In preparing for sales calls, we all have our processes that we follow to give us tracks to run on and to increase the likelihood of successful outcomes. And in that, I’ve just mentioned two key elements – having both a logical call path and a planned call objective. Of course, there’s more. With the ... Read Post
The mining industry which people once saw as traditional and slow to adapt is now going through a profound transformation. The combination of technological progress with environmental demands and economic needs is forcing mining companies to adopt digital transformation in order to boost operational efficiency while adopting even greater safety measures all the while maintaining ... »
Can you count the times you asked yourself, ‘Why am I doing this?’ or ‘Why is this happening to me?’ The number is likely, infinite, and many will take the easy route – they quit. The better questions is, ‘What can I do to improve the situation, regain enthusiasm, and move forward?’ Our article offers ... »
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 ... »
Being connected has always been a goal of humanity. In the beginning it only happened through personal contact, shortly followed by written messages such as letters. Coming into the modern age, we then had the telegraph and then the telephone. The computer age eventually brought about the internet, which meant we were connected like never ... Read Post
Managing your sales force can be a lot like managing a soccer team towards a World Cup victory. Be the Best Team! Germany stunned the world with one of the youngest teams ever to take the field at the World Cup 2014 — and a considerable lack of star players in the traditional sense. It ... Read Post
12-step Checklist to Help You Create Your Own Custom Sales Pipeline. The Benefits of Building your Sales Pipeline from the Ground Up Here’s a comprehensive list of sales pipeline checklist items. Whether you run a small or large sales team— or are a contributor yourself, you’ll love this guide. Totally actionable; use it to make ... Read Post
A question in the minds of many businesses these days is: Should we move our business computing operations to the cloud, or should we “stay on the ground?” What are the benefits? What are the risks? Is it safe? Is it cost-effective? Research has found that the decision for any business to move IT operations ... Read Post
Selling is a very dynamic process, probably the most dynamic in any organization. It has so many moving parts, so many variables that it often becomes frenetic, chaotic, and reactionary. In this ebook, John Golden argues that it doesn’t have to be that way. Read Post
Stop Paying for a Patchwork Sales Stack. It’s Time to Build a Profit Engine Does your company’s sales stack feel like it’s held together with duct tape and expensive subscriptions? You started with a CRM, then added a scheduler, an email marketing tool, an account planning app, and more. Each new app promised efficiency, but ... Read Post
Crush Your Sales Goals Most sales are won and lost based on one key factor: You! You hold the keys to your sales success. Competitors don’t win because their offerings are more impressive. They win because they deliver a superior sales experience. 2018 is a great chance for to manifest a new start, create new ... Read Post
PointClear has developed a comprehensive Lead/Revenue Calculator that factors in metrics frequently ignored in the planning process, and addresses other shortcomings often found in these sorts of tools. This is a model you can adjust to fit your company; so multiply, add zeros, adjust percentages or make whatever other changes you feel will shed light ... Read Post
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AI is reshaping marketing, but genuine storytelling stays human at heart. In this episode with David J. Ebner, discover practical methods to fuse AI with emotionally engaging narratives for B2B tech. Start with a unique idea, then use AI for research and first drafts—while humans shape the emotional journey, voice, and value storytelling. Map a clear workflow: human-led ideation, AI-assisted drafting, and expert revision to ensure brand alignment. Maintain a flexible AI ecosystem to test new tools and guard against lock-in, and build a robust internal knowledge base to fuel content accuracy and consistency. Treat AI as a mentor, not a master, and continuously coach it to reinforce trust, authenticity, and specialization in your marketing teams.
