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Buyers Are Getting Better, Are Sellers?

Partners in Excellence

I’ve been a huge fan of Hank Barne’s research on buying and buyer regret. Over years, he showed increasing frustration in buying teams, resulting in regret. The primary observations had been frustration over the buying process, less with solution selection. In Hank’s latest research he reports that buyers are getting better in navigating their buying process.

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Why Salespeople are Afraid to Ask for the Sale

Sales Gravy

On the surface, youd think that selling and asking go hand in hand. In reality, salespeople at all experience levels often hesitate, tiptoe around, or dodge direct closes because theyre afraid of rejection, worried about coming across as pushy, or insecure about asking. On this episode of theSales Gravy Podcast, Jeb Blount explores why salespeople fear asking for the sale and what to do about it with author and Sales Gravy University instructor, Tony Morris Every salesperson starts somewhere.

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Inside the MEDDPICC Methodology — Insights From the Sales Pros Who Use It

Hubspot

MEDDPICC is a game-changing B2B sales qualification framework. It will help you decide which leads to invest your time into and which leads dont help you achieve your business goals or may not convert. This way, you can focus your time on the most fulfilling leads that feel like the right fit for your business and motivate you and the sales team. Sounds like the dream, doesnt it?

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No More Password Scrambling: 6 Best SSO Software I Tried

G2

In the pre-single sign-on (SSO) era, I never conveniently browsed an application as I got stuck in a loop of resetting passwords or recalling security questions to revive access.

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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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What To Expect From Apollo Next with Tyler Phillips

Predictable Revenue

Tyler Phillips, Principal PM of AI at Apollo.io, explains how their latest AI power-ups transform outbound sales. The post What To Expect From Apollo Next with Tyler Phillips appeared first on Predictable Revenue.

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The 6 Best Employee Engagement Software: My Hands-On Review

G2

I joined G2 during the pandemic while working completely remotely, which made me realize just how important it is to feel connected, supported, and engagedeven from a distance. While I wasnt in an office setting, the tools and strategies G2s team used played a big role in helping me feel part of the company culture right from the start.

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I Tested the Best Anti-Money Laundering Software—Here’s What I Found

G2

A friend of mine works at a fintech company. One day, they received an unexpected audit request tied to suspicious transactions flagged by regulators. The compliance team scrambled to gather data, digging through spreadsheets, emails, and fragmented systems. It was chaotic. And worse, they missed key details that resulted in fines.

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Great Marketing Personalization Starts With a Great Data Foundation. Here’s How to Get Started.

Salesforce

As marketers, we know that personalization isnt a nice to have anymore. Its a must. But even with new technology tools that promise to help better personalize campaigns, marketers are struggling to get it right. According to Salesforce’s 9th State of Marketing report , only 32% of marketers are completely satisfied with how they use customer data to create relevant experiences.

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Carta: 62% of Start-Ups Fail. And 1.3% Become Unicorns.

SaaStr

So Carta has some interesting new data from all of its start-ups from The Class of 2018 here. Every start-up dataset is a bit different. Some are broader than Carta, some narrower, but Carta is a good proxy for typical tech start-ups that raise a seed round. And what happens after that seed round? Within 7 years, 62% of start-ups shut down. But of the ones that raise seed capital?

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The 14 best HubSpot updates from January 2025

Martech

HubSpot unveiled a whopping 111 updates last month, and weve identified the 14 most impactful changes to optimize your teams performance and strategy. HubSpot’s January 2025 updates focus on helping you manage workloads efficiently, maximize content reach and track key performance metrics with ease. From upgrading ticketing systems and marketing automation, to improving your ability to analyze campaign impact and comply with data privacy regulations, these updates will give you better team

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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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AI is Driving a Freemium Renaissance. Run Toward It.

SaaStr

So there are two massively different vibes in B2B and Cloud and SaaS today: Folks fighting to keep slowing growth going. Which, perhaps ironically, leads vendors to be less customer-centric. Here, we see threats when customer attempt to cancel, big price increases every year, and renewal managers trying to force customers to buy extra seats they don’t need. but also In high-growth AI-fueled spaces, massive competition as well.

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I Tested the 6 Best Legal Practice Management Software—Here’s What I Found

G2

Running a law firm is more than just court appearances and client consultations; its about managing an intricate web of cases, deadlines, billing, and compliance. While I dont have a legal background, I connected with legal professionals, practice managers, and tech experts to uncover the real challenges law firms face, like tracking billable hours, managing documents, and ensuring smooth client communication.

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Inside the SPICED Methodology — Insights From the Sales Pros Who Use It

Hubspot

A few years ago, I was in the market for a learning management system. While I was looking into the different offerings, I noticed that each arm of these businesses felt like a different company. The marketing side was fun and relatable. The sales team knew the product best but took a totally different tone. Reading different web pages felt like different experiences.

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Why most martech RFPs fail and how to get vendor selection right

Martech

Most brands replace their martech tools within five years, according to the most recent MarTech Replacement Survey. chasing better features, integration and ROI. But selecting the right platform isnt just about finding the best software its about building a partnership that lasts. The traditional request for proposal (RFP) process, while necessary, is often flawed, leading to lengthy evaluations, rushed decisions and regret at renewal time.

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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!