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Survey: How sales reps adapted to the pandemic

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The pandemic changed the day-to-day processes of the B2B sales organization practically overnight when the world went 100% digital. A recent ZoomInfo survey of about 600 sales and marketing professionals found that most sales reps said they relied on in-person events for prospecting before 2020. Chinese proverb).

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How Sales Funnel Management Is Changing

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So how is the sales funnel – and the way it is formed, used, and managed – changing? And what are the most effective sales and marketing teams doing to optimize their chance of achieving success? Then during the final decision-making stage the sales pipeline will kick in.

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Chief Revenue Regrets – The Sales Leader Blindspot: Early Stage Funnel

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Yet, we are still running forecast and funnel reviews just as we did decades ago … interrogating and inspecting deals to assess the quality of the funnel to meet the number. Forecast vs Funnel Review. It is a tactical inspection to determine confidence and identify risk in the forecast. Neglecting the Early Funnel.

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Integrate Sales and Marketing Software to Streamline Processes

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Technology can’t solve every problem between sales and marketing. But once you get aligned on the principles , sales and marketing software integrations can bring shared processes to life much easier. Use software as a tool to align sales and marketing departments. That only increases tension, not alignment.

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Forrester Research Report: How Sales and Marketing Intelligence Drive Improved Business Outcomes

Fact: Only 8% of sales and marketing professionals say their data is between 91% - 100% accurate. In 2019, DiscoverOrg commissioned Forrester Consulting to evaluate sales and marketing intelligence practices in the B2B space. of companies achieved a score indicating maturity in data management practices in the space.".

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Sales Productivity: Where Are You Wasting The Most Time?

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If your goal is to increase sales productivity, start by asking yourself: “how much time do I waste on non-selling activities?”. In fact, there are a host of obstacles that keep sales reps from being their most productive selves. Where Do Sales Reps Waste The Most Time? It’s simple math.

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Map Your Sales Funnel for a Smoother Sales Journey

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Overflowing the sales funnel with leads doesn’t necessarily guarantee more paying customers in the end. Abundant lead conversion can happen when sales reps practice meaningful engagement with them throughout the sales funnel. What is Funnel Mapping? Sales Funnel vs. Sales Pipeline.

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Buyer’s Checklist: How to Evaluate a B2B Contact Data Provider

Leveraging a data provider to help identify and connect with qualified prospects supports company revenue goals by alleviating common headaches associated with prospecting research and empowers sales productivity. Many organizations fail to properly evaluate vendors during the selection process. So what’s the problem?

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5 Essential Pieces of a Prospecting Solution

Forward thinking sales leaders are starting to prioritize technology initiatives. As organizations chase new revenue targets, B2B sales leaders must examine cutting edge prospecting solutions that proactively help reps identify, connect with, and close qualified buyers faster.

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Seven Things Marketers Need to Know About Lead Generation

Speaker: Douglas Burdett, Host of The Marketing Book Podcast, Founder/Principal of ARTILLERY

Lead generation is the process of attracting and converting strangers and prospects into someone who has indicated interest in your company's product or service. Lead generation has become much more important because the buying process has changed, and marketers need to find new ways to reach buyers and get heard through the noise.

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How to Overcome the Pain Points of Your CRM

The promise of a CRM ( customer relationship management ) led organizations to believe each could digitally transform its businesses through tracking touchpoints throughout the buyer’s journey. When used effectively, a CRM can be the lifeblood of your sales team – keeping everyone organized, efficient, and at peak productivity.

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Buyer Intent Data Guide: How to Find Prospects Already Looking to Buy

Teams of all sizes can utilize buyer intent data to more effectively identify where prospects are on their purchase journey, and thus adapt marketing messaging and sales pitches to align with those specific interest signals collected. Download this special eBook to dive deeper into: Why intent data is crucial in B2B selling & marketing.

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The Impact of Direct Dials on Sales Productivity

Often, sales reps who fail to hit the phones hard are left wondering how they missed their quota. While dialing away at targeted prospects, it’s important for them to remember that not all sales outreach is created equal. How can you (and your sales team) benefit from this eBook?

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Three Simple Ways To Increase ROI From Your Current Sales Process Immediately!

Speaker: Donald Kelly, Founder & Chief Sales Evangelist at The Sales Evangelist LLC

The average B2B sales cycle can take anywhere from 3 to 9 months to close, depending on the complexity of the product or service being sold. Now add the fact that we're facing a global pandemic and it could add an extra 2 - 3 months or more to a sales cycle. How to tap into growing markets for new sales opportunities.

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The Definitive B2B Sales Playbook: Proven Path to $ Multi-Million Revenues

A well-written sales playbook not only streamlines the entire sales process but also ensures your sales team is fully equipped to successfully navigate a variety of sales situations while delivering a clear value proposition to your potential buyers. How to Streamline Your Sales Process.