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THE 10-K FILING: THE MOST IMPORTANT DOCUMENT THAT SAMS NEVER READ

Strategic Account Management Association

Value for the executive” comprises the following: Factors that positively impact the profit and loss and/or balance sheet Factors that improve industry KPIs as well as improve safety, security and reduce risk Factors that have a positive impact on employees Anything that provides personal value for the CXO in question. What do you see?

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21 Free Courses for Key Account Managers to Boost Your Skills Now

Account Manager Tips

Because the job is so varied and involves many different tasks, you need a lot of skills to do it well: Strategic thinking Influencing Business management Leadership Teamwork Change management Innovation and creativity Solution design and positioning Relationship building Sales Project management Phew! Strategic Account Management.

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Book review: The Strategy Book by Max McKeown

Red Star Kim

This one is equally helpful for experienced leaders and students first grasping the principles of strategic thinking. The author clarifies the strategic process while guiding the reader through it to create a new strategic mindset. Unusually, he has accolades for both customer service and human resources.

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Context and curiosity drive commerciality and pricing

Red Star Kim

And the strategic need to align marketing objectives to a firm’s strategic intent. The crux of marketing is to anticipate (and meet) client needs whilst maximising profit. Price is a major driver of profit. So marketing is reliant on research and financial knowledge. Books on pricing?

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How Much Money Does a Key Account Manager Really Make?

Account Manager Tips

But if it is, then build a detailed business case with supporting evidence that proves: you're underpaid compared to the market; your performance is above average; you keep your clients and they're profitable. Be realistic with what you ask for too. You can negotiate on your additional compensation too.

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Being more strategic – Case studies and insights (Ireland May 2023)

Red Star Kim

I was delighted to return to Dublin to lead an in person training workshop for PM Forum Ireland on “ Being more strategic” with delegates from law, accountancy and consultancy firms. We considered strategic thinking, business strategy and marketing and business development strategy.

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Value-Based Selling: 7 Essential Tips for Sales Leaders

Brooks Group

So, sales organizations need focus on improving their sellers’ sales skills and strategic thinking abilities. Teach your sellers how to do the appropriate amount of investigating before every communication touchpoint they have with prospects. It’s cutting into our profit margin substantially.

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