Sales Gravy

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

On this episode of the Sales Gravy Podcast, Jeb Blount and Will Frattini, Head of Enterprise Revenue & Growth at Zoominfo, take on account management and account expansion selling. You'll learn why a focused and intentional account management strategy is essential for net revenue retention and account expansion.

Account Management 111

Account Management Management Client Relationships Business Growth 111

Red Star Kim

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Referrer Management – Capacity and Capability Capacity – Rational elements of referrer management Throughout the workshop we considered how leadership and organisation (rational activity) supports effective referrer management. Key processes Data is needed to drive key processes supporting referrer management. amongst us.

Management 130

Management Emotional Intelligence Onboarding Communication 130

Red Star Kim

JUNE 15, 2023

At the start of June I had the pleasure of leading PM Forum ’s “Towards KAM (and ABM) – Helping fee-earners with client relationship management” online workshop. Key Account Management (KAM) – Research companies, use KAM technology and maintain momentum. Others may find that the M&BD team is responsible for research.

Key Account Management 130

Key Account Management Account Management Management Client Relationships 130

DemandFarm

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Do you know how the top key account managers (KAMs) become the top KAMs? They don’t just respond to an account’s needs—they anticipate them, creating proactive strategies that build trust and deepen relationships. Key Focus Areas for High-Impact Account Management Teams 1. Core Traits of High-Performing Account Managers 1.Relationship

Key Account Management 52

Key Account Management Account Management Management Stakeholders 52

Hubspot Sales

AUGUST 17, 2020

Essentially, account development is the go-to organization for managing the sales process and determining the revenue-generating potential of customer accounts. Individuals in this role are commonly referred to as an account development manager. Let’s discuss what an account development manager does, and how to become one.

Account Development 127

Account Development Management Advertising Profitability 127

Farland Group

MAY 10, 2022

Andrew Greenwood is Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for ZS Associates, a management consulting and professional services firm focusing on consulting, software, and technology, providing services for clients in healthcare, private equity, and technology. Managing the program is the real value of these councils.

Client Relationships 59

Client Relationships Communication Marketing Meetings 59

DemandFarm

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Behind every high-performing sales team is a manager who doesnt just oversee but inspires, strategizes, and drives impactful results. Sales management today demands more than ever beforeits a delicate balance of leadership, technology, and insight. What sets exceptional sales managers apart?

Sales Management 40

Sales Management Management Decision-making Negotiation 40

Red Star Kim

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In early December (and despite the train strike), we gathered at the offices of London | Simmons & Simmons (simmons-simmons.com) for a workshop on “Future Marketing and Business Development Manager”. Future Marketing and Business Development Manager: Connections, Collaboration, Context, Creativity, Cause and Continuous learning.

Marketing 130

Marketing Emotional Intelligence Management Leadership 130

Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This post summarises some of the key themes emerging from the recent online MBL “How to manage and grow your private client practice” full day session . Manage and grow your private client practice – Recruitment, Performance, Segmentation and ROI. Larger professional services firm were using automation in this area.

Emotional Intelligence 130

Emotional Intelligence Management Business Planning Value Proposition 130

ACT

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For starters, entrepreneurs must find skilled professionals who have a knack for building client relationships. Project managers look up their respective clients details in the spreadsheet and send timely follow-ups and updates. Each manager might end up creating a separate spreadsheet for their clients.

Client Relationships 52

Client Relationships Small Business CRM Decision-making 52

ProlifIQ

OCTOBER 30, 2024

KAM Technology & Use Cases in 2025 KAM technology plays a crucial role in supporting these best practices by providing powerful tools and features that streamline and enhance key account management processes. Interested in seeing a Key Account Management solution to help you retain and grow key customers?

Key Account Management 52

Key Account Management Stakeholders Account Planning Account Management 52

Account Manager Tips

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Inherit Another Account Manager's Mess? 12 Ways to Clean it Up Now There’s nothing worse than inheriting a mess left behind by another key account manager. But as the new key account manager, you're left to figure out where things went wrong, how to fix them and restore the client's trust. Client Revenue.

