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Why Salespeople are Afraid to Ask for the Sale

Sales Gravy

On the surface, youd think that selling and asking go hand in hand. In reality, salespeople at all experience levels often hesitate, tiptoe around, or dodge direct closes because theyre afraid of rejection, worried about coming across as pushy, or insecure about asking. On this episode of theSales Gravy Podcast, Jeb Blount explores why salespeople fear asking for the sale and what to do about it with author and Sales Gravy University instructor, Tony Morris Every salesperson starts somewhere.

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Inside the SPICED Methodology — Insights From the Sales Pros Who Use It

Hubspot Sales

A few years ago, I was in the market for a learning management system. While I was looking into the different offerings, I noticed that each arm of these businesses felt like a different company. The marketing side was fun and relatable. The sales team knew the product best but took a totally different tone. Reading different web pages felt like different experiences.

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How the Digital Revolution is Transforming Automotive Supply Chains

Planview

In the ever-evolving automotive industry, the efficiency and agility of a company’s supply chain can significantly impact its success. Traditionally, supply chains were linear and compartmentalized, heavily reliant on manual processes, paper-based documentation, and isolated systems. These traditional models present significant challenges in scalability, visibility, and collaborationfactors that are becoming increasingly critical as the industry faces growing demands for speed, precision,

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Selling through Curiosity Framework

Flevy

In the ever-evolving sales landscape , curiosity plays a pivotal role in establishing meaningful connections with customers. It is more than just a trait. It is a strategic tool that sales professionals can leverage to understand their clients’ needs deeply. By fostering a culture of curiosity, sales teams can enhance their ability to engage customers, leading to improved relationships and greater sales success.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Inside the MEDDPICC Methodology — Insights From the Sales Pros Who Use It

Hubspot Sales

MEDDPICC is a game-changing B2B sales qualification framework. It will help you decide which leads to invest your time into and which leads dont help you achieve your business goals or may not convert. This way, you can focus your time on the most fulfilling leads that feel like the right fit for your business and motivate you and the sales team. Sounds like the dream, doesnt it?

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Turning Uncertainty into Predictability: Driving Consistency and Growth

SBI Growth

In the fast paced world of private equity, predictability is one of the most critical attributes a CRO can cultivate. In this episode of the GTM Value Creation Corner Podcast , JD Miller, author of The CROs Guide to Winning in Private Equity , joins Tony Erickson, SBI Managing Partner, to explain that predictability is vital to hit revenue targets and guide stakeholders through the journey.

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How Beaulieu International Group Is Advancing Commercial Excellence

Arpedio

How Beaulieu International Group Is Advancing Commercial Excellence Download full case study About Beaulieu International Group Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) is a global leader in high-quality flooring, textile, and interior solutions. With over 12,000 employees across 30+ countries, the company is committed to innovation and sustainability.

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Help Scout is Now Available in AWS Marketplace

Help Scout

Help Scout is now available in AWS Marketplace! Easily find, buy, and deploy our customer support platform with simplified billing, built-in compliance, and seamless AWS integration all with unlimited users & AI included.

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ClearPoint Kanbans for Risk Management

ClearPoint Strategy

Take a risk on ClearPoint and reap the rewards!

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How much of your agency account management job can AI already speed up? (try this AI tool now!)

Account Management Skills

How much of the agency account management role can AI already do? JobsGPTis a ChatGPT-powered tool by SmarterX fromPaul Roetzer.

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AI Strategies for Sales Managers: How to Cut Down on Tedious Admin Work

What if you could help your sellers stop wasting 72% of their day on non-selling activities and focus on bringing in revenue? Incorporating AI in your enablement workflows can help you cut down on busy work, get projects done faster, and let your team (and you!) focus on making a bigger impact. We put together this guide to show you how to use AI to cut time and costs for projects, including collateral creation, development of training videos, and automating tedious processes.