Anthony Cole Training
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
My wife and I just came back from Minong, Wisconsin where we visited with our friends, Barb and Gerald O’Dell. Gerald, Barb and I go back a long way, over 30 years. We all met and worked together at Iowa State University. We parted ways for awhile until Gerald became the athletic director at the University of Cincinnati. Later, Gerald, a man of great integrity, decided it was time to leave UC and leave athletics for good.
Engage Selling
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
Want to know the easiest way to lose control of the sales process? Time and time again, I’ve seen salespeople hold off on presenting their price to a prospective client until the final written proposal.
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Hubspot
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
"A good leader should always … ". How you finish that sentence could reveal a lot about your leadership style. That's the idea behind a management survey tool called the Leadership Development Profile. Created by psychologist Susanne Cook-Greuter and professor Bill Torbert , the survey relies on a set of 36 open-ended sentence completion tasks to help researchers better understand how leaders develop and grow.
Understanding the Sales Force
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
Earlier this week I posted an article that told the story of the biggest sales lesson of my life. I received so many emails about that article because it seemed to really resonate with my readers. Yet, as much as it resonated, there was one question that several of them asked in their emails. They wanted to know why we were in that tenement building in the first place.
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Anthony Cole Training
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
When evaluating sales performance - past, present and future - it’s difficult to figure out what information or data to trust when making decisions. Just like investments where past performance is not a guarantee of future results, past sales performance does not guarantee anything for the future. It gives you some, not all, insight into sales results, but it doesn’t tell you how the result was created.
ConversionXL
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
A/B testing is common practice and it can be a powerful optimization strategy when it’s used properly. We’ve written on it extensively. Plus, the Internet is full of “How We Increased Conversions by 1,000% with 1 Simple Change” style articles. Unfortunately, there are experimentation flaws associated with A/B testing as well.
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Score More Sales
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
For years, those of us leading B2B sales teams or working with companies on onboarding new sales reps shook our heads at the disconnect between many college-educated graduates and their ability to do basic communication skills needed for success in a professional sales career.
Anthony Cole Training
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
18 years ago this morning. I didn't wake up.
SalesLoft
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
When an inbound sales lead comes knocking on your door, they’re usually doing so because they have a pain point that they believe your product can fix. In this scenario, where the lead has come to you, you’d think it would be easy to simply ask for their contact information, a time they’re available to talk further, and then set up a meeting with an Account Executive.
Sell Or Die
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
Our guest H.A. Thompson is a radio legend and entrepreneur who knows the value of serving his customers. He shares his thoughst on a life of service and how it has helped his career thrive. PLUS! We're answering your sales questions and helping you set your mid-week agenda so that you can make more sales.
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
The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
Today I want to give you an excerpt from my new book, High-Profit Prospecting. Consider the below strategic questions as you look at your own prospecting process: 1. What about my prospecting process is compelling to the customer? When I say “compelling,” I am talking about the customer’s willingness to engage and share with you […].
Partners in Excellence
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
Some managers reading this title will be thinking, “Dave, you’ve got this backwards, they’re our people, our employees, they work for us. They need to be creating value for us. That’s what we hire them for, to bring in orders!” It’s this very attitude that creates the challenges we have within too many of our organizations today.
SalesLoft
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
An original support team veteran, I recently switched gears to start a new position within the Salesloft team, tasked specifically with the goal of becoming the guardian of our sales data. In the last few months, the role has grown into a sales operations role that we like to call the Salesloft Data Scientist, or, as I like to refer to it, the resident sales nerd.
Hubspot
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
When was the last time you felt bad about something you did -- or didn’t do? For me, it happened about 30 minutes prior to typing this sentence. I left the house later than I had planned, because I allowed extra time for my workout. I felt guilty for dedicating time to my own stuff, when I knew I had a looming deadline. But guess what? Yesterday, when I skipped my workout to get to the office earlier, I felt bad about that, too.
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The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
Have you ever noticed how much more energy you have when you’re around others? Are you one who when working out in a gym or out for a run with others find yourself running faster? It’s pretty basic, but we all tend to perform better when we’re around others (as long as those other people […].
Partners in Excellence
SEPTEMBER 5, 2016
In meeting with individual and executives, I often hear, “I/We want to be great (or even good).” It’s often expressed: “I want to be a great sales person!” “I want to be a great sales leader!” “I want to have a great sales team!’ “I want this sales/call meeting to go great!” “I want to do great deals!
