April, 2011

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We Ko Pa - 4 Peaks of Sales Success

Anthony Cole Training

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Does Your Team Need a Wake Up Call? Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. Why Arent Your Salespeople Selling? Fix Your Problem Now.

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52 (non-automated) Ways to Increase Your Twitter Following

Closing Bigger

'Today’s social media podcast ( direct download here ) and blog post is on how to increase your Twitter following. These strategies aren’t just about the numbers but are proven strategies to attract the right followers. Here are 52 (non-automated) Ways to Increase Your Twitter Followers: Have a custom background that tells what you do and who you are.

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eMarketing Expert Ardath Albee on the Limitations of a Lead Gen Mindset

Pointclear

I recently had the opportunity to interview Ardath Albee about the importance of lead nurturing and I think you’ll be interested to read some of the valuable feedback she provided. PC: Ardath, you’ve written a lot about the importance of using lead nurturing to engage leads across the entirety of the buying process. Yet B2B marketers seem to be more focused on lead generation than the rest of the process.

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12 Mind-Blowing Statistics Every Marketer Should Know

Hubspot

It's no secret that the marketing landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years as social and mobile technologies have "jumped the shark" from the early-adopter crowd to the mainstream. Still, there are plenty of traditional marketing stalwarts out there who aren't buying all of the social media hype or can't convince their boss or marketing team to experiment in the brave new world of inbound marketing.

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How to Improve Email Deliverability and Optimize Each Send

Learn how to optimize email deliverability and drive greater email ROI. What lands your email in the customer’s inbox? Understanding those factors, otherwise known as email deliverability, is critical to getting the most return on your campaign investments. But the “rules” around which factors land you in the spam folder aren’t always easy to keep up with.

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A Manager's Coaching Dilemma: To Bring or Not To Bring Your Agenda to the Conversation

Sales Gravy

Although every conversation presents you with an opportunity to ask better open ended questions, draw a very clear line between a coaching session, a strategy session, a deal review, your agenda and a performance review conversation.

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What Food Trucks can Teach us About Sales | Sell More, Word Less.

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Social CRM is Really About Strategy Not Tools #SCRM

Closing Bigger

'Today’s social media podcast ( direct download here ) is focused on social customer relationship management. Social SCRM ( #SCRM on Twitter ) is really where sales and social media form a nexus point with customer service, leadership and community. This of course is assuming we use the Social CRM for its intended purpose. Too many organizations fall in love with the tools but they should really be showing their customers and prospects that love.

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Jeff Pedowitz on The State of Marketing Automation

Pointclear

I recently read an article by Jeff Pedowitz about the state of marketing automation and it caused me to think back to a lunch I had with Jeff just a couple of short years ago. At that time he was employee number one of a one person company and he has since experienced rapid growth; no doubt due to his background and the fine work of his experienced team.

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Facebook Fan Page Best Practices with Mari Smith [@InboundNow #18]

Hubspot

Mari Smith , coauthor of Facebook Marketing: An Hour a Day , joins us for another exciting episode of Inbound Now, HubSpot's Social Media and Inbound Marketing Podcast ! Mari has been coined "the pied piper of the online world" by Fast Company, is a frequent contributor on Social Media Examiner , a well known speaker in the social media space, and the go to expert when it comes to all things Facebook marketing.

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Four Techniques to Climb Out of That Sales Slump!

Sales Gravy

What you can't fall victim to is negative thinking. That only leads to deflated attitudes, less activity, and poor sales skills. It tends to feed itself and you start looking for reasons to fail, and you often find them!

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Consider This Your Only Warning | Sell More, Word Less Blog by.

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April Showers and Sales Results

Anthony Cole Training

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Does Your Team Need a Wake Up Call? Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. Why Arent Your Salespeople Selling? Fix Your Problem Now.

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13 Social Media, Sales and Leadership Tips in 140 Characters or Fewer

Closing Bigger

'Here’s a selection of tweets, tips and insights I have posted to Twitter over the past month. If you have any of your own — add them in the comments below. Have a great weekend. Social media tip: life is an experiment. Be willing to make mistakes, challenge your own assumptions and break the mold to win. Social Media Tip: It’s not social if the result isn’t about building relationships, trust or community.

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Is Your Web-based Content Driving Away Sales Leads

Pointclear

Today's guest blogger, Reg Nordman, is the Managing Partner for Rocket Builders , a Vancouver based sales and marketing consultancy for high growth companies. He works with large and small companies such as, Asentus , Maximizer , Sophos , Microsoft Canada , and Research in Motion. Previously he has worked in direct and channel sales for major firms such as Unisys and Commodore.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Facebook Announces Send Button, Like Button Companion

Hubspot

Last week we reflected on the one year anniversary of Facebook's Like Button. Today, Facebook announced a new companion to its quickly growing Like Button, the Send Button. Facebook's new Send Button creates a more private sharing option for website visitors. When a user clicks on a blog or a Web page that has the Send Button, she will be prompted to share it with any Facebook Groups, friends or email address entered.

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Business Benefits of Using Jigsaw

SBI

Nucleus Research recently conducted a study to explore the business benefits of Jigsaw. For the study, they interviewed multiple contacts at six businesses that use the Jigsaw solution in their sales, marketing and customer relationship management operations. You can get the research summary here. I wanted to lift the covers and learn more, so I asked to talk with one of Jigsaw’s customer’s directly.

