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

Strategic Account Management Association

They make great paperweights, but if asked about specific details, most of us might offer an uneasy grin, knowing that we have companions-in-arms, equally guilty of shirking that responsibility to read altogether. This enables one to “see” the state of the company’s finances. So what do you notice about the points above?

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The Best Way to Prepare for an Executive Presentation [+ Checklist]

Account Manager Tips

Imagine you're at the front of a boardroom about to make a presentation. Make your first impression count The goal of any executive level presentation is to make sure everyone immediately feels this will be time well spent. The Value Proposition. Functional value. Ease of doing business value.

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17 Best Business Email Templates to Get New Clients & Boost Sales

Hubspot Sales

Proposal Emails A proposal email can take on a lot of forms, but generally speaking, the term refers to an email that includes pertinent information, valuable context, and a persuasive edge — typically sent during the consideration or decision stage of the buyer's journey. Hone in on their pains and provide value.

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Winning Over Buying Groups: How to Sell to Multiple B2B Decision Makers

Brooks Group

Ten to fifteen years ago, a seller could huddle up with three or four decision makers and quickly decide on a purchase. Since 2010, the average buying group has grown from three to four decision makers to six to 10 according to research by Gartner. Decision-making time, compared to five to seven years ago, has increased by 60%.

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What is Key Account Management? (It’s Not What You Think)

Account Manager Tips

Because what makes a key account is its future value. Establishing influential business relationships with decision-makers is a primary goal. That's how decisions get made and budgets approved. In other words, make it easier for clients to do business with you. Value proposition. But you'd be wrong.

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The Best Cold Call Script Ever [Template]

Hubspot Sales

Why would you need a script for making a cold call? Before the end of the day, you need to make 100 calls. In the past, cold calling meant using a “spray and pray” method, spending time making intrusive calls with no prior qualification, hoping that your message would resonate with someone. Rep: Are you the decision-maker?

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Context and curiosity drive commerciality and pricing

Red Star Kim

This week’s PM Forum training workshop “Commerciality: Finance, Pricing, Innovation and Research” was attended by delegates from law, accountancy and insolvency firms. Delegates then chose to focus on finance, economics and pricing. Finance fundamentals Financial awareness is another capability required by M&BD.