The ROI Guy

JANUARY 17, 2011

Tom Pisello: The ROI Guy This blog is dedicated to the strategies and tools used by solution providers to better prove and improve the value of B2B solutions to frugal buyers - using diagnostic assessments, interactive white papers, ROI calculators and TCO comparisons.

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The ROI Guy

MAY 18, 2017

When we look at today’s sales and marketing, most content and conversations remain too focused on technology and IT decision makers, missing the mark on what matters most to executives and the business. Value truly is in the “eye of the beholder”. It is here that one-size-fits-all content and conversations won’ work.

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Gartner Enterprise Management Disintermediation Business 65

The ROI Guy

APRIL 25, 2012

The quarter also saw the return of Alinean’s founder Tom Pisello, the ROI Guy , as he re-engaged in day-to-day leadership, and assumed the role of CEO. In this environment, traditional sales and marketing won’t work, as you now have to challenge the buyer’s statusquo in order to get to yes.” and “Why the Proposed Solution?”

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SnapApp

APRIL 4, 2018

Demonstrating the value of any marketing campaign is challenging. In fact, 43% of companies list it as the biggest marketing challenge: . . This is amplified in the B2B marketing arena where longer sales cycles and multiple touchpoints across a range of different channels make KPI selection and attribution much more complex. .

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Lead Ranking Paid Content Cost per Lead Marketing Qualified Leads 107

The ROI Guy

JANUARY 5, 2011

The reign of the economic-buyer is called Frugalnomics, where buyers require significant ROI, fast payback and superior value from each purchase. Advice> Diagnostic tools such as assessments and benchmarks can provide the driver for more executive engagements earlier in the sales cycles, when key budget and solution decisions are made.

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The ROI Guy

AUGUST 19, 2014

While buyers are scrutinizing proposals with a keen eye on value / ROI, the average rep still reverts to a less than effective product centric sales pitch – focusing on your product, features and price vs. the buyer challenges and the differentiated value you can deliver in helping overcome these challenges.

Marketing Management 40

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GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

GreenRope

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Adam makes a good point pinpointing the many benefits of CRM, including the ability to streamline marketing costs and sales best practices. Because of all the data you are collecting, you can make more informed decisions about how you market to your customers because you know WHO they are and WHAT they are looking for.

Purchase 40

Purchase CRM Work Management Marketing Management 40

The ROI Guy

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Many times, when organizations try to articulate the differentiating value of their solutions, they start with a “solutions first approach”, communicating each feature they perceive as a differentiator and the value these features might deliver. Engage too late and price may be the only differentiator there is.

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The ROI Guy

DECEMBER 15, 2005

But, with some budget relief in sight for this year, vendors may be optimistic about the return of the happy days of pre-bubble selling -- and they could abandon their commitment to ROI-based selling programs. However, more than 65% of buyers revealed that they do not have the knowledge or tools needed to perform ROI calculations.

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The ROI Guy

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Recently we had the pleasure of interviewing Jim Ninivaggi, the Practice Director for Sales Enablement with leading sales and marketing research firm SiriusDecisions. Understanding buyers better and correlating the financial benefits that can be delivered with proposed solutions is key.

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