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How to Beat the Competition in Sales

There is no escape from competition in sales. Whether it is already apparent or lurking around the corner, the challenge...

6 Sep 23

15 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

6 Sales Coaching Activities That Will Set You Apart

Sales coaching is one of the most important activities a manager can do to increase performance. Yet managers often conf...

31 Aug 23

5 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Which Seller Approach Increases Deal Size and Speeds Deal Velocity?

There isn’t a CEO out there that hasn’t noticed the overall decline in commercial productivity in recent quarters. SBI’s...

31 Aug 23

6 min read

By Nick Toman Read More

Coaching & Training

Choosing the Right Sales Management Style

Are you looking to maximize your team's performance? Dive into the four pivotal sales management styles—Directing, Selli...

30 Aug 23

6 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

6 Proven Strategies to Maximize Sales Without Adding Headcount

Today’s economic reality has companies looking carefully at budgets, especially regarding staffing. Yet, despite the cha...

21 Aug 23

7 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

GTM Design & Structure

How to Drive GTM Growth in a Slow Market

Over the past year, CEOs have been hunkering down, preparing their organizations for a recession that never came. Even t...

17 Aug 23

4 min read

By Mike Hoffman Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Why Generative AI Should Be Part of Your Sales Toolkit

Generative AI has emerged as a game-changer in the world of sales, lending itself as a potent tool to augment the capabi...

16 Aug 23

5 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

Sales Negotiating: How to Approach Contract Changes & Price Increases

Attracting new clients and negotiating deals in today's economy can be challenging. And on top of that, you might be ask...

14 Aug 23

16 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

Enhance Sales Conversations with Generative AI

It seems you can’t open your news feed these days without seeing an article about how AI will transform the workforce. B...

10 Aug 23

11 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

What Is Sales Velocity and Why Is It So Important?

Creating new sales opportunities and moving them efficiently through the sales process is a critical differentiator of h...

7 Aug 23

12 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

Master the Art of Active Listening by Practicing These 4 Things

One of my favorite thought-provoking questions to ask a Sales Manager is “What do you think is the single most important...

5 Aug 23

5 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Unleashing Your Sales Team's Potential: A Proven 4-Step Process to Develop and Achieve a Vision for Success

As sales managers, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day hustle of achieving immediate results. However, true lea...

1 Aug 23

7 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

Selling to Procurement: How to Get to “Yes” Faster

As a sales leader, you know how important it is to work with Procurement to get a deal closed. However, navigating the p...

31 Jul 23

11 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

The Ultimate Guide to Sales Prospecting

Prospecting is vital in sales. It's often undervalued but shouldn't be. To improve efficiency and success, sales reps mu...

19 Jul 23

43 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

Align Your Sales Process with the Purchase Process for Better Results

Today’s buyers don’t like to be “sold” or pitched. They would rather feel like they are in control of their purchase pro...

17 Jul 23

10 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Manage Underperforming Sales Reps

Managing underperforming sales reps can be a daunting challenge, but it is not insurmountable. As a sales leader, you ca...

10 Jul 23

9 min read

By Norman Behar Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Are Your Commercial Initiatives Driving Growth?

Every viable company has a unique growth thesis with seemingly endless paths to create value. The challenge that many co...

6 Jul 23

4 min read

By Nick Toman Read More

Coaching & Training

6 Differences Between Sales and Account Management

Sales and account management are vital in driving revenue growth and cultivating strong customer relationships. Although...

4 Jul 23

8 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Is Your Sales Approach Lengthening the Sales Cycle?

Uncertainty still prevails in today’s business environment. For salespeople, it has led to significant challenges in sal...

29 Jun 23

4 min read

By Bryan Kurey Read More

Coaching & Training

Active Listening In Sales - A High-Performing Rep Superpower

Imagine a sales scenario where you truly understand your customers, build strong relationships, and consistently achieve...

26 Jun 23

10 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Pinpoint the Root Cause of an Underperforming Sales Rep

Identifying the root cause of underperformance allows managers to take proactive measures and provide targeted support t...

