The 5% Institute

MAY 6, 2020

The 5% Sales Blueprint consists of the following steps: Build rapport. Handle objections. Only by using a consistent system, can you get consistent results. The first part of any sales conversation is building rapport with your potential clients. It’s also important because people buy from people they like and trust.

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Sales Hacker

JULY 26, 2023

Love it or hate it, artificial intelligence is massively changing the game in sales — and has huge potential for account executives. Trust me: I’m an AE who’s embraced the change. Here are some key areas where transformation is already well on its way: Superhuman efficiency (e.g., Intimidated by AI? Don’t worry.

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The 5% Institute

MAY 26, 2021

The truth is; it isn’t very effective, it’s short term thinking, and rarely wins you trust at all. By doing so, you position yourself as a trusted advisor, and someone they’d have the pleasure of doing business with. Below are some key steps and tips you’ll need when learning how to close a sale deal on the phone.

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The 5% Institute

JULY 3, 2019

By sales process, I mean a systematic system to give you consistent results. Although this may seem like the right way of doing things; what it does instead is gives you inconsistent results, because you’re being inconsistent with your sales process. Even though I may have felt OK; my results were mixed. Setting pre-frames.

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Lead Fuze

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This post will take you on a journey through various powerful tools available today— CRM software for improved relationship management, automated systems integrating seamlessly into your workflow and intelligent prospecting aids offering insights for lead generation…the list goes on! Up your sales game with a CRM like Zoho.

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Lead Fuze

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

This post will delve into The different types of leads in sales, offering insights on how best to approach them for optimal results. Recognizing that not all leads are created equal is key here; some require minimal effort to convert into paying customers while others demand extensive nurturing before reaching that stage.

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Sales Hacker

JULY 26, 2023

Love it or hate it, artificial intelligence is massively changing the game in sales — and has huge potential for account executives. Trust me: I’m an AE who’s embraced the change. Here are some key areas where transformation is already well on its way: Superhuman efficiency (e.g., Intimidated by AI? Don’t worry.

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Objectives and Key Results Pitch Cold Call Sales 52

Veloxy

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Unlike inside sales, which rely on digital communication, field sales involve personal meetings, presentations, and relationship-building on the ground. This consistency builds trust and credibility, which are essential for successful sales. Making them more agile and responsive in the field.

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Sales Hacker

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The need for more trust in machines to do the job. We Must Place Greater Trust in Machines to Do the Job. In order to harness all the capabilities of AI, humans will have to place a basic measure of trust in it to do the reliable, public-facing work that people expect. Let’s find out. The need for automation in sales.

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Lead Fuze

JULY 3, 2023

Leveraging Relationships With Happy Clients Your happy clients are like your brand’s cheerleaders. People trust recommendations from friends more than any fancy ad. It’s like playing a game of sales chess. Quick Response Strategies That Get Results Time is money, my friend. And guess what?

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Understanding the Sales Force

JULY 14, 2014

Having founded Kurlan & Associates in 1985 and Objective Management Group in 1990, the only surprise should be that it took so long to combine the two passions and write Baseline Selling – How to Become a Sales Superstar by Using What You Already Know about the Game of Baseball , in 2005.

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Salesforce

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Consultative sales vs. solution sales 5 principles of consultative sales Consultative sales process Level up your game with AI conversation insights Sell smarter using Einstein Conversation Insights — with customer signals and next-step guidance to help you close. However, there are key differences to keep in mind.

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Hubspot

JULY 18, 2016

The result was implementing a framework -- a seven-step process -- for clearly running her agency. It will take a lot of work, shared buy-in from team members, and time to see results, but take heart. The key to breaking the cycle is recognizing that your agency is your most important client. It's worth the journey.

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Sales Hacker

MARCH 2, 2020

I’ve pulled together the top 97 books from a range of sales disciplines to give you the information you need to stay relevant, lead conversations, understand the trends — and of course, improve your game. Money: Master the Game. Top Performers Are Students of the Game. This list is not endorsed or sponsored in any way.

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Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Using her 20+ years of trench experience in B2B tech sales and support, Anita teaches sales professionals around the globe how to leverage key principles of human psychology to help buyers make a decision in the seller’s favor. Trust is built of five components. It was a game-changer in my career. Trust yourself.

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SaaStr

APRIL 17, 2019

Before Glassdoor, Stephen was VP of Product Marketing at AppDynamics where he helped grow B2B revenue from $0 to $100m in a staggering 3 year period, resulting in their $3.9Bn acquisition by Cisco. Stephen Burton: I’d say also as well, freemium and SaaS were really the key to [inaudible 00:06:33]. billion acquisition by Cisco.

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Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 31, 2017

A sales process refers to the series of steps — each consisting of several activities and involving one or more sales methodologies — that are aimed at finding and connecting with customers; getting them to make a purchase; and creating a template for achieving sales objectives and replicating a desired level of performance.

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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. Each provides a chance to build trust and nurture stronger relationships with stakeholders.

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