Adaptive Business Services

JANUARY 24, 2024

As a salesperson, I was first introduced to the predecessor of today’s Nimble CRM … the tickler file. A prospective client had a 3×5 card, generally with their business card stapled to it, and this was used to keep track of activities. It was also used to ensure that follow-up tasks were completed when due. Organization.

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Adaptive Business Services

JUNE 2, 2021

The unfortunate fact is that a large majority of CRM implementations fail. In this series of articles, we’ll explore the many reasons why salespeople seem, almost universally, to HATE CRM. This is pretty easy to understand if your perception is that CRM will, at best, inhibit your selling. Dealing with CRM pushback.

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Adaptive Business Services

APRIL 24, 2024

I do integrate behavior and selling skills assessments into this process, but only with the top candidates. Like the military … break them down and build them up. For that matter, my selling style has also evolved, substantially, through the years. I also think that, the holy grail of selling, the “close” is highly overrated.

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Adaptive Business Services

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Selling is based on creating relationships. Lasting relationships = repeat business and referrals. Nimble CRM has been designed to increase your effectiveness with both! You will first want to identify those who are most likely to do business with you or to refer you to those who will. A tap says “I’m here”.

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