What new sales manager competency is creeping onto the scene? The competency is leading sales technology adoption. This responsibility was floating around and has now found its home with sales leaders. Some of you are…
Lori PrestonMarch 23, 2023
Your name will be on their list, right? Wait, what list? The list that pops into your team’s minds if they are in a conversation about the best leaders they have ever known or when…
Vince CoricaFebruary 21, 2023
Growing up as a first-generation individual, I was exposed to language and culture differently than my schoolmates and neighbors. In my home, we spoke Spanish and English. I needed to figure out how not to…
Ilsa Mendoza-JacksonFebruary 14, 2023
At the beginning of each year, we traditionally reflect on our past and set goals for the future. As a sales leader, this is a good time also to reflect on our leadership and how…
Kevin DoddrellJanuary 17, 2023
Armed with new tools, techniques, and thinking after completing sales training, sales professionals often ask, “How should I begin?” A fair question after having been somewhat “fire-hosed” with fresh ideas for several hours during training.…
Ian RamsbottomJanuary 10, 2023
As we enter a likely global recession and continue to deal with the aftermath of the pandemic, we are seeing some alarming trends in our 2022 Sales Challenges Surveys. These trends suggest many organizations are…
Lon CunninghisDecember 13, 2022
As salespeople, our lives are very much about meetings… virtual meetings, as well as in-person. Effective, well-facilitated meetings are our most reliable path to success and help define our personal brand. But… what do we…
Vince CoricaDecember 6, 2022
The shock showed on my face when the strategic business unit leader I worked for 20 years ago said in the middle of a conversation, “…for example, I coach you all the time.” To my…
Lori PrestonNovember 15, 2022
The dreaded subject of account planning needs an overhaul. It is looked upon as an administrative task that has very little value for the account team, and generally, not regarded as one of the most…
Bill WallaceNovember 8, 2022
About 10-15 years ago, megadeals, especially IT service megadeals, were worth hundreds of millions of dollars… and in some cases, billions! IT service providers were set up to successfully manage and pursue these very large…
Ian RamsbottomOctober 20, 2022
Concerned about being an “inch deep” when you bring thought leadership? The fear of being “found out” that you are only an inch deep on your thought leadership when selling makes the idea of calling…
Lori PrestonOctober 11, 2022
In sales situations, you, your prospects, and your clients are interdependent. When you realize you are dependent on your sales relationships to succeed, then you become motivated to understand what they are feeling and vice…
Jacques BossonneySeptember 20, 2022
Remember your favorite teacher, coach, mentor, or advisor who had a large impact? What was it about the conversation that inspired and/or moved you in a positive direction? Now, turn your memories upside down and…
Ilsa Mendoza-JacksonSeptember 13, 2022
This will age me! When email first arrived on the scene, I was a front-line sales leader, leading a team of about 15 sellers in the IT Industry. The instruction came from above that all…
Kevin DoddrellSeptember 6, 2022
The various football leagues in Europe have completed their seasons and some teams have performed very well. Real Madrid defeated Liverpool in the Champions League to win the ultimate trophy. Manchester City in England, Paris…
Jacques BossonneyAugust 23, 2022
As many of us are enjoying the good fortune by returning to normal ways of conducting business following the pandemic, one of the great joys coming back are client meetings. Real, live, face-to-face client meetings.…
Ian RamsbottomAugust 16, 2022
Who knew that Sean Combs (aka P Diddy) would send a message that stands the test of time? Five years later, and it is still “all about the Benjamins, what?” In a 2022 Gartner report,…
Mary CasperAugust 9, 2022
By now I am sure you are tired of hearing how the pandemic, along with other issues like supply chain, inflation, and the war in Ukraine, have turned our lives upside down. How and where…
Lon CunninghisJune 21, 2022
In an information, data saturated world, buyers are truly able to engage with sellers less and less. In a report published in Q1 this year from Gartner, in a complex B2B purchasing decision, the stakeholders…
Mary CasperJune 14, 2022
Having talked to sales leaders of late, I was surprised to see how many common themes have emerged. Staff management issues! I have always said that Sales Leadership is the toughest job in leadership. You…
