Hinge Marketing

MARCH 14, 2023

When instability is coming from every direction—the economy, political environment, wars, and the job market—how do consulting firms survive and thrive? Situations like these are exactly why the Hinge Research Institute conducts its annual High Growth Study of the consulting industry in partnership with Deltek.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Do you have what it takes to be a social media consultant? Let’s break down ways to become a successful social media consultant and how to get started. What do social media consultants do? Social media consultants are individuals or agencies who work with clients to improve upon, optimize and grow their social media presence.

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Hubspot

MAY 18, 2023

If you have a consulting practice, you need to curate credibility to help secure business. Consulting certificates can help. In this article, we'll share why consulting certificates are so valuable and how you can choose the right program for your needs. Table of Contents Why do consulting certificates matter?

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Biznology

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Always on the lookout for new ways to identify prospects and generate leads in business markets? Hugh MacFarlane , a longtime sales and marketing trainer and coach has added a prospecting service that uses predictive modeling to identify and target prospects for clients. Surround your prospects with their own colleagues.

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NuSpark Consulting

MARCH 20, 2019

Assuming you realize the importance and value of marketing, if you can’t do it personally, you’re left with one of two fundamental options: Outsourcing to a marketing consultant or agency, or. Benefits of Hiring a Marketing Consultant. Marketing consultancies use tried-and-tested software they’ve purchased already.

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Heinz Marketing

JANUARY 15, 2021

By Stephanie Carrillo , Senior Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing. When was the last time you read a sales prospecting email? On occasion, when a prospecting email catches my eye, it’s because the sender personalized it. Personalizing your sales prospecting touchpoints. Intent tools for sales prospecting.

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Biznology

OCTOBER 10, 2018

One that you don’t need Google’s permission to consult? You can think of those keywords as a list of items that are important to your customers and prospects. The post Are you consulting your database of intentions? It’s your site search engine. Every day, people type things into your search box.

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Hubspot

MARCH 22, 2023

Consulting, as a career, usually involves working with people to bring their ideas to life and guide them in the right direction. The success of many businesses hinges on how good their consultant is. These companies don’t make their consulting decisions lightly. What makes networking different for consultants?

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KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 30, 2018

As marketers strive to deliver content that best suits their customers’ needs, new research indicates that B2B customers still prefer to consult a wide array of assets during the buying process. According to the “2018 B2B Buying Disconnect” report from TrustRadius, B2B buyers consult 4.9

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Avitage

APRIL 26, 2017

Companies that experience stalled revenue growth may attempt to shift from traditional product selling, to a more consultative and comprehensive solutions or platform approach. But the B2B sales prospecting epidemic has a more fundamental core cause than consultative or solutions orientation.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2024

That prospective customer is identified typically based on online research designed to find individuals or businesses that match a company’s buyer persona. It’s an opportunity to introduce your product or service to a prospect who might not yet be aware of how it could benefit their business. Make note of these.

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GrowPowerful

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As the lines between Fractional CMOs and marketing consultants continue to blur, it can be somewhat difficult to pinpoint exactly where one ends and the other begins. During our podcast, GROW Powerful’s Managing Partner, Brett Schklar , walks you through a few of the ways in which the Fractional CMO route differs from consulting engagements.

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Rev

AUGUST 2, 2023

When it comes to sales prospecting, there is no magic formula. But, at the end of the day, prospecting is a skill. That said, there are certain tactics and strategies that can help you become more successful at prospecting. Here’s an overview of everything we’ll cover along the way: What is sales prospecting?

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Heinz Marketing

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

By Michelle Voznyuk , Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing. Content helps educate prospects, describe our products/services, and outlines all the possibilities of partnering with us. Not only for the sake of our own metrics, but for the overall experience for prospects. We forget where we are sending prospects.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 9, 2017

Companies that experience stalled revenue growth may attempt to shift from traditional product selling, to a more consultative and comprehensive solutions or platform approach. But the B2B sales prospecting epidemic has a more fundamental core cause than consultative or solutions orientation.

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B2B Digital Marketer

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Unlocking the Hidden Potential of Nurturing Leads for Success Introduction In this episode of B2B Digital Marketer, we delve into the importance of prospect experience in B2B lead generation. Dan McDade highlights how prospect experience can be a game-changer in attracting and converting customers.

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 19, 2019

You’ve just wrapped up a call with a prospective consulting client. If you’ve found your way to this blog post, it’s safe to assume you now need to develop a consulting proposal for this client — and you need help doing so. Many prospective clients request proposals before officially signing on the dotted line.

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Webbiquity

MARCH 30, 2024

Free Consultations A rather canny way to start spreading the word about your new business is to offer free consultations to potential clients. The point is to genuinely offer a free consultation with no strings, using it as a chance to show off what you can do. Done right, this can be a great way to start booking new clients.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Yet, it can actually give us a better understanding of our prospects, making that human connection stronger. Here, I spoke with top sales leaders to learn how to AI to better understand your prospects, lead more effective conversations, and drive more results. How AI Can Help You Better Understand Your Prospects 1.

