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Mastering Large Group Sales Meetings: Proven Strategies for Managing Multiple Stakeholders

Iannarino

Unlock the secrets to handling complex sales meetings with multiple stakeholders and ensure your next deal is a success.

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The Rules of the Game for Baseball & Selling

Anthony Cole Training

In 2005, I read Dave Kurlan’s book Baseline Selling. Dave took the fundamentals of effective selling and used the baseball diamond and baseball terminology to explain his sales process. Baseball today is essentially the same game that was formalized in New York around 1840, but we know that selling has changed considerably. The baseball analogy is a strong one for developing a milestone-centric sales process with your team.

Gaming 203
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Critical SKO Advice for Leaders: Lead from the Front

Force Management

The sales kickoff is a galvanizing moment for a sales organization, rallying the team around their purpose, strategy and goals for the year. As a sales leader, you've likely been a part of many of these kickoff events, and you may be familiar with the quick fizzle that sometimes happens once everyone gets back to their daily responsibilities. Driving behavior change with a SKO is no small feat, but consider the stakes - increasing competition, aggressive sales objectives, and highly guarded budg

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AI Agents: The Future of Business Applications

Salesforce

Agents are assistive and autonomous software systems. Based on user input or environmental conditions, they reason, plan, and take action to achieve given tasks or goals. They are like intelligent digital assistants, equipped with the aggregated knowledge and experience of human experts, and access to all relevant data. Agents are set to become ubiquitous across every area of our lives, and to profoundly transform how businesses operate and interact with customers.

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How To Speak The Language Of Financial Success In Product Management

Speaker: Jamie Bernard

Success in product management goes beyond delivering great features - it’s about achieving measurable financial outcomes that resonate across the organization. By connecting your product’s journey with the company’s financial success, you’ll ensure that every feature, release, and innovation contributes to the bottom line, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.

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A Change at The Sales Blog

Iannarino

I started writing and publishing daily, including weekends, holidays, and any day that ends in the letter "y." Since making the decision in 2008 to write and publish daily, I have published every day, minus 13 days I was in Tibet. Over 14 years, I have published something like 5,400 articles. I will continue to write every day, as this is my practice, one I will keep until I can no longer push the keys on my computer.

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On Communicating……

Partners in Excellence

Communicating, engaging other people in conversations to achieve a goal, underlies every business decision, every complex B2B opportunity. Without, somehow coming to agreement, nothing happens. Yet, we are overwhelmed with all sorts of data and research that customers don’t want to talk to sellers, that our people are disengaged in their conversations with their managers.

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Google introduces YouTube creator-based audience targeting

Search Engine Land

Google Ads now allows advertisers to create remarketing lists based on viewers of specific YouTube creator videos, unlocking new possibilities for targeted campaigns. Previously, advertisers could only create remarketing lists based on viewers’ interactions with their own linked YouTube channels. This update opens up new opportunities for targeting based on creator content.

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Boost Your Sales Team's Performance: Strategies to Improve Win Rates and Drive Sales

Iannarino

Are you struggling to get your sales team to hit their quotas? Understanding win rates might be the key to unlocking better performance.

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Are We Losing The Customer In Our GTM Strategies?

Partners in Excellence

There are never ending, and important discussions, about our Go To Market (GTM) strategies. We talk about organizational structures and functions involved in our GTM implementation. We talk about metrics we leverage to understand performance, and goals driven to scale growth. The discussions about our GTM strategies are endless. And they are important.

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Google adds generative AI insights, shopping ad campaign goals

Martech

Google today introduced four updates to help retailers ahead of the holiday shopping season. Key updates: Shopping trends insights. You can now access real-time shopping trends in Google Merchant Center. This could help you adjust your inventory and product descriptions based on what shoppers are searching for or viral trends. AI-powered insights. Two new generative AI features in Merchant Center Next provide quick summaries of product performance and custom reports based on specific data queri

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego

Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.

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What 54 Google Ads experiments taught me about lead gen

Search Engine Land

For two years, my team ran 54 Google Ads experiments in one lead gen (non-ecommerce) account, testing various features, including: Bidding techniques. Keyword match types. Campaign setting adjustments. Ad copy changes. This article delves into those tests, explaining the rationale behind them, the outcomes achieved and the implications for your own Google Ads accounts.