Debby RizzoMay 24, 2022
By now everyone has heard about the “Great Resignation,” where in America alone almost 4 million people quit their jobs each month during 2021 – the highest on record, and where there were over 10…
Lon CunninghisMay 10, 2022
As Sales Leaders, our primary role remains to attract and retain the best sales talent we can. Having done so, we create a working environment where each team member can achieve their full potential delivering…
Ian RamsbottomApril 19, 2022
If you are not in a new sales role, you can benefit from this article too! In my many years of engaging global sales teams, I am now seeing the most fluid market of sales…
Kevin DoddrellApril 12, 2022
The “Great Resignation” has been a phenomenon that has served as a topic of conversation for the past year. Many Sales Leaders have directly experienced the impact with anecdotes ranging from, “I have turned over…
Bill WallaceMarch 15, 2022
Lush green front yards and gardens have experienced great year-over-year growth over the last couple of years as people spend more time outside than ever before. Our focus on health makes us more conscious of…
Ilsa Mendoza-JacksonMarch 8, 2022
For 20 years, I had a monthly sales quota. Even when I was leading a $400 million global accounts organization. Rather than start the year 20 times, I actually started the “year” 240 times. Each…
Lon CunninghisFebruary 15, 2022
NASA’s January 8, 2022 announcement… James Webb Space Telescope completes epic deployment sequence…. It’s done. The biggest astronomical mirror ever sent into space is assembled and ready for focusing to enable humankind to capture…
Ian RamsbottomFebruary 8, 2022
Welcome to 2022! As a Sales Leader, you hopefully have your business goals mapped out, your business plan completed, and are charged up for the new year. If you do not, that is an issue,…
Kevin DoddrellJanuary 18, 2022
"Everything you've ever wanted is on the other side of fear." I love this quote – I try to remind myself of it on a frequent basis. It jolts me a little when I realize…
Bill WallaceJanuary 11, 2022
I will admit, I am frustrated to see such an important activity – sales coaching – become an overused and generalized term. In fact, many sales leaders will say, “Of course I do sales coaching.…
Kevin DoddrellDecember 14, 2021
The sole existence of almost all business technological innovation is due to the need to solve a customer issue or problem. From a proactive perspective, it is to improve the performance of the business by…
Mary CasperDecember 7, 2021
The pandemic has tested the capabilities of practically every leader on the planet, but perhaps none greater than Sales Leaders. With selling and working mostly virtual now, Sales Leaders have been forced to step up…
Lon CunninghisNovember 16, 2021
I know you will all relate to this scenario! You take a deep breath. You are faced with the embarrassing and unenviable task of delivering bad news to your sales leader –the important deal you…
Kevin DoddrellNovember 9, 2021
Revenue Storm has been studying coaching for years across different cultures, companies, and geographies. We evaluated why some leaders coach better than others. We even considered whether coaching is a learned skill or a function…
Debby RizzoOctober 26, 2021
80 weeks! We are approaching 80 weeks of managing complex sales cycles virtually. When it comes to complex sales, we have learned several critical lessons about how to connect and gain a relationship advantage. We…
Kevin DoddrellOctober 12, 2021
“I QUIT!” I did not see that coming. Your top sales talent is being head hunted and after what everyone has been through, there are an increasing number of salespeople willing to listen to the…
Lori PrestonSeptember 21, 2021
With the world’s expectations for being dialed in 24/7, speed and responsiveness are of the essence. Sometimes to get the best outcome, particularly in the heat of a deal, it’s ok to hit a brief…
Mary CasperSeptember 14, 2021
“…but most of all, I would like to thank my team, and , my coach for his/her endless support and commitment to my success, for motivating me, and for never giving up and believing in…
Ian RamsbottomAugust 17, 2021
Almost every technology company and salesperson on the planet is selling some form of Digital Transformation today. As much as we would like to think those words enchant and motivate our clients to buy, typically…
Lon CunninghisAugust 10, 2021
A key determinate of growth is the ability of a sales organization to win the largest strategic deals. So, why do so many of our clients that are focused on these types of deals say…
Kevin DoddrellJuly 27, 2021
