Martech

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Contract timing My team once negotiated a contract with a new vendor where timing was critical. Vendors often offer significant discounts and concessions during this period to close deals and meet their goals, and this was the case for us.

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Sales Hacker

DECEMBER 6, 2019

If you confuse objection handling and negotiating , you could be losing sales. . In this article, we’ll look at what objection handling and negotiating are (and what they aren’t). Then we’ll go in-depth to look at 5 techniques for handling objections and sales negotiation, so you always walk away with a win. Negotiation.

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Spiro Technologies

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Salespeople must develop a wide range of skills in order to succeed, but one of the most overlooked skills in sales is the ability to negotiate. Lots of sales training tends to gloss over this part of the sales process, even though negotiations happen throughout every transaction. Stop trying to be ruthless.

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Sales Pop!

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

We needed multiple contracts with hardware and software vendors. But Microsoft was a closed system, and I have recounted numerous times throughout my books and articles how, at the time, I was a very vocal advocate of open source. I contracted with the Austrian government to explore open source’s possibilities.

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Partners in Excellence

MAY 20, 2015

Sales people continually looking for the killer close. Through my career, I’ve been “taught” and subjected to 100’s of different closes. The assumptive close, the puppy dog close, the limited time close, and the list goes on and on and on. What outcomes should we expect? How do we get there?”

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PandaDoc

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As businesses and competition grows, more companies are turning to deal desk software to organize their processes and close more deals. Key Features: Workflow automation : set up who is on your team, what their role is, and hook integrations with your CRM, proposal management system, and contract management software.

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PandaDoc

AUGUST 17, 2020

When you are a part of a sales team, your main priority is closing deals faster and meeting your monthly quotas. However, you have to be fully prepared before you can close a deal through a sales meeting. Keep reading as we discuss the benefits of video meetings when it comes to closing deals. Creating a Well-Drafted Contract.

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PandaDoc

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Contract negotiation is essential for modern businesses, but it isn’t always easy. Kennedy stated: “Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.” Although negotiation can make the suavest salesman scared, you can develop this skill over time. What is a contract negotiation?

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PandaDoc

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

A wide variety of possible price negotiation strategies exist but all of them have a common baseline. That’s why successful bargaining requires special knowledge of negotiation tactics and advanced negotiation skills. Expect to be much more efficient at the following: How do I negotiate the price politely?

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The Lost Book of Sales

OCTOBER 18, 2021

As we'll see in a moment, understanding the power of reciprocation is not only a valuable instrument in controlling the outcome of a negotiation, but when deployed skillfully, the party you negotiate with will feel more engaged and responsible in carrying out their fair share of the agreement. A win-win-win. What gives?

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Sales Hacker

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Or this: “We’re ready to go, but I just need to make little revision to the contract…”. What would you say that could help you win at this point in a negotiation? They’ll take what they can get, so long as they close the deal. By the end of this post, you will know: Why you need a formal negotiation process. The Nibble.

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Hubspot

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Like most skills, your ability to negotiate improves with practice. There’s a lot on the line during a negotiation with the buyer. Enter negotiation role play exercises. Once you’ve successfully negotiated in an extreme situation, you’ll be mentally and emotionally prepared for a straightforward one. The prospect.

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Salesforce

MARCH 7, 2024

To successfully negotiate a contract in today’s sales climate, you need to prioritize relationship building over persuasion, practice active listening, and empathize with your customers’ challenges. We’ll explore practical tips and strategies to help you navigate the negotiation process effectively.

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Sales Hacker

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

When it comes to negotiation, the goal isn’t a win… What you want is a win-win. True negotiations are all about coming to a mutual agreement on something where both parties feel like they got something out of the deal. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t “win” a negotiation by making the other person lose.

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Salesforce

AUGUST 15, 2024

Conga Contracts : Close deals faster with automated contract creation, controlled negotiations, eSignatures, and streamlined reporting. Commerce Cloud : Boost sales and ensure a smooth e-commerce journey across every customer touchpoint with AI insights, merchant dashboards, and more.

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Sales Hacker

AUGUST 5, 2020

Contract lifecycle management (CLM) software. Aside from legal, Sales is one of the primary departments involved in contracts. And CLM software helps sales teams streamline their contracting process, improve sales-legal collaboration, and free up time for sales reps to focus on revenue-generating activities. Right…?

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SaaStr

MAY 25, 2020

“Presumptive close in a transactional sale. “At In your contracts. “Pacakage in extras, all users, projects, features into the price and reduce any hidden costs in contracts. “Sell to the next step not jumping to the close” — Jason Hamilton, Co-Ceo, TestLauncher. “Simplicity. .

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Hubspot

MARCH 1, 2022

Closing calls are a big deal, and, because they’re so important, they’ve acquired a certain mystique. They aren’t anything to fear, though, because the right phone sales technique can help you close the deal and drive it home every single time. Below is a nine-step closing call sequence that’s served me well for years.

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Hubspot

JUNE 7, 2023

Every step of your sales process is a struggle in its own right, so by the time you reach the negotiation stage, it can feel like you've run a marathon — but you still have a ways to go. So in the interest of showing you exactly what not to do, we've put together a handy, seven-step action plan for losing a negotiation. Don’t prepare.