Key Account Management 182

Key Account Management Account Management Decision-making Client Relationships 182

Account Manager Tips

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Are you doing key account management the hard way? Effective key account management requires you to increase profits, develop relationships, increase satisfaction, grow revenue, improve retention and reduce conflict. Let's take a look at 7 of my favourite key account management tools. Table of Contents. (1) Conclusion.

Key Account Management 130

Key Account Management Account Management Management Onboarding 130

Engage Selling

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

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Communication 85

Communication Sales Client Relationships Sales Training 85

Red Star Kim

APRIL 17, 2023

The main takeaways for the delegates can be summarised with the following themes: Referrer management – Grading, Research, Discipline, Storytelling and Leveraging your exemplars. As we progressed through the analysis and planning stages of a referrer management plan, I was reminded of Henry Mintzberg’s model of “Diagnosis.

Management 100

Management Manufacturing Client Relationships Facilitation 100

Hubspot Sales

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Beyond renewals, existing accounts present a great deal of new revenue and partnership opportunities for sales pros who understand their continued role as account manager. In this space, account managers identify and create opportunities by positioning solutions aligned with customer goals, challenges, and initiatives.

Account Management 104

Account Management Management Stakeholders Profitability 104

Nutshell

MAY 11, 2023

One of your best options for managing your client relationships is customer relationship management software, called a CRM. CRMs specialize in shaping the customer experience , not just organizing client contact details and property specs.

CRM 134

CRM Client Relationships Software Software 134

Red Star Kim

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The culture and rewards systems sometimes worked against integrated client teams. Data – CRM (Client Relationship Management) and CDP (Client Data Platforms) are often lacking. Processes and skills for managing opportunities and pipelines can be lacking. tenders converted and revenue generated).

Key Account Management 130

Key Account Management Account Management Value Proposition Client Relationships 130

Arpedio

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The vital role of Customer Success in Account Management Explore ARPEDIO's Account Management Software ← Back to blog In recent times, companies have come to realize the significance of aligning their customer success and account management strategies. Their focus is on building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships.

Account Management 52

Account Management Communication Management Artificial Intelligence 52

Hubspot Sales

JUNE 6, 2019

A career and career path that draws heavily on your ability to think critically, analyze complex data, and communicate your results clearly to peers and executives. This role might also be more client- or management-facing, sharing the results of a whole team of analysts. National Account Manager. The result?

Supply Chain 141

Supply Chain Finance Sales Account Management 141

Red Star Kim

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The session comprises three elements: marketing and business development fundamentals, practical marketing communication and business development skills and growing your career. And also to support cross-selling and enhance the client experience. How do you stand out from your peers?

Marketing 130

Marketing Stakeholders Communication Digitalization 130

DemandFarm

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Meaningful conversations, fueled by a deep understanding of your clients’ needs, are the key to building trust and loyalty. This personalized communication goes beyond the initial sale; it’s about nurturing a long-term partnership that benefits both parties. Learn More.

Client Relationships 40

Client Relationships Decision-making Stakeholders Onboarding 40

Red Star Kim

JUNE 20, 2022

She ran management development and leadership programmes at the BBC before founding a leading coaching consultancy. She touches on the differences between coaching, mentoring, training and line management too. A key theme is respecting the client’s right to choose – so that rules out the idea of coaches providing advice.

Client Relationships 130

Client Relationships Facilitation Brainstorming Meetings 130

Red Star Kim

MARCH 16, 2023

We were joined by delegates from legal, accountancy and consultancy firms for PM Forum’s “Cross-selling and referrer management accelerator” workshop earlier in March. While we discussed various tools and methods to promote cross-selling and referral management, a key theme emerged around changing culture. Another cultural shift.

