SmartBug Media

MARCH 16, 2023

In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of using API integrations in HubSpot, common use cases, considerations for integrating APIs with HubSpot, and best practices for successful integration. With API integrations, you can connect HubSpot with other software platforms to improve data accuracy and efficiency.

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SmartBug Media

APRIL 18, 2024

When you onboard a new project management system, you work with a dedicated representative. And when you’re ready to leverage HubSpot for your marketing, sales, and customer success needs, you work with SmartBug Media.® A key spoke in our training flywheel is our HubSpot Training Program, led by a team of certified trainers.

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 7, 2020

A sales process is like a figure skating routine. Yes, the two are fundamentally similar, and while neither salespeople nor figure skaters can deviate too far from their predetermined routines, they can certainly find ways to simplify those processes. We reached out to some HubSpot experts to get their takes on the subject.

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Hubspot

MAY 30, 2023

Like all disruption, generative AI in sales has the potential to completely change the way things are done. In this post, we’ll share the state of generative AI in sales today with three use cases for AI in sales. In this post, we’ll share the state of generative AI in sales today with three use cases for AI in sales.

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SmartBug Media

JANUARY 10, 2022

Lucky for marketers, HubSpot has an array of marketing automation features that allows you to not only keep track of these constant changes, but also to update them in real time. HubSpot also released custom reporting that allows you to capture the information you need in a variety of visuals. Lifecycle Stage. Via a workflow.

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Hubspot

APRIL 12, 2023

When assessing your team’s performance, sales activities offer crucial metrics. That includes the number of sales calls, VP-level meetings, new qualified opportunities, and so on. With proper sales activity management, you can influence sales objectives and business results.

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Hubspot

MAY 20, 2022

The demand for sales roles only keeps growing. According to research published by HireDNA, sales roles shot up by 65% in 2021, totaling around 700,000 positions in the US alone. READY TO START A CAREER IN SALES? READY TO START A CAREER IN SALES? Be a Certified Professional HubSpot Sales Representative.

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Seismic

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Developing a successful sales enablement strategy is an ever-evolving process that requires dedication and expertise. You need a sales enablement program that’s more than hypothetical; it needs to include tactical and actionable plans.

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Hubspot

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

In sales, it's no different. A good sales hook can prevent your prospect from hanging up the phone, or deleting your email entirely. And a great sales hook can start your entire conversation off on the right foot. Here, we asked six sales reps their tips for creating a convincing sales hook to turn prospects into customers.

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SalesIntel

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To skyrocket the numbers, sales reps make use of various sales tools available in the market. Some of them are free while others are paid – but all bring in enormous value to the sales process. Investing in a random sales tool is a waste of time, money and effort. What are Sales Tools?

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Hubspot

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Being a sales manager is a whirlwind experience, especially for those who were once successful sales reps themselves. Fortunately, there are valuable best practices that can help aspiring sales managers excel in their positions. Best Practices for Sales Managers 1.

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SmartBug Media

MARCH 9, 2021

Reporting may help you determine what is and what isn’t working when it comes to your sales process. By using sales HubSpot reports , you can gain powerful insights and visibility into your top sales metrics, along with forecasting your potential sales revenue. Deal Forecasting. Deal Closed Totals vs. Goal.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 18, 2020

The question of why Sales and Marketing need to be in sync is a no-brainer. Studies have shown that companies with “good” sales-marketing alignment achieve. But how exactly can sales-marketing alignment benefit YOUR organization? Leaders need to ask themselves: What is the structure of our sales and marketing teams?

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Hubspot

JULY 25, 2023

Like many disciplines, sales teams everywhere are trying to understand what role artificial intelligence will play in their industry. It’s here, and it’s already changing sales as we know it. Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or fully on board, it’s important to educate yourself about how sales reps are using AI.

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Hubspot

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The same principle applies to B2B sales. Sometimes, reps can be exceedingly helpful and friendly, and while that might be perfectly pleasant in theory, it can undermine their sales in practice. Why Being Too Helpful Hurts Sales. Unfortunately, some reps conflate those less-than-ideal qualities with being helpful.

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Hubspot

JANUARY 6, 2021

You've established the various stages of your sales process. The concept that underlies all those points is known as sales effectiveness. Here, we'll go over what that means, how to most aptly measure it, some steps you can take to improve yours, and some of the best resources available to get the most out of your sales process.

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FunnelEnvy

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Technology and consumer trends are changing, so we’ve adapted our best practices for SaaS landing pages in 2024 to reflect changing buyer expectations and new AI tools. They are part of strategic SaaS marketing campaigns that understand the different stages of the sales funnel. Effective landing pages take time to optimize.

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SmartBug Media

APRIL 17, 2023

HubSpot has quickly become one of the most powerful software tools for businesses worldwide. And it’s no wonder why: HubSpot is packed with the capabilities and features businesses need to uplevel all aspects of marketing, sales, and customer service. What Is a HubSpot Partner? If this sounds like you, you’re not alone.