As sales professionals, we need to be able to answer three key questions: 1) What do we sell? Easy. 2) What business value are we bringing to our client? And 3) Who wins? Here is…
Ian RamsbottomJuly 13, 2021
In the pre-pandemic environment, selling and sales leadership were comfortable and relatively predictable. As the new reality took over, the quick scramble was on to embrace the virtual necessity. The result of moving into a…
Bill WallaceJune 15, 2021
Besides the obvious impact of the pandemic, there are significant trends emerging you may not recognize yet. These will require us to change how we sell. The world learned how to buy almost everything online…
Lon CunninghisJune 8, 2021
Sales leaders have heard for years that we need to be great coaches… and that our primary role is to advance both the talent of our team and our sales opportunities to ensure organizational success.…
Kevin DoddrellMay 18, 2021
The secret in the book “Think and Grow Rich” is revealed by way of ideas and actions. As a salesperson, you can master this approach by applying thought to your client’s business and generating IDEAS…
Bill WallaceMay 11, 2021
As sales managers, what are our most valuable assets? Our sales team, of course… but arguably even more important are our prospects and clients, without whom we have no business. Consider this: our existing clients…
Ian RamsbottomApril 21, 2021
One of our clients recently won a contract worth over $1 billion in a highly competitive deal where they ousted a long-time incumbent. When looking back at their strategy and approach, the account team agreed…
Lon CunninghisApril 14, 2021
2021 is a year of possibility, but sales leaders must harness the energy and focus of their people to maximize their results. While this may appear overly simplistic, there are four components that are GUARANTEED…
Bill WallaceMarch 16, 2021
While we have a course and webinar to help people sell better virtually, I wanted to share some tips on the number one sales skill salespeople have stated in our surveys they are finding the…
Debby RizzoMarch 9, 2021
“Pick me up at the airport and you can brief me about the client on our way to the meeting.” As a sales leader, have you ever asked one of your salespeople to do this?…
Ian RamsbottomFebruary 16, 2021
There is a secret to building relationships and connection with people, which lends itself to successful selling. Many do not learn it until later in their career, if at all. The secret to connect with…
Bill WallaceFebruary 9, 2021
After 2020’s dramatic market changes, sales leaders must re-examine their approach to achieving their 2021 sales targets, including their approach to pipeline management. Now is the time to implement a science-based approach to planning.
Lon CunninghisJanuary 19, 2021
Welcome to 2021! Let us put 2020 behind us and make this year successful. Read about four simple habits you can focus on to take advantage of the challenging world of virtual sales.
Kevin DoddrellJanuary 12, 2021
How do you stay sucessful in 2021? Learn how to adapt to tech-savvy, self-sufficient clients and continue to create demand for your services!
Lon CunninghisDecember 15, 2020
2020 is finally ending! The new year offers an abundance of opportunity if we are willing to focus on new approaches, become more daring, and refuse to accept anything less than success.
Bill WallaceDecember 8, 2020
“But they have much better relationships than we do…” How many times do we hear this about the competition from our sales executives? First thought? What evidence do we have that this is the case?
Ian RamsbottomNovember 17, 2020
When faced with leading the largest deal of your career, how do you lead the pursuit team to a win? Read this article to find out the five critical parts of your deal winning strategy.
Kevin DoddrellNovember 10, 2020
Getting an audience with client executives is an increasing challenge these days. Learn how to help your sales team develop BOLD ideas to gain executive access and elevate their reputation with clients using “creative disruption.”
Bill WallaceOctober 20, 2020
How do you become the best of the best in your sales career? In this article, we give you four key areas of focus which will enable you to move ahead of the pack.
Ian RamsbottomOctober 13, 2020
Relationship Mapping in an account may be a common practice, but it can actually do your seller more harm than good. Learn how to set aside traditional Relationship Mapping in this article.
Kevin DoddrellSeptember 15, 2020
When leveraged successfully, virtual selling – especially for strategic sellers, will afford you significant competitive advantage in the marketplace. Start with your camera! Learn more tips by reading this article.
