How to Ask Better Questions in Sales
In the realm of sales, success hinges not merely on the products or services one offers but significantly on the strategy employed to engage and understand potential clients.
One pivotal aspect of this strategy is the Art of Questioning.
Strategic questioning can transform a mundane sales conversation into a powerful dialogue that uncovers needs, builds trust, and ultimately closes deals. This blog delves into the essence of effective questioning strategies, drawing insights from 30+ years of experience as a sales leader, and a plethora of real-world examples.
Building a World-Class Sales Culture: Strategies and Insights
How do you build a Sales Culture that rocks?!
We all know the business world is more unpredictable than ever. Companies that were once giants are disappearing, and it's not just a trend—it's the new normal. Since 2000, over half of the Fortune 500 companies have either gone bust, been bought out, or vanished. And by 2027, about half of the S&P 500 firms will have been replaced.
Turn Rejection into Connection: Expert Tips for Handling Cold Call Objections
Cold calling can feel like navigating a maze in the dark. You dial a number, introduce yourself, and—bam!—you hit a wall. The person on the other end isn’t interested or says they’re busy. It’s easy to get disheartened, but with a structured approach, you can turn these cold calls into warm conversations.
Remote Selling - The new normal
Face to face selling in a B2B world has been the cornerstone of opportunity development for revenue retention and growth. Sure, online and telesales have steadily increased as a sales channel but pandemic and recessionary influences have accelerated a paradigm shift to the point where the new normal is bringing the decline of face to face customer interactions and the rise of remote selling. According to recent research from McKinsey two-thirds of buyers prefer remote interactions with suppliers.