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ViewPoint

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Pipeliner’s John Golden hosted me on #SalesChats recently and the topic was prospecting. John asked two questions: Which stage of the buying process should a salesperson engage with a prospect? I quoted experts during the video as follows: Consultant/author Mike Weinberg (“New Sales. Simplified.” and “Sales Management.

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Hinge Marketing

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

There’s a popular saying that “time waits for no one”—and that seems to be especially true for consulting firms. In this article, we preview the 2022 High Growth Study: Consulting Edition by outlining the four key advantages high growth consulting firms realized on their path to growth and profitability. Get access here.

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The Forward Observer

MARCH 15, 2024

is the founder and CEO of MarketingProfs, the largest B2B marketing training, consulting, and event company dedicated to helping large organizations, teams, and individuals execute marketing campaigns that drive actual results. He is also a consultant, conference speaker, and Emeritus Professor at USC.

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Jackie Walts

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Now write the copy to make it crystal clear what the benefit is if a prospect responds. Write emails so they are 1:1 – personal to the prospect experience and with every bit of copy focused on the prospect benefit – the “what’s in it for me?”. Think like your prospect. Can you have more than one CTA? Let me know.

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 27, 2019

You decided to launch your own consulting gig to put your expertise to good use — congratulations! The job outlook for consultants is expected to increase by 14% through 2028 , proving there is plenty of opportunity in this growing field. Let’s walk through fast tips to help you land more consulting clients. Ask for referrals.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Sales qualification is the act of evaluating potential prospects to determine whether they possess the characteristics that make them a good fit for your product or service. In simpler terms – qualifying a lead or prospect means determining whether or not they are worth your time. That’s where sales qualification comes in.

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Biznology

JANUARY 11, 2021

With all of these things, the people you’re annoying are your customers or prospective customers. The post Is Your Website Making Your Prospects Hate You? If they’re presented in 7-point type on a busy background, consider what it is you’re trying to hide. appeared first on Biznology.

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Hubspot

AUGUST 28, 2023

Before you ever pick up the phone for prospecting , you have to determine whether the person you’re calling fits your ideal prospect profile. Selling a product you don’t truly believe in is a challenge — and if you don't understand your own company, your prospects will pick up on that. How senior is your prospect?

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Hubspot

AUGUST 8, 2023

Any prospect who buys from you is trusting that your solution is the best possible fit to suit their needs and that you‘re selling it because you sincerely believe that — but legitimate trust isn’t rooted exclusively in goodwill and friendliness. And how, exactly, do you build it with your prospects? Sales is a consultative practice.

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Hubspot

JULY 22, 2020

Working as a consultant can be a tricky, uncertain game at points. And even when business is going well, the peace of mind that comes with knowing you're set financially for an extended period of time can be an attractive prospect. In many — if not most — cases, consultants charge on an hourly, daily, or project-based basis.

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ViewPoint

MARCH 24, 2015

I was particularly impressed with the first speaker Mike Weinberg—sales coach, consultant, and author of the book New Sales. The Essential Handbook for Prospecting and New Business Development. Mike''s presentation, “4 Tips to Power Up Prospecting in 2015,” blew me away. So, what is prospecting , exactly? Simplified.:

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ViewPoint

MARCH 25, 2015

In part 1 of this series, I introduced Mike Weinberg—sales coach, consultant, and author of the book New Sales. The Essential Handbook for Prospecting and New Business Development. Tip 2: Make a serious commitment to prospecting. No one defaults to prospecting. Yes is the best time of day to prospect.” Simplified.:

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Hubspot

MARCH 27, 2023

Sales is an increasingly consultative profession. That means reps need to provide prospects with helpful and specific resources as opposed to stuffing irrelevant information down their throats — but you can't get there if you don't understand where your prospect is coming from. What were you looking for help with?"

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 21, 2017

What is consultative selling? Consultative selling is an approach that focuses on creating value and trust with the prospect and exploring their needs before offering a solution. The answer is a consultative approach. Consultative selling fits the inside sales model hand in glove. Consultative selling tips.

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Vidyard

AUGUST 2, 2017

For every sleazy salesperson that will do anything to close a deal, there are hundreds that go the extra mile for their prospects rather than their paycheque. Attention and engagement are the new currency of B2B sales, so smart sales people are acting more like consultants than quota-carriers, and the extra effort is paying off.

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B2B Marketing Traction

MARCH 28, 2014

I made the decision to begin a consulting company focused on providing marketing solutions and founded New Incite in April of 1997. No matter what the consulting assignment is, if I can provide new insight for their marketing or business and incite them to positive change, I have succeeded. I focus on solutions.

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Heinz Marketing

MAY 11, 2018

The consultative sales approach is the best way to communicate those priceless intangibles. Logic may be the “right” way to make a buying decision, but the truth is that on any given day, emotion could be the main factor driving your prospect to buy. Rather than assume, treat every prospect like a potential SQL.

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Customer Experience Matrix

AUGUST 28, 2014

I mentioned 6Sense briefly in a recent post about vendors who help companies find prospects on the Web. Since then, I’ve had a more detailed briefing, which clarified that their scope extends well beyond prospect lists to predictive models applied across all stages of the purchase cycle. Formal release was in May 2014.

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