Trust is the foundation of any kind of relationship. But it becomes even more important when you’re in sales, as you’re continuously building networks among colleagues, bosses, and clients.  That’s why conversations are very important—and your ability to break the ice, even more so.   Knowing how to get a conversation started can open an […]

Salespeople tend to make sales pitches that disrupt the natural flow of conversations. For this reason, people develop an aversion to them. First off, people don’t want to be sold something they’re not interested in. Secondly, prospects are only receptive to sales pitches at specific times. That means salespeople can’t approach leads with their offers […]

Are you struggling to close B2B deals? Are you looking to gain valuable insights into B2B sales? Then this Ultimate B2B Sales guide is for you. From the basics of the sales process to proven tips and strategies for closing more deals – this guide is packed with actionable information you can apply today in […]

As a sales manager or business owner, you know it’s essential for sales teams to have the tools they need to be successful. Sales training gives new hires the techniques, skills, and knowledge of your sales process, ensuring everyone is on the same page. But if your sales organization doesn’t have a sales mentorship program, […]

At the heart of every successful business lies good salespeople—and at the heart of every good salesperson lies a set of beneficial habits and qualities that make them great at what they do. But these attributes don’t appear out of nowhere. How to Be a Good Salesman If you want to know how to be […]

For as long as language has existed, so have stories; you can’t have one without the other. And that’s hardly surprising. As long as humans have been around, we’ve constantly been telling each other stories, whether for the sake of sheer entertainment or to explain something about the world in which we live.   But […]

Every decision we make in life has a psychological reason behind it. Sometimes, we’re aware of this reason; at other times, we’re not. But regardless of whether we’re privy to the influence of psychology on our decision-making, that influence is there, nonetheless.   This is why psychology and sales go so well together. Knowing how […]

We’re all familiar with self-service and transactional sales—regular, everyday sales that we encounter while out getting groceries or shopping for gifts for friends. But what are complex sales? Otherwise known as enterprise sales, this term describes the process of selling products and services to corporate clients on a larger scale.   This approach to sales […]

When undertaking any new task, it’s important that you base your decisions on solid research data. Why? Because this is the best way to guarantee your success. This is just as true in sales as it is in all other areas of life. One aspect of sales in which appropriate research is especially vital is […]

Effective Sales Phrases for Closing Closing is a crucial part of the sales cycle, and yet it is occasionally overlooked. So much attention is given to generating leads, qualifying clients, and presenting your products; and while these are all important, so is closing the sale. Questions and closing phrases can help you do that. In […]