SaaStr

AUGUST 15, 2024

Align GTM Strategy with Product Another key learning from the product side, which might seem obvious, is to tightly align product vision with marketing positioning. Set a Strong Foundational Plan to Ensure GTM Clarity The next foundational layer is GTM. The biggest learning here for founders is building a robust strategic plan.

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GTM Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Growth 120

Smarter With Gartner

AUGUST 6, 2021

Those who approach the role with a strong, strategic plan for the first 100 days are likely to enjoy success,” says William Candrick , Director Analyst, Gartner. Before you begin, seek to understand your enterprise and identify key stakeholders. This is your first opportunity to deliver visible results. Act (Weeks 5-12).

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Strategic planning Objectives and Key Results Strategize Government 111

Anthony Cole Training

OCTOBER 14, 2013

Despite intentions, it is the only time during the year that a discussion will take place regarding the business plan. Once the process is completed, no one revisits the plan. There is rarely a discussion about what happens if: The plan isn''t being executed. Let me share with you what I know is the key to this.

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Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Sales Negotiate 133

The 5% Institute

JULY 12, 2021

A business owner makes decisions and drives their own future, results and outcomes. By speaking with decision makers up front, you can reduce the likelihood of common sales objections, such as the “I need to speak with’ objection. Related article: Easily Handle The ‘I Need To Speak To’ Objection.

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Niche Referrals Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning 145

The 5% Institute

OCTOBER 21, 2021

A business owner makes decisions and drives their own future, results and outcomes. By speaking with decision makers up front, you can reduce the likelihood of common sales objections, such as the “I need to speak with’ objection. Related article: How To Overcome The Two Main Sales Objections In Two Minutes.

Niche 142

Niche Objectives and Key Results Referrals Strategic planning 142

Lead Fuze

MAY 26, 2023

Tracking Progress With Google Analytics Google Analytics is your go-to tool for monitoring traffic sources, user behavior, conversion rates, and other key performance indicators (KPIs). Data-Driven Decisions: Make informed decisions based on real-time data from integrated applications, ensuring optimal results for clients’ campaigns.

Objectives and Key Results 98

Objectives and Key Results Price Clients Strategize 98

Heinz Marketing

JULY 19, 2024

As we work to adapt their strategies to the ever-changing market, one key decision that is becoming more common is whether to leverage AI technologies or partner with a specialized agency to achieve their goals. This decision hinges on various factors, including the nature of the task, budget constraints, and long-term strategic objectives.

Strategize 107

Strategize B2B Lead generation Objectives and Key Results 107

The 5% Institute

JULY 28, 2021

A business owner makes decisions and drives their own future, results and outcomes. By speaking with decision makers up front, you can reduce the likelihood of common sales objections, such as the “I need to speak with’ objection. Related article: How To Overcome The Two Main Sales Objections In Two Minutes.

Niche 145

Niche Referrals Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning 145

The 5% Institute

MAY 24, 2021

A business owner makes decisions and drives their own future, results and outcomes. By speaking with decision makers up front, you can reduce the likelihood of common sales objections, such as the “I need to speak with’ objection. Related article: How To Overcome The Two Main Sales Objections In Two Minutes.

Niche 137

Niche Referrals Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning 137

Anthony Cole Training

OCTOBER 14, 2013

Despite intentions, it is the only time during the year that a discussion will take place regarding the business plan. Once the process is completed, no one revisits the plan. There is rarely a discussion about what happens if: The plan isn''t being executed. Let me share with you what I know is the key to this.

Objectives and Key Results 120

Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Sales Negotiate 120

Heinz Marketing

OCTOBER 24, 2023

To effectively kick-off a change, you have to straddle the line between sticking to a plan but keeping the flexibility to roll with the punches. This was a quote about strategic planning, after all. What could be more strategic than planning out a change? That should really be the motto for change managers.

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Strategic planning Objectives and Key Results Strategize Presentation 111

Closing Bigger

MAY 21, 2024

and ChaptGPT 4o) we pulled the top 10 takeaways from the podcast that you can expect to get from listening to the podcast: AI Podcast: Top 10 Key Points for Marketers and Sales Leaders: 1. Workflows (which we will cover in episode 3 in more depth) enable us to create a repeatable result in our AI process.

