Wed.Apr 02, 2025

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5 Interesting Learnings from Freshworks at $800,000,000 in ARR

SaaStr

So Freshworks started off as a low-end Zendesk competitor (Freshdesk), but relatively early expanded into a whole suite of related products for service and support, and most of its growth today is fueled by its lower-end competitor to ServiceNow, it’s “EX” products. The support space has been turned upside down by AI, with as much as 40% of all support issues now handled by AI at many leaders.

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Interactive email is the game changer brands can’t ignore

Martech

With inbox fatigue at an all-time high, brands need more than static messages to capture attention. Interactive emails turn passive readers into engaged participants whether through quizzes, carousels or gamification creating experiences that boost engagement, conversions and brand loyalty. From trend to strategy: How interactivity drives results Social media platforms punish their brand advertisers, influencer marketing loses its edge, but email just keeps on keepin’ on.

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How Coaching Transforms Sales Performance and Culture (Ask Jeb)

Sales Gravy

Dennis from Chesterfield, Missouri, wants to know if sales coaching truly moves the performance needle, especially when shifting from transactional approaches to more consultative selling. Below are the key insights from our conversation on why coaching matters, how it boosts sales and culture, and what leaders should do right now to make it happen.

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5 ways to help your B2B organization succeed with AI agents

Martech

There’s more evidence that AI-powered tools are transforming go-to-market (GTM) strategies by augmenting human capabilities and addressing shifts in buyer behavior. As the Forrester B2B Summit kicked off this week in Phoenix, the analyst firm released a report called “AI Agents: What It Means For B2B Marketing, Sales, And Product.” The report explores the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence agents within B2B operations.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Dear SaaStr: How Long Should You Give a New Sales Rep?

SaaStr

Dear SaaStr: How Long Should You Give a New Sales Rep? The tough truth is from 0.51.5 sales cycles. Sales is tough. Its a lot of Nos to get to a Yes. And while sales is pretty similar in SaaS at a given price point / ACV, different products are still different to sell.A rep good at one product can fail at selling another. Training and support matter.

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Why your marketing isn’t working — and how an audit can help fix it

Martech

Marketing tactics such as content creation, a well-designed website, email marketing and even paid media don’t work well in isolation. Achieving predictable and sustainable growth is nearly impossible without a cohesive framework guiding these efforts. In short, tactics without strategy are just guesswork. Developing scalable and measurable strategies may sound straightforward, but where do you begin?

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Webinar Recap: Why Your Pipeline is Broken (and How to Fix It)

Heinz Marketing

By Lisa Heay , Vice President of Business Operations at Heinz Marketing Your pipeline shouldnt feel like a rollercoasterthrilling one month, terrifying the next. But if your sales and marketing teams are playing tug-of-war, if your data is more of a dumpster fire than a goldmine, or if your tech stack feels like a bad game of Jenga read on and watch the on-demand recording below.

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How Strong Is AI When Hallucinations Haunt?

G2

AI LLM models are evolving, but can we trust AI's research capabilities when hallucinations haunt? G2 data and user reviews uncover the truth.

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Nature Hides Its Secrets In Relationships: And So Do Complex Sales

Membrain

Derek Cabrera, co-author of Systems Thinking Made Simple , recently said something that opened up a new insight for me. The topic was the RDS Barbell, which is a way of visualizing and naming relationships between parts of a system, and he said: Nature hides its secrets in relationships.

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The Best Lead Intelligence Software? I’ve Got 7 Picks

G2

I tested 20+ platforms to find the best lead intelligence software for sales and marketing teams to enrich data, score leads, and target smarter in 2025.

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The Intersection of AI and Sales: Personalization Without Compromise

Speaker: Jesse Hunter and Brynn Chadwick

Today’s buyers expect more than generic outreach–they want relevant, personalized interactions that address their specific needs. For sales teams managing hundreds or thousands of prospects, however, delivering this level of personalization without automation is nearly impossible. The key is integrating AI in a way that enhances customer engagement rather than making it feel robotic.

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What Is Product-Led Sales? The Ultimate Guide

Salesforce

You know those delicious samples you snack on while shopping at warehouse clubs? And when the samples are so good that you decide without prompting to buy the product on the spot? That’s a classic example of product-led sales (PLS). Samples of donuts, pizza, or almond croissants don’t require a lengthy explanation or complicated product demonstration.

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7 Best Digital Asset Management Software I Recommend (2025)

G2

If youve ever spent way too long digging through endless folders just to find that one logo file, or worse, accidentally used the wrong version in a campaign, you know the pain of disorganized digital assets. Ive been there too.

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Judgment….

Partners in Excellence

I haven’t written much about Judgment, nor do I see many others writing about it. Ironically, Judgment is probably one of the most important capabilities for leaders and business professionals. It’s importance is magnified as we look at the escalating disruption, change, and complexity each of us, our teams, our organizations, our customers, and our partners face.

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Considering an AI Agent? 6 Scenarios Where It’s Best To Think Twice

Salesforce

AI agents can do amazing things. They can handle complex returns for retail companies. They can help determine whether patients are eligible for clinical trials. They can also help homebuyers sort through loan options, a process that might otherwise be complex and confusing. As impressive as artificial intelligence (AI) agents are, though, there are times when you shouldnt use them and knowing when to hold off (or say no) is just as important as knowing when to proceed.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!