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Defeating the "No-Decision" Trap: The Power of Divergent Thinking

Holden Advisors

Imagine if you could banish “no-decision” from your sales funnel. They build a shared vision around the ability to address a compelling business need or market opportunity and build the scaffolding of commitment to make this vision a reality. In essence, divergent thinking is the antidote to “no decision.”. They sell potential.

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6 Challenges Threatening Salespeople in 2018

Hubspot Sales

New research from Richardson Sales Training reveals the biggest focus for sales professionals in 2018 should be articulating value. This stems from strong competition and an increasing number of decision makers on the buyer’s side. Top challenges facing salespeople in 2018 included: Creating a targeted prospecting strategy.

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The Top Sales Trends of 2018

Hubspot Sales

What are the sales trends of 2018? 2018 is just around the corner. To find out what’s coming, I asked sales leaders, experts, and reps to predict the top sales trends of 2018. The hardest thing to do when prospecting for new business is to stand out in a sea of salespeople who are constantly calling and emailing decision makers.

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How to Use BANT to Qualify Prospects in 2018

Hubspot Sales

Authority: Who is the ultimate decision maker? They didn’t learn anything about the decision maker, Sheila; the budget approval process; or the reason for a spring implementation. We’ve calculated your team could potentially gain X amount per [week, quarter, year] by making this [change, investment]. How to adapt BANT to 2018.

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The 8 Skills Salespeople Will Need to Be Successful in 2018

Hubspot Sales

Selling Skills 2018. Buyers are different; they don’t have the internet to guide their decisions. Buyers are different; they don’t have the internet to guide their decisions. 2018 is going to be even bigger. 2018 is going to be even bigger. Video will be a major selling trends in 2018. Video skills.

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The Top 4 Sales Enablement Predictions for 2018

Hubspot Sales

2018 Sales Enablement Trends. With every New Year comes the time for predictions, and if you’re wondering what 2018 has in store for your sales team, look no further. With every New Year comes the time for predictions, and if you’re wondering what 2018 has in store for your sales team, look no further. You’re Already Behind.

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Stop Doing Stupid Sh*t: 18 Outdated Sales Tactics to Abandon in 2018

Hubspot Sales

But being a salesperson in 2018 is very different than being a salesperson in 1987. Although it’s arguably more difficult to sell effectively in 2018, it’s easier for top performers to differentiate themselves. 18 Outdated Sales Tactics to Kick to the Curb in 2018. Now, it’s dangerous to make assumptions. Cold calling.

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