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SmartBug Media

JULY 6, 2023

In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of using API integrations in HubSpot, common use cases, considerations for integrating APIs with HubSpot, and best practices for successful integration. With API integrations, you can connect HubSpot with other software platforms to improve data accuracy and efficiency.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 17, 2019

But, sales and marketing organizations must resist this instinct in order to constantly adapt to changing markets, new technologies, emerging trends and so on. We’re speaking, of course, of the sales funnel. The sales funnel represents the theoretical customer’s journey to making a purchase. The Sales Funnel.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Sales development representatives and gatekeepers. If you're in sales, chances are you've encountered plenty of situations in which you're trying to reach a CEO or C-level executive to pitch your product or service. But experienced sales reps know that gatekeepers don't have to be a roadblock in your sales process.

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Martech

APRIL 4, 2024

The March 2024 HubSpot updates include tools that will help your team leverage AI for better email marketing, along with better ways to visualize and understand your data. The latest release enhances team productivity with mobile access to custom objects and provides advanced insights into team HubSpot adoption.

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G2M Solutions

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Buyers are harder to reach, sales performance is down, and buyers' budgets are stagnant. Sales leaders are struggling to meet their goals. In the past, the solution was to throw more sales reps at the issue and push for more and more activity. Workflows: Create customised processes for different sales stages.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Do you have a new class of sales development reps starting soon? That's why training is so important for your sales team. Below, let's learn HubSpot sales managers' top tips for training your SDR team. Below, let's learn HubSpot sales managers' top tips for training your SDR team.

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Martech

OCTOBER 19, 2023

While businesses value the synergy between marketing, sales and product teams in theory, they often struggle to create a cohesive atmosphere and deliver seamless customer experiences in practice. Yet, nine in 10 also say they are misaligned across strategy, process, content and culture. New revenue. Why did we choose these KPIs?

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Hubspot

AUGUST 24, 2023

Imagine a sales representative who never sleeps, never gets tired, and possesses an uncanny ability to analyze vast amounts of data in seconds. This is the promise of AI sales reps, and their potential to revolutionize the sales industry is undeniable. The application of generative AI in sales is diverse.

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SmartBug Media

JULY 6, 2023

In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of using API integrations in HubSpot, common use cases, considerations for integrating APIs with HubSpot, and best practices for successful integration. With API integrations, you can connect HubSpot with other software platforms to improve data accuracy and efficiency.

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Vidyard

JANUARY 8, 2021

Your next sales kickoff or training event is going virtual for 2021. And as with any year, you’ll likely focus on soft skills, the sales process and using new technologies. Help Your Remote Sales Team Shine. Virtual Sales Training Resources. Sales Gravy: Virtual Selling Skills Bootcamp. Get the Kit.

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SmartBug Media

MAY 6, 2024

The obstacles sales leaders face are changing—fast. You’ve likely heard about AI for sales tools, but it’s difficult to know what’s worth investing time into. As it turns out, genuinely helpful and easy-to-leverage AI tools for sales are much closer than you think. What Is AI for Sales (And Why Is It Relevant for Me)?

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Lake One

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For a holistic definition, account-based marketing is a focused growth strategy in which Marketing and Sales collaborate to create personalized buying experiences for a mutually-identified set of high-value accounts. .

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Valasys

APRIL 19, 2023

Still, with changing times and evolving market trends, knowing what sales-qualified leads tactics will work best can be challenging. To stay ahead in 2023, you must know the best sales-qualified leads tactics to ensure that your SQLs are high quality and more likely to convert.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Of the many sales metrics that businesses track, none is scrutinized more closely than the prized win rate. Companies use win rate to determine which time periods, sales reps, and win/loss reasons produce the strongest likelihood that a prospect will become a customer for the business. How to Calculate Your Sales Win Rate.

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Vidyard

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s a whole world of great free sales content out there to help you do your job better. So much so that it can be overwhelming, and as a busy sales professional, you probably don’t have a lot of extra time on your hands to keep on top of it all. Maybe you prefer a curated sales newsletter delivered straight to your inbox each day.

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Hubspot

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Sometimes fitting in just means shifting circumstances — and that principle applies to different brands of sales. Sometimes sales professionals currently working outside sales aren't cut out for it. If you find yourself in a position like that, you might want to consider transitioning from outside to inside sales.

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Only B2B

MARCH 6, 2024

But there are a lot of factors littering the path of lead conversion [time, sales, team, and more]. But generating qualified leads isn’t – because the number of qualified leads is the most immediate result of your effective B2B lead generation strategy or tactics.

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SmartBug Media

JULY 28, 2023

In today's competitive business environment, it's crucial to find effective tactics that speed up lead-to-opportunity conversion in the deal pipeline. If you're looking to maximize your sales potential and close deals faster, this blog post is for you. Get ready to take your sales game to the next level!

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SmartBug Media

DECEMBER 20, 2021

One of the best ways to do this is by earning certifications from HubSpot, a leader in inbound marketing and sales software. You can complete these certifications through courses that have been developed as part of HubSpot Academy. What are HubSpot certifications? Are HubSpot certifications worth It? Let’s dive in.

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