Lon CunninghisSeptember 8, 2020
Half of the American workforce today is under 40 years old and are expected to change jobs far more often. What are we doing as sales leaders to retain the best talent in this group?
Ian RamsbottomAugust 18, 2020
The anxiety and uncertainty caused by our new reality has created a lack of personal and professional momentum. Recapture your passion, commitment, and direction with secrets used by elite military, business leaders, and top performers.
Bill WallaceAugust 11, 2020
There are three critical things every Sales Leader should be doing now to deal with the new pandemic in Sales – Call Reluctance. Follow these steps to get your teams back up to full productivity.
Lon CunninghisJuly 14, 2020
The ability to connect and build a relationship “advantage” is still the most dominant differentiator, but it doesn’t have to be so serious. Learn five ways you can stand out from the crowd.
Kevin DoddrellJuly 7, 2020
Do you want to move deals faster through the funnel? Create a greater probability of success? Put more wins on the board? Then consider establishing a coaching flow and help stop the Value Proposition madness!
Bill WallaceJune 16, 2020
In the post-pandemic world, the Service and Delivery Teams are critical to both protecting and growing revenue, and the Sales/Service partnership is more critical than ever.
Lon CunninghisJune 9, 2020
The next 15 days are going to help you set the pace for the future. Despite an extremely challenging business environment, these 10 actions will help you to weather the storm and establish success.
Bill WallaceMay 19, 2020
Welcome to the “new normal” of virtual selling like we have never seen before! This article provides five key guidelines on how we can create a virtual competitive relationship advantage and beat the competition.
Kevin DoddrellMay 12, 2020
What can be done to minimize deal slippage? Well, there are three critical success factors which, when executed well, can significantly improve your hit rate for deal signing. Are you aware of them?
Ian RamsbottomApril 14, 2020
Selling is being redefined and there are five skills you'll need to adopt in order to be effective. Start focusing on these to create the necessary momentum that will carry you through this challenging environment.
Bill WallaceApril 7, 2020
The global pandemic has forced companies to change how they work, which has significant impact on how we sell. Social distancing is another barrier and selling virtual may become the foreseeable new norm.
Lon CunninghisMarch 19, 2020
Every important interaction with a prospect or client must be intentionally planned to ensure maximum success. Learn the rules to “wiring” your discussions so Mr. Murphy doesn’t stop you from accomplishing your critical objectives.
Bill WallaceMarch 12, 2020
Fellow Leaders and Coaches, let’s face reality…. When most salespeople are asked into a coaching session or sales deal review, their normal state of mind is, “How can I get through this meeting with the…
Kevin DoddrellFebruary 18, 2020
Win Themes, poorly executed, sound like long, boring, bragging statements. They can ramble on about the benefits of products or services and likely sound a little different from any other competitor. Win Themes, at their…
Ian RamsbottomFebruary 11, 2020
There has been quite a bit written about mission statements and goal setting, and perhaps just as much being ignored or abandoned. We may think about it and write down a few items but soon…
Bill WallaceJanuary 21, 2020
Happy New Year! If you are like many sales professionals, you are thrilled to have survived the end of 2019 madness, and you are ready to jump into 2020! However, if you have growth targets…
Lon CunninghisJanuary 14, 2020
Prior to the rapid growth of the virtual sales organization, many of us grew up in the environment of the “sales floor” with all salespeople in close proximity. Typically, everyone could hear each other’s calls.…
Kevin DoddrellDecember 17, 2019
Many people believe the ultimate goal in working with our clients is to become their “partner,” and not just another vendor. Yet, in a traditional selling process, most salespeople have several conversations with the client…
Lon CunninghisDecember 10, 2019
Is a hidden danger lurking inside your Account base? Instead of having a competitive advantage as an incumbent, you may have a competitive liability! As leaders, we often recognize success and celebrate team wins. Yet,…
Bill WallaceNovember 21, 2019
How to best build superior business sales relationships has changed markedly over the last few decades. What has not changed is the sales theory that superior relationships can overcome a number of other weaknesses. I…
Kevin DoddrellNovember 12, 2019