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Why You’re Losing More Sales Deals Than You Should: Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Iannarino

Are you missing out on sales deals that should be yours? Here’s why, and how to turn the tide in your favor.

Sales 186
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You Don’t Have To Be Right….

Partners in Excellence

Charlie Green and I were talking about “modern sales outreach/success.” We contrasted what we see in too many demand gen and prospecting programs, with what we have seen that drives higher quality customer engagement. Most of “modern outreach,” is a variant of two approaches: “This is what our product does, buy my product……,” alternatively called the sledgehammer approach. “Customers like you have this problem, buy my product… ,”

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It’s time to re-think our rejection of third-party cookies

Martech

Ever since Google threatened to eliminate third-party cookies, there’s been a steady drumbeat that websites should switch to first-party data, which, many say, is better anyways. While it’s definitely a good idea to collect first-party data, third-party cookies were created for a very good reason, and they still remain a useful tool that website owners should not ignore — even as they become less common and reliable.

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How to Optimize Call Monitoring: Automate QA and Elevate Customer Experience

Speaker: Laura Noonan, Chief Revenue Officer at CallFinder + Angie Kronlage, Director of Program Success at Working Solutions + April Wiita, Vice President of Program Success at Working Solutions

Are you still manually reviewing calls? 🤔 It's time for a change! The traditional method of manual call monitoring is no longer cutting it in today's fast-paced call center environment. Industry experts Angie Kronlage and April Wiita from Working Solutions are here to explore the power of innovative automation to revolutionize outdated call review processes!

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Google removes Auction Insights from Looker Studio

Search Engine Land

Google Ads users no longer have access to Auction Insights fields in new data sources within Looker Studio. Existing data sources will lose this access on Sept. 23. Why we care. Auction Insights provides critical competitive data, helping advertisers understand their performance relative to competitors in the same auctions. The removal of these fields from Looker Studio will require advertisers to adjust their Looker reports and strategy tools, and revert to getting the competitive metrics they

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How to Close the Gap Between Sales Goals and Results: The Ultimate Guide to Doing the Work

Iannarino

To achieve extraordinary sales results, commit to the work others are unwilling to do.

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Clodura.AI’s CEO on Navigating the AI-Driven Sales Revolution

G2

Jeffrey Gitomer, author of "The Sales Bible," famously said, "Great salespeople are relationship builders who provide value and help their customers win.

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Data analysis and market research top list of AI use cases

Martech

Marketers are tapping into AI’s analytics and research capabilities in higher numbers than for genAI content production, according to a new survey of over 1,200 marketers by adtech platform Mediaocean. The same marketers are also keeping a watch on consumer interest in AI and other trending technologies. Where AI topped the list of consumer trends in a previous survey, CTV now leads the field.

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How to Improve Email Deliverability and Optimize Each Send

Learn how to optimize email deliverability and drive greater email ROI. What lands your email in the customer’s inbox? Understanding those factors, otherwise known as email deliverability, is critical to getting the most return on your campaign investments. But the “rules” around which factors land you in the spam folder aren’t always easy to keep up with.

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Google Analytics 4 introduces benchmarking data

Search Engine Land

Google rolled out a significant update to Google Analytics 4 (GA4), allowing users to compare their performance with other businesses in their industry. Why we care: This new feature will provide valuable context for advertisers trying to understand their performance relative to their peers, potentially informing strategic decisions and goal-setting.

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250+ Top CROs and CEOs At SaaStr Annual Poker Night on Sep 11!!

SaaStr

We’ve pulled together an epic group of CROs and CEOs on Sep 11 from a fix mixer and poker. So many top SaaS CEOs want to meet more of the best CROs and VPs of Sales. And so many revenue leaders don’t know enough great CEOs. So we’re bringing them together for poker and an informal mixer at 2024 SaaStr Annual. CEOs + CROs/VPs of Sales only!!

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GTM 109: Behind the Scenes on Building Braze From 0 to IPO and Incubating 2 Companies with Mark Ghermezian

Sales Hacker

Mark Ghermezian co-founded Braze (BRZE) and led the company as it’s founding CEO, pioneering a new category from ideation to IPO. He is also the Founder and General Partner at m]x[v Capital, and Co-Founder and CEO of Gynger and Tildei, two companies that he incubated through the venture firm. He is a serial entrepreneur and successful investor with 20+ years of experience in founding, building, and investing in early-stage SaaS startups.

