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7 Things to Look for When Hiring Sales Reps with No Experience

CloserIQ

Hiring candidates for entry-level sales positions can feel like a perilous endeavor. Most candidates lack sales experience, and that tends to make hiring managers nervous. Even if a candidate doesn’t have a sales record, there are still plenty of ways to evaluate his or her potential to sell.

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9 Stats That Prove Your Mood Can Impact Sales Performance

Hubspot

80% of customers say the experience a company provides is as important as its products and services. 64% percent of customers say providing an excellent experience strengthens their loyalty. 61% of buyers have a positive sales experience when the sales rep isn't pushy or aggressive. Ineffective sales training.

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15 Science-Backed Tips for Making Better Sales Calls

Hubspot

Just like sports, the use of science to develop elite performers also applies in sales. In sports, much of the science focuses on the athlete: genetics, biomechanics (movement techniques, training regimen), nutrition, and psychology (for mental toughness, behavioral modifications, and positive visualizations).

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9 Tips for Settling into Your New Sales Job

CloserIQ

Even if you’re coming into this position with prior sales experience, don’t assume that you know how things work at your new company. Sales is a team sport, so it’s critical that you establish yourself as a great team player. Volunteer to do small things that help out the sales team and prove your value.

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8 Follow Up Sales Strategies to Boost Your Referrals

CloserIQ

This could be right after a sale, experience, or new product promotion. You may also consider creating a referral incentive program for your contacts, which may offer them the chance to enter a drawing for larger prizes like gift cards for local business, vacations, or event tickets (sports, music, etc.)

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How to Select a Sales Kickoff Meeting Keynote Speaker

Heavy Hitter

There are four main types of keynote speakers to choose from; celebrity, motivational, industry mavens, and sales experts. Celebrities (entertainment stars, sports heroes, business icons, politicians, etc.) will speak mainly about their personal experiences. There aren't any two sales forces that are exactly alike.

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20+ LinkedIn Influencers a Sales Person Must Follow in 2018 [Updated]

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CEO at Sales Gravy | Author | Keynote Speaker | Sales Acceleration Specialist. Jeb Blount is a CEO of Sales Gravy where they advise top company executives on the influence of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills on sales, experience, leadership, customer acquisition and much more. Sean Sheppard.