SalesLoft
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
The modern sales world looks very different that it did before we had email automation and sales engagement platforms. In this new era of hyper-volume, hyper-speed, hyper-personalized communication, lead lists have emerged as a solution to the problem of limited data availability in the SMB market. But now that data availability is a decreasing problem, we, the modern sellers, have to adjust our sales strategies.
Hubspot
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
So, apparently, there’s a show on Disney Channel called Dog With a Blog. Yes, you read right. When I discovered this, two thoughts quickly entered my mind -- one, “what the heck ever happened to good old shows like The Mickey Mouse Club ?,” and two, “literally everyone has a blog now, don’t they?”. With so many people (and apparently pets) blogging today, general consumers are far more familiar with most blog conversion practices and, unfortunately for marketers, how to avoid them.
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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.
The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
We’ve all received stupid messages through Linkedin from people trying to sell us stuff. The stupidity of the message is how they’re all feature driven and dealing with something you could care less about. It’s things like this that have people wondering if Linkedin is a viable sales tool. Recently, I did a short webinar […].
Partners in Excellence
SEPTEMBER 3, 2016
Almost 10 years ago, Bob Sutton published the “ No A**hole Rule. ” For some reason, I’ve been contemplating this quite a bit. I think it’s something both sales people and consultants run a danger of becoming or are accused of. What is being an A**hole? Clearly, there are behaviors and attitudes that are inappropriate. Often they arise from being too “Self” centered.
Sales Gravy
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
What if work isnt something that you have to do, and is instead something that you get to do? What if instead of dreading work, or talking about hating the grind, or hating Mondays, or thanking God its Friday, you gave yourself over to your work?
Hubspot
SEPTEMBER 5, 2016
If recent marketing news has made one thing clear, it’s this: Mobile is non-negotiable. A growing number of us are using mobile as our primary device for accessing the internet -- over a quarter of us interact with our smartphones more than any other object, or human being, for that matter. And content, in kind, has to fit that format, whether we’re consuming it or discovering it for the first time.
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The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
Gerhard Gschwandtner, editor of Selling Power magazine, interviewed me recently regarding my new book, High-Profit Prospecting. Talking with Gerhard is more than an interview — it’s a quest into your inner self! Few people understand how the human mind works when it comes to sales as well as Gerhard does. Each time I’m with him, I […].
Partners in Excellence
SEPTEMBER 3, 2016
A number of weeks ago, I started following some posts about people’s First Seven Jobs. It was fun and fascinating to see the very first jobs people held. There’s a diverse selection of people’s first seven jobs here , Fred Wilson , Brad Feld , and Keenan. I jumped onto the bandwagon with my first 7 jobs. In the comments, you can also see Hank Barnes ‘ first seven.
Hubspot
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
Makeovers aren't just for 80's movie montages -- they're also an important way for brands to future proof, reach new audiences, and remain relevant in competitive markets. But changing up your entire image comes with considerable risks -- especially for bigger, more established brands. If you pivot too far away from your core identity too fast, you could alienate your base audience.
Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)
Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. With growing internet penetration and the proliferation of smartphones, consumers' purchasing habits have unsurprisingly evolved. They now demand quick, convenient, and seamless shopping experiences, which both FMCG and Q-commerce sectors strive to provide.
The Sales Hunter
SEPTEMBER 4, 2016
We are entering one of the best selling periods! Now is the time to get meetings scheduled as summer wraps up and we head into the fall season. If you want to finish the year strong, do not wait. Build momentum now and be disciplined in ramping up your prospecting efforts. Check out this video to […].
Partners in Excellence
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
Under pressure, it’s human nature to take short-cuts. We have the tendency to consciously choose the expedient over what we know to be right. We don’t have enough deals in our pipelines, we need to find more deals. Under pressure, we relax our qualification criteria, we cast a wider net, looking far outside our sweet spots. Sure we achieve the objective of getting more in our pipeline, in the short term.
SalesLoft
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
The end of Q3 is quickly approaching, and every rep knows the pain of the numbers game where they’re behind on their goals and sales numbers. Whether it’s the middle of the month, or the home stretch of the quarter, hitting those final sales numbers is your top priority. The first step is to work from the planning stages, all the way to analyzing, and every Sales Development Rep needs a playbook to execute step-by-step.
Hubspot
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
How many of you out there wrestle with the urge to work outside of normal working hours? If you have a hard time taking a break from work to the point where your physical and mental health are on the decline, it's very possible you're actually addicted to work. And you wouldn't be alone: 27% of workers claim to be workaholics, and an estimated 10% might be clinically considered work addicts.
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