Sales Leaders today are typically so busy responding to internal company requests, overall management of their team, and even selling or talking to clients that coaching their people falls into the “if I had more…
Kevin DoddrellOctober 15, 2019
The competitive sales world continues to change faster now than any time in history. We were all taught in sales school 101 the key to success was based on how well we could differentiate our…
Kevin DoddrellOctober 8, 2019
There is a major issue within Sales and Marketing that, if corrected, will pay immediate dividends. Too many of our salespeople are working too low in their client’s organization. They are limiting their upward mobility…
Bill WallaceSeptember 17, 2019
Why Executive Communication Fails 2.2 hours a day. That’s the average time people spend on social media each day. As if executives aren’t busy enough with all their responsibilities, this adds to their jam-packed days…
Bill WallaceSeptember 10, 2019
I first wrote about a trend I saw in Sales Leadership in 2014, and now, five years later, its reached epidemic proportions. It’s called “Whack-a-Mole Management.” You remember the arcade game. The moles would pop…
Lon CunninghisAugust 21, 2019
The most under-leveraged and misused asset in a sales opportunity is the Executive Team. Correctly involving themselves in an account or sales cycle is an art that few Executives have mastered. Executive customer calls are…
Kevin DoddrellAugust 13, 2019
There is a saying, “If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re probably in the wrong room.” Unfortunately, we all fall into the trap where we rely on our experience and position to, perhaps…
Bill WallaceJuly 18, 2019
The saying, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results” is widely attributed to Albert Einstein. Those of us in Sales and Sales Leadership have related to that quote at one point…
Bill WallaceJuly 10, 2019
So many companies publicly state, “people are our most important asset.” If you transparently discuss this with most salespeople, you’ll quickly learn they don’t believe it. The harsh reality is there has been an increasing…
Bill WallaceJune 18, 2019
There is a way to immediately become a better Sales Leader, but it requires practice and diligence. It can be summarized in one word – evidence. As Sales Leaders, we are overloaded with too many…
Bill WallaceMay 21, 2019
If you have participated in traditional sales training and learned how to create and deliver a compelling value proposition, you are probably doing it wrong! The old school training strongly reinforces the need to create…
Bill WallaceMay 15, 2019
Distinguishing yourself as a great sales coach, one who can help your team exceed its goals, is directly related to your ability to get into your groove, or flow, as a coach. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, who…
Kevin DoddrellApril 15, 2019
Those of us who have been in business-to-business sales for a long time can easily recall being asked by our manager or coach about the ever-elusive decision maker. “Are you the decision maker?” We were…
Kevin DoddrellApril 8, 2019
The business-to-business sales profession is rapidly changing and evolving. Working in more complex environments with sophisticated solutions demands more business acumen, a greater understanding of personal client agendas, knowledge of proposed client outcomes, and a…
Bill WallaceMarch 15, 2019
To deliver a powerful message to an executive in order to move them to take further actions (the key purpose of a sales call), we need to clearly understand the context of the situation we…
Kevin DoddrellMarch 11, 2019
Whether you are starting to lead a new team or reflecting on your existing team, it is wise to understand how your rapport impacts your team’s sales success. Having a strong relationship with team members…
Debby RizzoFebruary 15, 2019
As we put the holiday parties, champagne and extra calories behind us many of us are looking forward to a financial win in 2019. How will you RISE above your sales targets from last year?…
Kevin DoddrellFebruary 11, 2019
As we move into a new year, there is always excitement and hope for what is to come. We look ahead with aspirations for 2019. Yet we remain aware of the volatility in today’s ever-changing…
Kevin DoddrellJanuary 11, 2019
Let’s be real, if someone asks an Account Manager to explain their role, most would say, “I am responsible for keeping strong, positive relationships in a customer account, solving their issues or questions that arise…
Lon CunninghisJanuary 7, 2019
Presenting an idea or a proposal to an executive is never easy, but its difficulty is compounded by the lack of financial justification. The term value proposition can easily be replaced with business case. Every…
Bill WallaceNovember 29, 2018
