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5 Strategies to Reverse Your Sales Productivity Problem

Hubspot Sales

Whether you’re a salesperson, sales executive or other investor or stakeholder in a growing organization, I’m certain I don’t need to tell you the direct and collateral damage done when salespeople aren’t selling. Yet, as General Omar Bradley once said, “Amateurs talk strategy, professionals talk logistics.”

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9 Valuable Entrepreneur Training Courses That You Can Take For Free Online

Hubspot Sales

How to plan your business logistics. If you’re just wading into the waters of entrepreneurship, this course by famous entrepreneur and investor Guy Kawasaki will help you get your feet wet. How to set goals for your business. How to identify opportunities. How to perform market research and select your target audience. Price: Free.

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Tailoring Your Sales Message

Revegy

In order to research a company’s goals, check sources like the company’s website, Annual Reports (see letter from the chairman), and Investor Presentations. You then focus on Production; and Distribution and Logistics since they are the Business Functions that likely will benefit the most from your solutions. Measurements of Success.

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Small Business Grants: What They Are & How to Get Them

Hubspot Sales

Finding investors can be imposing, and qualifying for loans isn't always viable while you're still getting your feet set in your market. So if you're applying for a small business grant, make sure you line up with its ideological and logistical specifications. Put together a thorough, refined, well-constructed business plan.

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Choosing a Business Model — Here's My Guidance Along with Thoughts From Experts

Hubspot Sales

The retailer buys in bulk, simplifies logistics, markets products, offers post-sale support for consumers, and more. Investors also quickly gravitated to subscription sales because the model generated such a reliable revenue stream. This division allows product designers and manufacturers to focus on their own strengths.

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The definitive guide on how to write a business plan (free templates)

PandaDoc

A business plan is integral in selling your company to potential investors and bankers. Keep in mind whom you write it for (investors, customers, etc.) This part takes a reader through the day-to-day of your company, explaining the: Location/Logistics of your business. Stakeholders, investors, bankers, etc.

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Leadership Lessons from Planview CFO Chris Nester

Planview

Background on Chris As chief financial officer, Chris Nester handles all of Planview’s financial functions, including accounting, treasury, financial planning and analysis, corporate development, revenue operations, and investor relations. Chris also supports the Planview internal IT and information security teams.