We asked four technology experts these three questions:
1. What is the most important thing companies should know about technology in light of all that is happening in the world today?
2. What are the most significant technological trends emerging right now and what do companies need to know?
3. What is the most important technology to leverage during this uncertainty? What do companies need to consider for the future?
This year certainly has had its challenges, personal or professional. But, whether your company surpassed its sales goals, or it struggled to stay afloat, you still need to figure out some way to set your sales goals for 2021.
Whether you were hired brand new to the company, or started out as a salesperson and were promoted to sales leader, you need to build credibility with your sales team. Establishing credibility as a leader is not something that happens overnight. It’s a process that involves time, effort, and patience, and is worth the investment for successful leadership.
As the world starts to move out of panic mode, into healing mode and back to growth, you may find yourself in need of a sales leader. There are few decisions more critical for a company than hiring the right leader for your sales organization. This role is responsible for executing your company strategy out in the market. Use these tactics when looking to hire for your next sales leader.
Outside sales and inside sales have traditionally played in their own arenas. Outside salespeople regularly meet with clients or prospects in the field. Inside salespeople typically sell over the phone and web. But in today’s “new norm,” outside salespeople have had to stop meeting with clients face-to-face. They have now started to invade the turf of the inside salespeople. So, is this the end of the outside salesperson?
It’s no secret that remote work arrangements have become more prevalent this year. As more companies are considering physically going back to work, many salespeople are asking the question, “do I have to go back to the office?” The answer? It depends.
No matter how long you have been selling, whether it’s five years, ten years, or 25 years there is one step that can continuously be improved in your sales process, which will increase your chances of winning – Discovery. There is a distinction between good discovery and great discovery. Find out which you tend to do and how you can uncover more in your discovery calls.
When you tell your sales team, they are going to sales training; you may see some eye rolls, hear some long sighs, and feel the room’s demeanor shift. Salespeople don’t care much for sales training, but there are ways to make training more effective and improve the odds of having a positive impact on your revenue and profits.
Sales negotiating is a part of everyday life, and it’s critical for more profitable sales and accelerated sales cycles. Poor negotiation techniques can cripple a company just as quickly as losing key customers. While most negotiating strategies seem like common sense, not many salespeople have a defined negotiation strategy or process. Most have never received any training in this area. These five tips will unlock your team’s ability to get the best deal possible.
Have you ever had a potential customer say, “It’s too expensive,” or “I don’t want to get stuck in a contract,” or even “It’s just not important right now?” Every prospect you speak to has objections or reasons they are hesitant to buy your product or service. Whether they think your product is too expensive, or if your company is too small, you’ll face any variety of objections. These four steps will help you resolve those objections.