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What Is Outside Sales? The Ultimate Guide

February 20, 2024 by Marcus Chan Leave a Comment

Digital communications have changed sales forever. Our State of Sales report revealed that 57% of buyers now prefer to engage with companies through digital channels, and more than 90% of B2B companies have adopted a virtual or hybridized sales model, according to McKinsey.

But that doesn’t mean field sales is dead. Outside sales (aka field sales, or making deals in person) is still vitally important for businesses. Face-to-face engagement is often an effective way to build relationships, which leads to trust, making closing easier.

Need some guidance to perfect your outside sales? Don’t worry. We’ll explain the ins and outs, underscoring the critical sales skills you need to succeed.

What you’ll learn: What is outside sales? Pros and cons of outside sales Skills and strategies for thriving in outside sales Tips for success Drive pipe faster with a single source of truth

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