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Sales Hacker

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Closing an enterprise sale in a niche market follows the same sales funnel as any other deal, but a bit more fine tuned. This will give you the annual contract value. The emphasis on process becomes more important as the odds of closing the deal diminish. Contract Size: 5 years, high six figures. Value theory.

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Sales Hacker

AUGUST 5, 2020

Contract lifecycle management (CLM) software. Aside from legal, Sales is one of the primary departments involved in contracts. And CLM software helps sales teams streamline their contracting process, improve sales-legal collaboration, and free up time for sales reps to focus on revenue-generating activities. Right…?

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Veloxy

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Prospecting may involve consistent follow-ups, setting goals, and being knowledgeable about the product, while closing deals often requires a structured follow-up strategy, product knowledge, and familiarity with the sales territory. The inside sales team plays a crucial role in this dynamic environment.

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Hubspot

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Closing deals involving complex price modeling, a need for extensive product knowledge, varying potential discounts, or any other atypical standards and practices isn't exactly intuitive. For instance, say you — a salesperson — are on the brink of closing a massive, high-value deal with a SaaS giant.

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Hubspot

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

A successful negotiation is like a tango. And nothing ruins a productive negotiation like one of the participants using one of the 14 phrases listed below. 14 Phrases That'll Instantly Sabotage Your Negotiation 1. Showing the buyer how the timeline impacts their goals is a much more effective path toward closing quickly.

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SaaStr

OCTOBER 1, 2020

In the early days, close as many good deals as you can. Don’t worry about closing so many great deals as you’re getting going. First, he or she will negotiate better, smarter deals than you. Second, the great ones know how to renegotiate the crummy site licenses you negotiated ?? My learnings.

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Hubspot

APRIL 17, 2018

Ask any sales rep what the hardest part of their job is, and I’ll bet they’ll say “closing.” If they’re not getting prospects to sign contracts, they’re not going to hit their number. Here are 17 of the most prevalent -- and devastating -- closing fumbles I see reps make. 17 Sales Closing Mistakes to Stop Making Right Now.

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Anthony Cole Training

OCTOBER 13, 2014

Towards the end of my career, I contracted with a sales trainer, Tom. Let’s also assume the job is the same: Call suspects, meet with suspects, qualify them or disqualify them as prospects, gather appropriate information, present a solution, close. What are the objectives/goals in their life that are non-negotiable?

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Salesforce

MARCH 6, 2024

There’s no better feeling than closing a deal after a tough price negotiation. Negotiation is a learned skill, requiring time for research, discovery, and due diligence long before both parties ever sit down together. What you’ll learn: What is price negotiation? Why are price negotiations important?

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Salesmate

JULY 8, 2020

You might close a sale in this first meeting, of course. Your proposal can double as a contract. Having a contract protects both you and your new client by ensuring that you are both aware of your obligations and bound by them. Negotiation. But if they come back with concerns or questions, it’s time to negotiate.

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Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 20, 2021

??. Contracts are the lifeblood of modern companies. In fact, contracts govern most B2B business deals. There’s no denying that contracts are an absolute necessity for conducting business. There’s no denying that contracts are an absolute necessity for conducting business. Sales teams are focused on speed.

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SaaStr

APRIL 8, 2020

If your customers want to switch to you before a competitive contract is ending, incent them — and don’t make them ask. Just tell them upfront you will credit them a decent chunk of the prior contract, or give them the stub period for free if they buy another year. And price it that way. Make it easy to switch. Tell them upfront.

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PandaDoc

AUGUST 29, 2022

Closing a deal is definitely the most challenging and demanding part of sales negotiations with the customer. In this article, you’ll find some valuable advice on how to seal the deal faster, as well as how to close the deal with an undecided customer. To close the deal with a customer who is in doubt.

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Partners in Excellence

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

” A close friend is VP of Procurement for a very large multinational. This morning we were catching up on a number of things and he mentioned 3 very large vendor negotiations he had just completed. As we looked at the negotiations–they were non competitive, we were looking at major contract renewals and enhancements.”

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Search Engine Land

AUGUST 19, 2024

Before you close this down, consider the makeup of the average SEO agency. It is the owner that negotiates deals and brings in clients. Operations The operations manager handles the machine and ensures it runs smoothly, including contracts, staff wages, HR, etc. These AI agents will take care of the tasks that SEOs do now.

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SaaStr

AUGUST 25, 2023

Dear SaaStr: As An Employee, As an acquired employee, How Do I Negotiate My Compensation in an Acquisition? Unfortunately, as a non-CEO, non-founder of an acquired start-up … you have almost no ability to really negotiate. Beyond the key employees, the acquirer may require 80-90% of a group to agree to employment contracts (e.g.,

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Plus, how you can leverage BATNA's key negotiation tactics to ensure your business and your customers are both benefitting from a deal. BATNA stands for Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement. When you're negotiating, you need to ask yourself, 'What are the concessions I'm willing to make? What does BATNA stand for?

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Hubspot

AUGUST 8, 2015

A slightly different spin on the question: What would you do for a closed deal? Salespeople are well-acquainted with the thrill of receiving a signed contract and the pressure attached to quota. For instance, if the prospect is this close to signing but still wavering a bit, your salespeople might get creative.

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