Key Account Management 130

Key Account Management Onboarding Communication e-Learning 130

Arpedio

MARCH 5, 2024

In the intricate dance of business success, one partner often overlooked is account management. It’s the backbone that sustains client relationships, fosters loyalty, and ultimately drives growth. So, let’s embark on this journey to unravel the mysteries of client engagement and business evolution.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Client Relationships Prioritization 52

Account Management Skills

JANUARY 11, 2022

In this episode we talk about making client relationships more profitable. We covered so many different areas including: What clients really value and how to talk the client language. Why you need to establish and nurture senior client relationships. Welcome to Episode 53. And it’s so practical.

Client Relationships 52

Client Relationships Profitability Procurement Negotiation 52

Red Star Kim

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Firms must ensure that internal communications and team cohesion are high on their agenda to ensure M&BD folk feel engaged. They were asked to indicate where most of their time is spent at present: 33% supporting M&BD executives and managers. 11% supporting internal communications. 22% pitches and tenders. 11% research.

Digitalization 147

Digitalization Media Marketing Communication 147

Arpedio

MARCH 6, 2024

In today’s competitive business landscape, effective account management plays a pivotal role in fostering long-term client relationships and driving sustainable growth. It encompasses various tasks such as understanding client objectives, coordinating internal resources, and providing personalized support and solutions.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Client Relationships Communication 52

Arpedio

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Account management is a crucial component of any successful business. But what is account management exactly? Put simply, it’s the process of building and maintaining strong relationships with your clients.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Client Relationships Negotiation 52

Arpedio

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Account management software tools Account Management Software ← Back to blog Account management software solutions have transformed the way businesses handle their account planning and client interactions. Account management plays a central role in building lasting client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Account Management 52

Account Management Software Software Management 52

Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems are the foundation upon which the success of professional services firms’ marketing relies. Running Cirrom across our entire CRM gives me confidence that our data is accurate and up-to-date, empowering our CRM Manager to focus on more strategic work. Hooray to that!

Marketing 26

Marketing Artificial Intelligence CRM Digitalization 26

Insightly

APRIL 14, 2022

Creativity and the quality of your ideas will help your agency attract the right prospects, but at the end of the day, how you manage your client relationships will determine the success of your business. A happy client will keep coming back to your agency again and again, leading to a thriving business and a happy team.

CRM 98

CRM Digitalization Client Relationships Communication 98

Arpedio

JANUARY 3, 2024

When it comes to driving business success , there are two crucial strategies that companies must master: Account Management and Opportunity Management. While they might seem interchangeable, understanding the key differences between these approaches is essential to building long-term customer relationships and maximizing revenue.

Account Management 52

Account Management Management Client Relationships Prioritization 52

Red Star Kim

APRIL 24, 2023

Telephone Confidentiality Some forms of communication are known to be confidential – for example: email (assuming good cybersecurity) and WhatsApp (encryption). Telephones in the client journey and client experience mapping Firms often have processes, procedures and protocols for managing telephone calls – both inbound and outbound.

Emotional Intelligence 26

Emotional Intelligence Financial Services Decision-making Digitalization 26

Red Star Kim

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

An article in October 2022 in Training Magazine argued that the four most important soft skills to prioritise for remote work – to bridge the distance gap – were emotional intelligence (I devoted an entire chapter to this topic in my book), next-level communication (ie over-communication), active listening and conflict resolution.

Leadership 100

Leadership Emotional Intelligence Remote Working Digitalization 100

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

When the housing market is booming, you have new clients coming in left and right, and you’re landing sale after sale, the last thing you want to do is hunt through a messy spreadsheet to track your client information. Manage your sales pipeline in one place. no more hunting through spreadsheets). Automate tasks and workflow.

CRM 136

CRM Communication Media Management 136

Engage Selling

DECEMBER 20, 2018

There’s a step that’s commonly missing in account management planning. Do you know what it is? Many strategies look like this: Plan -> Execute -> Measure However, I suggest moving forward, that they look more like this: Plan -> Execute … Read More »

Account Management 90

Account Management Management Client Relationships Communication 90