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Do the Hustle | Sell More, Word Less Blog by Colleen Francis of.

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Effort and Sales Success

Anthony Cole Training

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Does Your Team Need a Wake Up Call? Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. Why Arent Your Salespeople Selling? Fix Your Problem Now.

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1st, 2nd, and 3rd Party Intent Data: Which Is Right for You?

How do 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party intent data compare? 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party data each have specific advantages and disadvantages. It comes down to four factors: accuracy, cost, control and quantity. This infographic explains the pros and cons of each and helps you understand which one is best for meeting your business objectives. Intent data can be a great way to fill your pipeline and close more deals.

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52 (non-automated) Ways to Increase Your Twitter Following

Closing Bigger

Today’s social media podcast ( direct download here ) and blog post is on how to increase your Twitter following. These strategies aren’t just about the numbers but are proven strategies to attract the right followers. Here are 52 (non-automated) Ways to Increase Your Twitter Followers: Have a custom background that tells what you do and who you are Have a complete bio with keywords that people search for When you follow people, find something to comment on or ask a relevant question to let them

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He was in grave danger; there was only one way out

Pointclear

James Obermayer, Executive Director and CEO of the Sales Lead Management Association and President of Sales Leakage Consulting is a regular guest blogger with ViewPoint. The farmer trudged across the farm yard late one night and entered the barn. Light from the moon gave him enough visibility through the door and the cracks in the wooden walls as he crossed the open space to a wooden post mid-way into the barn where a lantern hung.

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How To Use YouTube For eCommerce

Hubspot

This is a guest post authored by John Lawson. John is an eCommerce Entrepreneur and speaker, CEO of 3rd Power Outlet and ColderICE Media. John is also a Platinum eBay PowerSeller, Top-Rated Seller on Amazon and American Express TV Commercial Spokesperson. How to Use YouTube To Increase Sales. I decided one Saturday afternoon to put my video camera on a stand, set up a table, and show my customers how to fold a bandanna.

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Today my wish came true: New Revolutionary Sales Software Introduced

SBI

Smart Selling Tools has been informing sellers about productivity tools for three years. We’ve seen that products either fail, are a huge hit, or (mostly) that they struggle to deliver the promised benefits. But we’ve never seen anything like this new product. It’s a revolutionary sales productivity software tool designed for companies of all sizes and budgets – and I do mean revolutionary.

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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One

Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

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Who Needs Video? 5 Strategies for Making Text Testimonials Sell.

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Want More Success Selling? Ask the Right Questions

Anthony Cole Training

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Does Your Team Need a Wake Up Call? Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. Why Arent Your Salespeople Selling? Fix Your Problem Now.

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52 (non-automated) Ways to Increase Your Twitter Following

Closing Bigger

Today’s social media podcast ( direct download here ) and blog post is on how to increase your Twitter following. These strategies aren’t just about the numbers but are proven strategies to attract the right followers. Here are 52 (non-automated) Ways to Increase Your Twitter Followers: Have a custom background that tells what you do and who you are.

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A Healthcare Information Technology Lead Generation Success Story

Pointclear

A recently posted success story describes PointClear’s successful collaboration with Ingenix, a $1.8 billion healthcare information technology company with solutions and services that help physicians, hospitals and health plans operate more efficiently and profitably. Like many businesses selling complex solutions, Ingenix was looking for a way to impact the quality of prospect development practices in order to influence sales outcomes and increase revenue.

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

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How to Encourage Engagement on Facebook

Hubspot

With the number of Facebook users continuing to grow, businesses are having a hard time justifying staying away from the social network. Recently, AT&T released the results of its Small Business Technology Poll. In the survey, AT&T found that 41% of small businesses surveyed have a Facebook page for their business. Last year, only 27% said they were using the social networks, which is a 52% jump in usage.

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Sales 2.0 Conference: What Was Said and What it Means to You

SBI

I recently attended the Sales 2.0 Conference in San Francisco. If you want to network and learn from your sales and marketing peers, this is the conference we recommend. What follows is our summary of key take-aways. 1. Word of Mouth Marketing. Paul Melchiorre, Vice President of Sales and Alliances for Ariba , sourced a Marketing Sherpa study in his presentation.

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Should Sellers be Paid on Repeat Sales? | Sell More, Word Less.

Engage Selling

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Preparation and Sales Success

Anthony Cole Training

HOME ABOUT US SOLUTIONS INTEGRATED LEARNING CLIENT RESULTS FREE RESOURCES SHOPPING CONTACT US SALES BREW SALES FORCE ONE SELLING FOR LIFE. Does Your Team Need a Wake Up Call? Tony Cole can tailor a workshop or keynote that will help your team discover the spark of extraordinary motivation and success. Why Arent Your Salespeople Selling? Fix Your Problem Now.

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5 Inspiring B2B Marketing Campaigns to Take Yours to the Next Level

Your next big B2B marketing idea starts here. Get inspired with these five successful B2B marketing campaigns. Ready to generate more leads, interest, and revenue with your B2B marketing? In this comprehensive eBook, you’ll get: In-depth studies of five successful B2B marketing campaigns spanning a wide range of industries Key takeaways and lessons from each story to implement in your own strategy Resources to help your own B2B marketing thrive By submitting this form, you agree to have your con