break those rules. Our research has shown how much sales calls have changed in the last year. Longer sales cycles.

Rules 100

Rules Sales Qualified Leads Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 100

Hubspot

MARCH 18, 2024

Welcome to “The Pipeline” — a weekly column from HubSpot, featuring actionable insight from real sales leaders. Research shows there is a weapon you can use to increase your sales performance — a sales strategy that's effective no matter where you work or what you sell. What is this sales strategy, you ask?

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Sana Commerce

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Learning how to improve sales performance is the key to driving organizational focus and success. Great sales seasons are inevitable but turning them into sustainable strategies that can steady your business requires more effort. This blog explores 16 actionable steps that can help you enhance sales performance.

Top of Funnel 52

Top of Funnel Cross-Selling Customer Satisfaction Digital Marketing Funnels 52

Martech

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

But surprisingly, B2B businesses often overlook the importance of a great customer experience for their buyers, which is typically a top priority for B2C. B2B and B2C customers, despite their different needs, are still human decision-makers. A great customer experience matters for B2B, just as in B2C. Who are B2B customers?

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Scoop.it

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Sales productivity is a critical element of your company’s performance. Sales team productivity can be defined as a measurement of how well a sales team meets the demands of their customers, achieves their goals, and satisfies their expected outcome from working with the company they have chosen.

Ideal Customer Profiles 93

Ideal Customer Profiles Top of Funnel Product Lead Ranking 93

Marketing Insider Group

MAY 31, 2023

Odds are you already know how important it is to attract and retain customers. But do you know how direct the relationship is between understanding your customers’ needs and maximizing the results of your marketing efforts? Why Use Customer Journey Mapping Tools? So, how do you map the customer journey?

Enterprise Management 247

Enterprise Management B2B Marketing Tools Marketing Management 247

Seismic

JANUARY 23, 2024

However, in the sea of suggestions we’ve seen, one bit of advice stands out — 2024 is the year to develop a world-class sales enablement framework. That’s why a solid sales enablement framework lies at the heart of an excellent sales enablement strategy. Build a measurement plan: You can’t manage what you can’t measure.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 1, 2020

The answer: Lead generation funnels. These days everyone wants a high-converting sales funnel. It can automate your lead and sales process. You can capture leads, sell products, schedule appointments, host webinars – all in an online funnel. Continue this process with every step of your funnel.

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Vidyard

JUNE 15, 2020

The simple answer to the question of where should you use video in the sales process is: Where would you like higher conversions, more responses, and faster deals? Video Sales Training for Your Team 3. Grow and Retain Customers 3.1 Resolve Customer Issues Faster 3.3 Increase Customer Satisfaction 3.4

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Martech

MAY 6, 2024

I am trained with MarTech content. Prompt: Can I use lead scoring for existing customers? Answer: Yes, lead scoring can be used not only for new leads but also for existing customers. This allows you to identify high-value customers who may be more likely to make additional purchases or become advocates for your brand.

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Seismic

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Sales coaching is the cherry on top of your sales training program. When you create a personalized learning environment, every rep has a greater potential to improve their performance. The good news is that sales coaching software can help your organization’s learning programs improve and include personalized coaching.

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Seismic

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

As the global leader in enablement, we’re committed to shaping the role of AI in sales enablement and helping our customers leverage AI now and in the future. The results from our survey revealed that customer-facing leaders from around the world view AI as an enhancement to their existing enablement tools and processes.

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