21 Jun 23

10 min read

By Norman Behar Read More

Coaching & Training

Sales Pipeline Management vs. Sales Forecasting: What's the Difference

Effectively managing the progression of opportunities and accurately predicting future sales performance is critical for...

19 Jun 23

7 min read

By Norman Behar Read More

Coaching & Training

Managing Sales Behaviors to Improve Sales Performance

When sales teams don't meet their sales targets, managers usually look at the sales outcomes to figure out what went wro...

14 Jun 23

8 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

A 4-Step Process to Develop and Achieve A Sales Vision For Your Team

Sales managers frequently find themselves immersed in the immediate, short-term results, making it quite a challenge to ...

7 Jun 23

9 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

6 Benefits of Coaching in Sales (And Why It Should Be a Priority)

Why do some sales managers hesitate to coach their teams? What's stopping them from embracing a practice that can transf...

5 Jun 23

11 min read

By Norman Behar Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Some Companies Are Seeing Serious Sales Momentum in 2023

The latest SBI survey of CEOs shows that even in the face of today’s economic uncertainty, the more committed a company ...

1 Jun 23

3 min read

By Bryan Kurey Read More

Coaching & Training

Counter Negotiation Tactics to Use When Buyer Makes the First Offer

One frequently discussed issue by negotiation experts is when you should make the first offer in a negotiation. Conventi...

31 May 23

12 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

Becoming a Tech-Savvy Sales Manager: How to Leverage Sales Technology

In today's digital age, sales teams have many cool tech tools they can use. But if they don't use them properly, it can ...

29 May 23

15 min read

By Alonso Chehade Read More

Coaching & Training

Price Conversation: When Prospect Wants to Discuss Price Prematurely

In the sales world, pricing is crucial in determining whether or not a prospect will convert into a customer. However, d...

26 May 23

11 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Build Rapport in Sales With 3 Simple Techniques

Capturing the attention and trust of your potential customers is a crucial aspect of successful sales. When you establis...

24 May 23

9 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Build Value in Sales with Value-Added Benefits

Think of the last time you won a close, competitive sales opportunity. What tipped the scales in your favor? In sales si...

22 May 23

10 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Overcome the "It's Too Expensive" Objection

As a salesperson, you'll often encounter objections from buyers regarding the price. Though these objections can be frus...

17 May 23

13 min read

By David Jacoby Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Motivate Your Sales Team to Reach Your Business Goals

As a sales manager, you want your sales team to be motivated and work toward achieving business goals. While there’s no ...

15 May 23

10 min read

By SRG, a Part of SBI Read More

Coaching & Training

5 Procurement Negotiation Strategies to Use with Your Sales Process

In business negotiations, Procurement teams often aim to control every aspect of the sale, from limiting access to decis...

12 May 23

11 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Why You May Already Have The BEST Sales Team Right Now… and Not Even Know It.

Where does talent really come from? It’s a simple equation: Talent = Sales. And the more talent your organization has, t...

11 May 23

3 min read

By Anthony Erickson Read More

Coaching & Training

How to Build a Positive Member Experience

As Warren Buffet famously said, “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.” From initial cont...

10 May 23

8 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

Sales Coaching and AI for Better Performance

Sales coaching is a critical aspect of improving the performance of sales teams. It involves various activities, from pr...

10 May 23

10 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

Coaching & Training

Building Your Pipeline in a Challenging Economy

With many companies facing economic headwinds, sales leaders are looking for ways to grow revenues without adding headco...

8 May 23

9 min read

By Norman Behar Read More

Coaching & Training

Selling Skills vs. Sales Methodology: Understanding the Difference

Sales success requires salespeople to have both selling skills and a sales methodology. Selling skills are crucial for e...

3 May 23

9 min read

By Ray Makela Read More

GTM Design & Structure

Inside Look: How a Talent Assessment Helped Improve Sales Productivity

ACME sought to improve its sales productivity and create value in its ever-growing organization. To accomplish this goal...

3 May 23

7 min read

By Anthony Erickson Read More