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RMN ad spending up 26% but questions remain

Martech

Ad spending on retail media networks (RMN) is projected to increase 26% this year to nearly $55 billion, according to a new study from the ANA. Despite this, it’s clear advertisers are still hesitant about the channel. RMNs have attracted a lot of attention in the past few years, partly because of the extraordinary proliferation of new entrants in the channel.

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The AI Superhero Approach to Product Management

Speaker: Conrado Morlan

In this engaging and witty talk, industry expert Conrado Morlan will explore how artificial intelligence can transform the daily tasks of product managers into streamlined, efficient processes. Using the lens of a superhero narrative, he’ll uncover how AI can be the ultimate sidekick, aiding in data management and reporting, enhancing productivity, and boosting innovation.

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Yelp sues Google, alleging illegal dominance of local search

Search Engine Land

A new chapter in Google’s antitrust troubles opened yesterday with Yelp filing a lawsuit alleging that Google’s monopoly in search has allowed it to illegally dominate the local search and local search advertising markets. Yelp will argue that Google harms consumers by promoting its own inferior local search product over other local search providers, stifling competition and increasing costs for its rivals.

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Dear SaaStr: How Do Enterprise SaaS Companies Deal With Late Payments?

SaaStr

Dear SaaStr: How Do Enterprise SaaS Companies Deal With Late Payments? Yes, in the end, you have to be willing to switch off the platform. But do it gracefully, with respect. Do it the same exact way you’d want to be treated if you were a customer. The key is to provide a series of notices, probably at least 5-6 in a managed cadence: 60 days before renewal 30 days before renewal 15 days before renewal URGENCY right before renewal RENEWAL MISSED — To avoid service interuption, pleas

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…….This Is Personalization???!!?

Partners in Excellence

“You have to personalize your outreach, if you expect to engage your prospects……” This is the mantra of all sorts of gurus and people interested in selling you programs/tools to help personalize. While it’s not wrong, the implementation goes way off base. Here’s a prospecting email I got today: “Hey David, Saw on LinkedIn that you attended University of California, Berkeley.

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How to optimize your app as part of a cross-device approach

Martech

The number of smartphone users globally is forecast to hit 7.7 billion by 2027, with each device providing another potential touchpoint for businesses to engage with customers. A cross-device approach should create a seamless experience, recognizing that consumers increasingly use multiple devices and want to access services on their own terms. Because of this, mobile-optimized websites and apps are crucial for customer experience in marketing and sales strategies.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Google Ads adds product Categories tab

Search Engine Land

Google Ads added a new Categories tab under the Products section. It appears to pull from the google_product_category attribute. Why we care: These ecommerce insights may give you a clearer view of performance metrics, demand trends and actionable recommendations to drive more clicks and sales. How it works: Performance insights: Understand what’s driving success in your campaigns and where improvements can be made.

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Two of the Three Last SaaS IPOs Barely Raised Any VC Capital At All

SaaStr

So I wouldn’t call it a trend, at least not yet. More perhaps a coincidence. But it is interesting. There have been only 3 SaaS IPOs since 2021 … a long, dry spell. But 2 out of 3 of them barely raised any venture capital at all. And 1 was basically bootstrapped. #1. Klaviyo, Now at Almost $1B ARR, IPO’d in September 2023. Bootstrapped First 3 Years, Lightly Funded Until Growth Stage.

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How DSRP, A Systems Thinking Framework, Can Make Us Better at Sales

Membrain

Systems thinking is a way of looking at the world that helps solve what are often referred to as “wicked problems.” On the global stage, “wicked problems” include issues like world hunger, ongoing military conflicts, and environmental degradation. But “wicked problems” can also apply on a more modest level, such as the biggest and most difficult challenges your sales organization faces.

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3 tips to maximize your ROI at events

Martech

Conference season is in full swing. If you’re spending that much cash, be sure you’re getting results, whether it’s acquiring new leads, closing deals, or starting new partnerships. Conferences can drain your budget, but with the right strategy, you can turn every event into a profitable trip — be it The MarTech Conference or INBOUND. Here’s how to maximize your conference ROI, from planning to follow-up. 1.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr