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3 Strategies to Boost Sales and Marketing Productivity

Harvard Business

A study of B2B companies found that just one in 20 was able to consistently grow sales faster than sales and marketing expenses. Research shows the three ways companies can do this are to refine the go-to-market model, turn every rep into an A player, and make sales and marketing support more efficient.

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Biz Dev and Sales: Two Pillars of Business Success

Tom Spencer

Business development and sales are two of the most critical components of any successful business. They are closely related, with business development focusing on identifying new opportunities and building relationships, and sales being the process of actually closing deals and generating revenue. However, this won’t happen overnight.

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Research: Why People Really Buy Upcycled Products

Harvard Business

Researchers who analyzed consumer feedback from Etsy discovered that what consumers value most about upcycled products is not their sustainability but their creativity.

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Research: Consumers Choose Shared Experiences Over Quality Ones

Harvard Business

Some consumer experiences are best when they’re solo — but new research shows that people will forgo a high-quality experience in order to share it with a partner or loved one. As a result, they may have a worse time, which can lead to unsatisfied consumers, lower sales, and neglected business opportunities.

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3 Sizzling Ways to Warm up Cold Calls

Even in today’s data-driven sales world, cold calling remains a fact of life for many go-to-market professionals. Fortunately, today’s sales leaders have a crucial advantage over their predecessors: market intelligence and outreach platforms that can warm up virtually any introduction.

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Achieving Marketing Success

Business Consulting Agency

In today’s competitive business environment, achieving tangible results from marketing efforts is crucial for the success and growth of companies of all sizes. Marketing consulting services play a pivotal role in helping businesses optimize their marketing strategies, improve ROI, and drive measurable outcomes.

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Crafting an Effective Sales Strategy: A Blueprint for Success

LSA Global

Developing an effective sales strategy requires a deep understanding of market dynamics and the ability to adapt to evolving trends. Let’s delve into the intricacies of constructing an effective sales strategy that makes sense to your people, your customers, and your business as a whole.

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3 Mistakes Organizations Make While Developing ABM Programs

The benefits of Account-Based Marketing are clear, so what’s holding B2B professionals back? While B2B research suggests organizations are thriving through successful ABM programs, getting just one campaign off the ground is more difficult than it seems.

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Forrester Research Report: How Sales and Marketing Intelligence Drive Improved Business Outcomes

Fact: Only 8% of sales and marketing professionals say their data is between 91% - 100% accurate. In 2019, DiscoverOrg commissioned Forrester Consulting to evaluate sales and marketing intelligence practices in the B2B space. More organizations are investing in B2B sales and marketing intelligence solutions.