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Objectives and Key Results Proposal Writing Strategize Sales 105

Sales Hacker

APRIL 9, 2020

It’s the act of generating business results through content, community, and conversation in the digital space. Identifying Goals & Objectives: After several meetings with Evolved Media’s leadership team and CEO, Dan Woods , we identified three objectives for their LinkedIn engagement strategy: 1. Content Development.

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Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Strategize Clients 88

Lead Fuze

JUNE 22, 2023

The answer isn’t as straightforward as one might think because it encompasses several factors such as strategic planning across multiple platforms, budgeting for campaigns aligned with business goals, and regular evaluation of ongoing initiatives.

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Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Campaign Engineering 88

Martech

APRIL 5, 2023

Create or update your strategic plan Whether you have a spreadsheet full of strategy or a bare outline, having a plan can help you allocate time and energy more efficiently. You might discover you’re blocked or restricted at a key ISP. Email is the only tool you can adjust on the fly like this for quick results.

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Profit margin Objectives and Key Results A/B testing Strategic planning 132

Heinz Marketing

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

This article delves into key indicators and situational triggers that signal when partnering with a marketing agency might be a strategic move for your business. Limited Perspective : Being too close to the brand can result in tunnel vision, missing out on fresh ideas. Failure to meet the demand can result in lost opportunities.

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Objectives and Key Results Launch Campaign Growth 95

Salesforce

JUNE 26, 2023

Build a proof of technology To ensure a successful integration of AI into your organization, you must develop an actionable plan that addresses key business questions. Gain stakeholder buy-in and support by illustrating how AI addresses specific challenges and delivers desired results.

Strategize 97

Strategize Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Technology 97

Lead Fuze

JULY 5, 2023

Understanding how to overcome price objections is a crucial skill for any sales professional, marketer or small business owner. In the world of sales and marketing, pricing objection is often one of the most challenging hurdles to navigate. Don’t brush off their objections like dandruff on your shoulder.

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Price Objectives and Key Results Negotiate Sales 52

Search Engine Land

APRIL 5, 2024

Chris Voss masterfully draws from his extensive FBI career, illustrating how to leverage behavioral psychology to navigate negotiations in a manner that is both non-confrontational and effective, often leading to outcomes that meet or closely align with our objectives. It can be easy to feel pressured into making decisions quickly.

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Drivers/motivators Negotiate Objectives and Key Results Intrinsic 111

Salesforce

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Or maybe it’s modernizing your data systems to support more dynamic financial planning and analysis. Pick one key function in your business and rebuild it to be digital from the ground up. Set aggressive goals, and use objectives and key results ( OKRs ) to drive focus and outcomes. Reimagine your relationships.

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Objectives and Key Results Retail Strategic planning Technology 98

Lead Fuze

JUNE 26, 2023

But their work doesn’t stop there; they dive deep into metrics analysis to understand key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data analytics tools for informed decision making. Attempting to fit an object that does not match the shape of its intended space is a futile endeavor.

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Objectives and Key Results Promote Campaign Clients 97

Veloxy

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

They usually travel to meet with clients in person and build relationships, often resulting in long-term partnerships. It requires the ability to manage and motivate a team of sales representatives while also meeting sales targets and delivering results. However, field sales management can also be a demanding and high-pressure job.

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Represent Objectives and Key Results Sales Inside sales 130

Search Engine Land

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

While the fee you will pay an SEO consultant or agency is part of the cost to do SEO, getting results also requires a contribution in time and effort from the business. Minutes is how long it will take to get results (a key SEO consideration). Strategize. The plan is crucial here. Don’t skip planning.

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Objectives and Key Results Consult Strategic planning Construction 101

Sales Hacker

OCTOBER 17, 2022

One of the biggest common denominators for why change doesn’t stick or produce the desired results is the people responsible for implementing the change aren’t on board. As a result, change management experts leading with change intelligence put people at the center of their approach. What are their objections?

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Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning Strategize Trust 80

Search Engine Land

JUNE 26, 2023

Or are most jobs suggested busy work that will do nothing to help improve your results? SWOT: Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool that identifies: S trengths. The SWOT is a tool to perform a situational analysis for each key area. W eaknesses. O pportunities.

