Customer Think

JANUARY 12, 2024

As customer advisory board (CAB) managers maintain the momentum of the programs, one of the key checkpoints on initiative status will be their internal stakeholder meetings. Such meetings provide […]

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Red Star Kim

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The Managing Partners’ Forum (mpfglobal.com) holds quarterly meetings of its Advisory Board where senior leaders discuss issues pertinent to the professional services sector. Experience in stakeholder management and funding is also desirable. or Claire Mitchell claire.mitchell@pmint.co.uk

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Mike Kunkle

AUGUST 30, 2023

This conundrum can breed skepticism, both within the enablement team (as mentioned above) and from the stakeholders in their organization. The ability to convey this vision can rally senior leaders and front-line stakeholders alike behind our initiatives. Build Alliances: Alignment doesn’t occur in a vacuum.

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Clarity Engagement Solutions

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Unfortunately, this translated into pushing the same branded content messages via email not only to physicians, but a broad range of healthcare stakeholders. And if there’s one thing these stakeholder don’t like, it’s emails with branded content trying to sell them stuff. They go straight to the bin.

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Clarity Engagement Solutions

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Unfortunately, this translated into pushing the same branded content messages via email not only to physicians, but a broad range of healthcare stakeholders. And if there’s one thing these stakeholder don’t like, it’s emails with branded content trying to sell them stuff. They go straight to the bin.

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Healthcare Stakeholders Digitalization Organization 91

Brooks Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Now, its like a packed corporate strategy meeting where every department sends a representativeeach with an opinion and veto power. 77% of B2B buyers report their last purchase was complex, involving multiple stakeholders. More stakeholders means longer sales cycles. The implications for sellers are significant.

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MTD Sales Training

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Having achieved the goal of setting a sales meeting with a customer or prospect, what would be the best way to ensure, as much as possible, its success? Follow these five ideas in order to make sure you are fully prepared and confident when approaching the meeting: 1) Have a clear purpose. Plus, who specifically will be at the meeting?

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Mike Kunkle

APRIL 8, 2023

Although, in complex B2B opportunities, especially with longer sales cycles, qualification – like discovery – may be ongoing, because new stakeholders are introduced, others leave, budgets shift, and in general, things change.) To start, assess the Buyer Type for each stakeholder. Here’s what I mean.

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Strategic Account Management Association

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Research from Gartner suggests that only 28 percent of sales leaders say we’re meeting our cross-selling and up-selling growth targets. By rallying revenue teams around people and their problems, we can build a motion that truly centers on the customer and that benefits all stakeholders in the process.

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Showpad

JUNE 20, 2022

Today’s buyers spend 45% of their time independently researching their options and just 17% meeting with potential vendors. With Showpad’s Pages, reps collect key engagement data from all stakeholders on the buying team. Internal colleagues, external stakeholders, customers, everybody loves them,” Connor says. Not so much.

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Red Star Kim

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Behaviour in sales meetings). This article is a reminder of the key points valued by the delegates: Nine insights: Sales processes and selling skills for targeting and meetings. Some used the DMU (see introductory video on DMUs ) and the stakeholder matrix for targeting. Sales meetings. Debrief after meetings.

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DemandFarm

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Relationship Intelligence and Stakeholder Knowledge The best account managers know business is personal. They create trust-based connections by mapping out and understanding key stakeholders, tracking team shifts, and staying updated on client organization changes. Core Traits of High-Performing Account Managers 1.Relationship

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Planview

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In this blog, we will explore the critical differences between traditional and digital supply chains, the challenges of the former, the advantages of the latter, and why this transformation is essential for the automotive industrys future. Data silos hinder communication and collaboration, leading to misalignments among stakeholders.

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Arpedio

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Unlock Business Potential with Effective Stakeholder Mapping Improve your critical stakeholder relationships ← Back to blog As businesses strive to achieve growth and success, many overlook the untapped potential of effective stakeholder mapping.

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Red Star Kim

MARCH 1, 2024

At the recent Training – PM Forum on “ Buy-in, engagement and stakeholder management ” workshop we welcomed executive and manager delegates from legal and accountancy firms as well as a delegate from Poland. That’s the nature of the often long and protracted sales cycles in professional services.

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Mike Kunkle

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

“Performance management” consists of sending FedEx write-ups to all sales personnel monthly (it’s a distributed workforce), if they do not meet their monthly quotas. These “known entities” are crushing it (91,5% percent of revenue is generated by 8.9%

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Arpedio

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Understanding the power of a stakeholder matrix – A comprehensive guide Relationship Mapping Software ← Back to blog In the dynamic landscape of account management, understanding your clients’ needs, expectations, and concerns is paramount to building lasting and mutually beneficial relationships.

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DemandFarm

MARCH 31, 2025

In the past, account managers spent significant time on manual tasks like logging customer interactions, scheduling meetings, updating CRM records, and manually tracking stakeholder engagement. Providing AI-driven insights into account health, whitespace opportunities, and stakeholder influence, enabling proactive decision-making.

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Planview

JUNE 6, 2023

So how can you convince stakeholders to take a leap of faith and commit to switching platforms? In this blog, we’ll cover how to identify your key stakeholders affected by a new toolchain integration solution, how to present a solid business case, and why it’s time to swing for the fences and pitch an advanced solution.

