Mention sales systems and one typically thinks of IT, CRM and/or processes. Mention sales leadership and one may think of strong, effective salesmanship and/or heroic management overseeing the sales troops… read more →
We see a lot of salespeople who are seasoned and experienced in sales and account management. Likewise we see a new generation of reps who, by all appearances, have the… read more →
Saw an interesting article recently about the role that CEOs should play relative to sales deals. Essentially, it emphasized that top executives should stay focused on forging company strategy, setting… read more →
So now you’re ready to document your sales process “playbook.” A playbook is just as it sounds—it’s a notated game plan of steps, actions and tools used to facilitate the… read more →
There are 4 Big Things that impact selling success. These are not just for 2011; they are timeless. If you get these right as a salesperson or sales manager, then… read more →
It’s mid-December as we confront the end of another sales quarter and calendar year. We see the finish line through the busy Christmas break and final year-end wrap-up. When all… read more →
Here we go again as we hit the holidays while trying to hit the numbers. Take the needed break this week and enjoy the time with family and friends. Celebrate… read more →
At this time of year as we track the baseball playoffs (go Giants since my Dodgers are down and out) and college and pro football favorites (and Fantasy teams), we’re… read more →
Today marks the launching of Top Sales World, an international online sales community that educates, supports and connects sales professionals globally. Top Sales World features the best in sales tips,… read more →
In my days of selling IBM computer equipment, I sold the first computer to a company called The Nature Company, a retail establishment with several stores in California. As a… read more →