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Objectives and Key Results Engineering UX Follow-up 98

Heinz Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Key Metrics for Evaluating Content Marketing Traffic Metrics : These are your bread and butter. Understanding these interaction patterns can help you optimize the layout and placement of key content elements. They provide tangible data points to inform decisions, shape future content, and justify marketing spend.

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B2B Objectives and Key Results A/B testing Technique 69

Search Engine Land

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The SEOs who can persistently execute against their plans, whether through their own work or the systems they build, are usually the ones with the most remarkable results. The good news is that, like learning research, there are many practical takeaways to help you develop better plans that you are more likely to stick to.

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Objectives and Key Results Drivers/motivators X-functional Clients 97

Sales Hacker

APRIL 22, 2022

Insight into the nuances of the previous quarter’s results is critical for everyone from reps to leadership to ensure even more marvelous wins in the new quarter. A QBR is an executive business review of the previous quarter’s sales and a strategic planning session to build playbooks and forecasts for the upcoming quarter.

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Objectives and Key Results Quota Sales Commission 101

Search Engine Land

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

To properly invest in organic search, you need a strategic plan backed by a comprehensive budgeting process. This article tackles the key steps for budgeting SEO in a way that sets your efforts up for success. Know your KPIs and ROI Establish an objective measure of what success is for your campaign.

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UX Legal Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning 102

Search Engine Land

AUGUST 23, 2023

Earlier this month, Google announced de-emphasizing HowTo and FAQ rich results in search. Results must have credible citations for validation. Visibility The content displayed in SGE constantly changes, making it vital to keep track of frequently featured results and incorporate similar content types into your strategy.

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Objectives and Key Results Strategize Strategic planning Launch 86

Martech

APRIL 4, 2024

The latest release enhances team productivity with mobile access to custom objects and provides advanced insights into team HubSpot adoption. Upgraded mobile access to custom objects on iOS and Android. This dual approach not only bolsters forecast reliability but also enhances strategic planning and decision-making processes.

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CRM Objectives and Key Results Contract Strategic planning 60

The 5% Institute

MAY 16, 2023

This article dives into the various aspects of management roles, exploring their types, key responsibilities, required skills, challenges faced, role models, and the benefits they bring to organizations. Some of the core responsibilities include: Strategic Planning One of the primary responsibilities of managers is strategic planning.

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Strategic planning Objectives and Key Results Strategize Drivers/motivators 52

The 5% Institute

NOVEMBER 17, 2019

A business owner makes decisions and drives their own future, results and outcomes. By speaking with decision makers up front, you can reduce the likelihood of common sales objections, such as the “I need to speak with’ objection. Related article: How To Overcome The Two Main Sales Objections In Two Minutes.

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Consult Niche Referrals Objectives and Key Results 75

ConversionXL

JUNE 2, 2022

This shift in focus results in more efficient use of your marketing budget, shorter sales cycles, and a better customer experience. However, if you need to do a lot of convincing, you’ll need a more strategic plan. Do you have the resources to achieve your objectives? What do people think of you? Who are you up against?

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Customers Objectives and Key Results Strategize Growth 98

Outreach

MAY 7, 2021

The foundation of sales has not changed much since the beginning of time—create a product or service that solves a key pain point and sell it to the customer. While both are key components of a holistic sales tech stack , they each play a distinct strategic role. Key SalesTech Trends. Sales Enablement Software.

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Objectives and Key Results CRM Customer Relationship Management Technology 52

Hubspot

JANUARY 11, 2021

Because ESTPs think logically, they may have a difficult time capitalizing on the whims and handling the objections of prospects who are emotional buyers. They live on the edge, so enlisting them to participate in high-risk, high-reward sales contests might yield impressive results. For INFPs, acknowledgement is key.

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Drivers/motivators Teamwork Objectives and Key Results Strategic planning 97

Lead Fuze

JUNE 26, 2023

But with strategic planning and consistent execution, you’ll get there. Patience is key. Managing Client Expectations Regarding Deadlines One key aspect that these professionals help with is managing client expectations. Remember that patience, perseverance, and hard work are key ingredients to success.

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Referrals Objectives and Key Results Price Networking 94