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Red Star Kim

JULY 11, 2022

There are lots of articles on internal communications, buy-in and stakeholder engagement. Animal magic of buy-in and stakeholder engagement (Video) (kimtasso.com). Ten top takeaways on stakeholder engagement and buy in (kimtasso.com). Meet with BDs to talk through their strategies. Delegate key takeaways and actions.

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PandaDoc

MARCH 25, 2025

Its a decision that requires research, deliberation, and often, multiple stakeholders. Sometimes called enterprise sales, complex sales generally have a longer sales cycle involving multiple stakeholders and decision-makers. This stage can involve multiple meetings and additional stakeholders.

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DemandFarm

MARCH 31, 2025

It integrates seamlessly with HubSpot, enabling users to auto-generate stakeholder maps using CRM data. Its AI capabilities help teams understand stakeholder influence and forecast potential deal risks. Enterprise teams managing complex B2B sales with multiple stakeholders.

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Force Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

This blog is part of our Mission Critical Success Series, where we dive into the strategies leaders are using to execute on mission critical sales objectives during times of economic change. Check our blog next week for the newest installment, or subscribe for updates straight to your inbox.

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DemandFarm

AUGUST 8, 2024

Stakeholder mapping isn’t just another box to check off on your project management to-do list—it’s your secret weapon for project success. By utilizing a stakeholder mapping template as the first step, you can effectively manage stakeholders and confidently communicate with them to move your new project forward.

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Red Star Kim

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

It was good to meet the private client lawyers – some recently promoted to head of department – for a workshop on “ Managing and growing your private client practice” earlier this month. One delegate’s firm had recently merged and integration was a priority. Two tools were provided to assist with this. The need to include purpose (i.e.

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DemandFarm

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This process involves multiple product demonstrations, engaging with IT, procurement, and finance stakeholders, and significant customization to meet the client’s needs. Compared to small or mid-sized business (SMB) sales, enterprise sales typically entail a longer decision-making process, more resources, and more stakeholders.

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Red Star Kim

JUNE 27, 2023

I’ve taken on more responsibilities in the leading and strategy for campaigns, so would love to get more insight, measures of success and how to engage audiences more Best practice, strategizing, planning, getting stakeholders on board! What were the main takeaways for delegates?

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Planview

MARCH 19, 2025

Technological Advances : Innovations in AI, machine learning, and digital currencies redefine how organizations operate and meet consumer expectations. Strategy-to-Execution Alignment Creates a shared vision of objectives and key results (OKRs) across business and technology teams, ensuring all stakeholders work toward common goals.

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Financial Services Banking Management Government 52

Mike Kunkle

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Rather than recreate the wheel here, I wrote an entire post on the SPARXiQ blog called, “The Dangers of Using a ‘Tips & Tricks’ Sales Methodology,” which you can read at your leisure. Many of the commercially-available methodologies are very good, but incomplete. (To I’d recommend you check it out.

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DemandFarm

MARCH 31, 2025

Conversations, stakeholder engagement, external market intelligence, and predictive signals all play a crucial role in shaping long-term growth. Who are the contacts (Relationship Intelligence) that remain unengaged, and have you engaged with the right stakeholders enough? They track transactions, monitor pipelines, and organize data.

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DemandFarm

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A stakeholder mapping temple is the holy grail you need in this situation. A stakeholder mapping template is a visual tool that you will use to define the relationship between various key stakeholders and/or the relationship between the stakeholders and the project. Why is stakeholder mapping important?

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Account Manager Tips

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Use meeting scheduling apps 7. Create recurring milestone meetings 11. Share the load You don't have to be the only one in your organization communicating with key stakeholders. Use meeting scheduling apps Meeting scheduling software enhances client communication by automating the appointment booking process.

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Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 11, 2019

It’s often the most critical barrier to meeting quota, and the ability to prospect effectively and bring in qualified leads is what will help reps move forward and succeed. Matsen says, “Our bots collect information that gives us time to come prepared with potential solutions before we walk into meetings with new prospects.

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Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 12, 2017

And it’s important to tailor each presentation to meet the needs of each prospect. Because SaaS can be so complex, it’s common to bring engineers, executives, or product marketers into some meetings to make a difficult sale. Commission is usually added to the base pay and awarded when a salesperson meets or exceeds quota.

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Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

What is the marketing consultant’s approach from the first meeting? To better influence senior stakeholders and also support junior levels coming through How are M&BD roles changing? How much do you value strategy in the equation? Are you committed to seeing a strategy fully through before engaging in new tactics?

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Clarity Engagement Solutions

MAY 10, 2022

It encompasses validated best practices from both within a company and across the industry, to ensure commercial organizations put their “best foot forward” when engaging with key account stakeholders. Some of Our Latest Blogs. We Can help implement you 4 Zones™ Training with our CX1 – salesforce Lightning Solution.

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Sales Gravy

MAY 2, 2024

Key takeaways include: Business Acumen is Crucial: Sales professionals need to deepen their understanding of how businesses operate to effectively meet the needs of their clients. They voraciously consume industry publications, follow relevant blogs, and stay abreast of the latest trends and terminologies.

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