Turning prospects into customers may seem difficult, but if with the right tools you can reach and contact your prospects effectively and turn them into customers. These seven tips and tricks will help you convert your prospects from disinterested to invested. 1. You...
Seven major types of questions invariably come up in a sales meeting. By preparing for these ahead of time, a salesperson can significantly improve chances of closing. For extra preparation, try roleplaying an interview with a colleague so you can perfect your tone...
Conducting pre-call research is a necessary part of every sales effort, and, in most cases, can cost an organization a lot of time and money. Ensure that your pre-call research isn’t a wasted effort with a few best practice tips. Define research goals. In most cases,...
Learn About the Prospect It is not enough to know the name of the person to whom you will talk. You also need to do online research to learn about this individual’s personal interests, business philosophy and other pertinent information. Social media sites, such as...
How much time is the right amount of time to spend on pre-call research? Should sales reps spend three to five minutes before calls, or should they allot three to five hours? The answer is difficult to pin down, and often varies between companies and sales roles. We...
Most sales managers expect reps to reach a certain number of phone calls, emails, or tweets every day in their efforts to contact prospects, and some companies reward reps for maintaining a high volume of calls each day. That being said, doing your research is as...