Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) represent a huge opportunity for sellers. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), 99.9% of U.S. businesses are small businesses. That means there are a lot of prospects to go after. Even better, SMBs tend to make decisions faster than enterprise companies, in part because there are fewer decision-makers involved. What does … [Read more...] about Small Business Sales: A Complete Guide
What is solution selling?
Salespeople who push a particular product or service before they understand the customer give the whole industry a bad reputation. Our State of Sales research shows that 87% of business buyers expect sales reps to act as trusted advisors. That’s why solution selling is such an important technique for you to master. You show your prospects you fully understand the challenges of … [Read more...] about What is solution selling?
9 Sales KPIs Every Sales Team Should Be Tracking
Ever been overwhelmed by the sheer volume of sales data you’re tracking — and confused by the metrics that matter? You’re not the only one. Research firm McKinsey highlighted this as a troubling trend: Too much data and no focus has made it difficult for sales leaders to reach clear “aha” moments that drive confident decisions and sustainable growth. Fortunately, there’s a … [Read more...] about 9 Sales KPIs Every Sales Team Should Be Tracking
Sales Compensation Plans: Complete Guide + Examples
Who doesn’t have a favorite pizza order? Whether it’s sausage and green pepper, all veggie, or the perfect ratio of sauce and cheese, the formula for a crowd-pleaser is in the just-right combination of toppings. Add too many and it’s tough to focus on any of the flavors (we’ll leave the pineapple debate for another day). Similarly, a solid sales compensation plan is about … [Read more...] about Sales Compensation Plans: Complete Guide + Examples
How to Get the Most Out of a Sales Call
Market research done? Check. Prospects qualified? Check. Looks like you’re ready to make a sales call. This isn’t just a quick pitch, however. The most successful sales calls include tailored presentations and focus on building trust with prospects by addressing their unique pain points. As celebrated entrepreneur Siva Devaki noted, “Sales is not about selling, but about … [Read more...] about How to Get the Most Out of a Sales Call