As we continue to push the limits of artificial intelligence, we are witnessing the rise of AI human avatars. These digital beings, created to resemble and act like human beings, have undergone rapid evolution, raising significant questions about the future of such human mimics in our lives. The Current State of Art for AI Avatars ... Read Post
In the rapidly evolving landscape of sales, where digital tools and automation are increasingly at the forefront, one element remains irreplaceable: human connection. Despite the proliferation of AI-driven solutions and automated customer interactions, the significance of building genuine, trust-based relationships with customers is more crucial than ever. Today’s buyers are not only more informed but ... »
Imagine your buyer—overwhelmed by competing demands, juggling multiple priorities, and stretched thin on time—pausing to read your message. This moment is a gift. How will you make it count? The foundation of effective sales writing lies in recognizing the value of your reader’s time. Whether it’s an email, a proposal, a presentation, or a sales ... »
To maximize the effectiveness of LinkedIn Sales Navigator in lead generation and sales processes, consider incorporating the following strategies: Targeted Searches: Use the advanced search features to filter potential leads by industry, company size, job title, and geographical location. This specificity helps in identifying the most relevant prospects. Save and Organize Leads: Utilize the tool’s ... »
There is a lot of conversation circulating about building your personal brand. If you take a look online, you might see personal branding defined 1 as “the practice of people marketing themselves and their careers as brands,” with terms like “self-packaging” thrown into the mix. But, the discussion about personal branding is fairly superficial; what ... Read Post
CRM Necessary for the Digital Transformation You might find the statement “CRM has failed in the past” to be a bit strong and sweeping. But at the time I brought my company into the CRM space, the predominant phrase heard about the subject from salespeople was this: “CRM sucks!” Additionally, there wasn’t at the time ... Read Post
The use of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to measure a sales team’s growth or contraction have been used for many years. Some examples include gross sales, net revenue, products sold, and others that demonstrate how a company has succeeded (or not) through a particular period (quarter or year). Read Post
Advice from sales experts who are also seasoned attendees — How to make the most of the in-person event. Indispensable techniques for keeping organized and productive at events and conferences We’ve got a new ebook just perfect for anyone planning to attend an in-person event or conference! — The Little Black Book for Conferences and ... Read Post
How two companies improved business performance with Pipeliner CRM CRM at the Forefront of B2B Sales Strategies One of the best ways CRM technology can be a tool for salespeople is through visibility — easily seeing and understanding customer accounts and relationships. This allows a sales representative to build, grow, and maintain the right level ... Read Post
You may not realize it—or the fact may have snuck up on you while you weren’t looking—but today there are far more smartphones out there than computers. There are currently an estimated 3 billion smartphones in use globally. Just to show the comparison, in 2017, the percentage of smartphone users accessing the internet was 63%, ... Read Post
The statistics are overwhelming — when your sales team focuses and prioritizes sales leads and activities, great things happen. We’ve created a compelling slide deck based on our blog post by James Obermayer of the Sales Lead Management Association (reporting on a comprehensive study conducted by Velocify.com). When sales teams regularly use simple prioritization activities, ... Start a slideshow
Identify and evaluate any sales opportunity to prioritize your sales pipeline and keep it accurate and actionable. Learn How to Identify a Good Sales Opportunity Nancy is a sales rep for a company that sells office furnishings. They include chairs, desks, couches, conference tables and any other such items needed. Nancy’s company generally qualifies opportunities with this ... Read Post
