23Apr 2021 by Emily Robertson
CRMs – Friend or Foe?

CRMs – Friend or Foe?

Sales Tips
Most businesses use some sort of customer data system to capture contact information and make notes to keep track of conversations – using anything from a spreadsheet to a full-on Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.  However, not all systems are considered valuable tools by the team. Getting the Most from Your CRM The key to a CRM being an effective sales organization and management tool is to make sure: You choose one that is built for the functionality you need.It’s easy to use.It’s easy to update.It provides the ability to clearly display the sales pipeline And don’t forget to make sure it’s accessible from laptops, tablets, and phones! Salesforce Is Not the Only Game in Town Here’s a newsflash – Salesforce is not a good choice for most small and…
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22Mar 2021 by Emily Robertson
Are Your Salespeople Highly Effective?

Are Your Salespeople Highly Effective?

Sales Tips
An important part of developing a high-performing sales team is ensuring the group comprises the best-suited individuals who are or have the potential to be high performers. These salespeople have demonstrated success in their ability to generate new business by identifying prospects who are good potential clients and effectively moving them through the sales process. In today’s business environment, salespeople must also be able to represent the company professionally and prospect competently in person, via phone, and using video conferencing. Salespeople need to be well organized, transparent, and results-focused with the ability to earn the confidence of not only new contacts and prospects but also of the company’s internal stakeholders. Why You Need High-Performing Salespeople There is a clear correlation between the quality of your sales team and the success…
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26Oct 2020 by Emily Robertson
Is Ineffective Sales Management Bringing You Down?

Is Ineffective Sales Management Bringing You Down?

Sales Tips
Selling your product or service is fun, right? It’s what you created and it’s what you do best. And you get a lot of satisfaction providing your solution to your customers.However, when you get to a point when you can’t do all the selling yourself, you hire a salesperson and quickly learn that sales management can be a drag. Maybe the salesperson you hired didn’t deliver. Maybe the salesperson isn’t representing your company the way you want. Maybe you find you haven’t hired the right kind of salesperson and you have a lot of turnover in this role. You get nothing but a lot of excuses.Something needs to change! You need professional sales management, either in the form of hiring a full-time sales manager or enlisting the help of an…
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05Feb 2020 by Emily Robertson
Planning to Sell Your Business? Why Having a Sales Infrastructure in Place Attracts Serious Buyers and Commands Top Dollar

Planning to Sell Your Business? Why Having a Sales Infrastructure in Place Attracts Serious Buyers and Commands Top Dollar

Sales Tips
No matter which industry you are in or how long you have been in business, owner goals are the same: you want your business to succeed. However, for many owners, a time will come when your goals shift and you start thinking about selling your business. When this time comes, having a solid sales infrastructure can help command the price tag your business deserves. 
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30Jan 2020 by Emily Robertson
5 Ways Using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Leads to Sustainable Revenue Growth

5 Ways Using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Leads to Sustainable Revenue Growth

Sales Tips
EOS, also known as Traction, is the powerful, practical and simple system many business owners use for running their companies as it is an ideal way to bring order and discipline to an operation. Often, businesses that incorporate EOS discover that there is a significant lack of planning and accountability in their sales approach, leading to stalled growth. This quickly becomes a focal point that EOS helps to correct.  EOS: Five Steps to Sustainable Growth By far, the best benefit to implementing EOS into your business operations is that you build a solid foundation for growth. Here are five ways EOS sets you up for success.  1. Provides a system for turning a vision for growth into a plan. The founder of the company is often the visionary. Visionaries are great at…
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