The sales environment is going through an amazing amount of disruption at a staggering pace. Strategic sales organizations must adapt to the changes or risk falling into the downward spiral of lower win-rates, loss of…
Bill WallaceNovember 9, 2018
One of the most important positions within a company is that of a Sales Leader. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most precarious. The most recent estimate of a Sales Leader’s tenure is only…
Lon CunninghisNovember 2, 2018
The key to victory is not defeating the enemy but defeating the enemy’s strategy. Therein lies his vulnerability. ~SunTzu In order to understand your competitor’s strategy, there are 5 things you must know in every…
Bill WallaceOctober 23, 2018
You remember the 3 “Relationship Sins” that we all tend to fall victim to in our deals: We over-invest in the wrong people, We under-invest in the right people, and We miss key people in…
Lon CunninghisOctober 10, 2018
The majority of base accounts have nowhere near the revenue penetration that we both think they do, or desire that they have. On average, base accounts have 15-20% revenue penetration for the client’s spend in…
Bill WallaceSeptember 14, 2018
Before we can discuss the logical aspects of preparation, let’s first understand the dynamics of a meeting. There is a difference between attempting to “sell” people something and “moving” their position of belief. Here we…
Kevin DoddrellJune 25, 2018
As Sales Leaders, the most effective weapon we have to achieve our sales goals is the team’s ability to conduct compelling interactions with their prospects and clients. In the context of sales call execution, a…
Kevin DoddrellJune 15, 2018
Too many times salespeople stick to talking about their own products and services because that is where they are most confident and comfortable. They discount their personal knowledge and that of their company unnecessarily, thinking…
Debby RizzoMay 7, 2018
There are three secrets to selling that can immediately affect your performance if you embrace them, study them, and apply them. The secrets to selling are: Understand the political environment Be human and explore emotions…
Bill WallaceApril 25, 2018
Do your competitors fear your salespeople? Your salespeople are engaged in hand to hand combat. Your competitors are fielding their best sales talent against your best sales talent. Previously to gain the advantage, companies hired…
Lori PrestonMarch 23, 2018
Competing for Attention We all clearly understand how the balance of power has shifted significantly in the last decade from seller to buyer, driven by the power of information and knowledge. To compound that power…
Kevin DoddrellMarch 23, 2018
The Olympics are like Sales I don’t know about you, but I loved the 2018 Winter Olympics! It is a perfect analogy for success in the sales profession. Each Olympic athlete understands the psychology of…
Bill WallaceMarch 21, 2018
Every wise business person wants to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. How can we set ourselves apart? By having a very smart, clear, well executed and fully aligned Go-to-Market Strategy! A Go-to-Market Strategy…
Revenue StormMarch 19, 2018
Congratulations on your promotion! Now What? For many, the promotion into your first sales management position can be one of the most exciting and scary times in your career. The excitement of leading a team…
Tom KacorJanuary 10, 2018
The classic definition and role designation of “Hunters” and “Farmers” has become obsolete and counter-productive to a sales organization’s revenue growth. Traditionally, Hunters were people that enjoyed the pursuit of opportunities with new accounts, while…
Bill WallaceJanuary 4, 2018
Many may argue, but it has been said that the first line sales manager role within the technology industry is the toughest job there is. For many, this opportunity is their first venture into a…
Tom KacorDecember 7, 2017
The lack of consistent and sustainable high sales performance can be credited, in most instances, to poor Governance. The question for Sales Leaders is “where are you going to set the performance bar?” and “What…
Bill WallaceNovember 27, 2017
The B2B sales profession continues to evolve at a rapid rate due to client demands. Unfortunately, the sales training industry has not kept pace and is rapidly becoming obsolete. With the cost of sales too…
Bill WallaceSeptember 18, 2017
Revenue Storm is excited to share the findings of an online sales survey. This was conducted by RevXL, LLC with Lon Cunninghis, an independent contractor. The survey polled US-based Vice Presidents of Sales from 19…
Revenue StormAugust 30, 2017
We have all heard, “You get what you Inspect, not what you Expect.” This is directed toward leaders to elicit better performance from their people. The notion is, leaders too often think, "My people know…
Debby RizzoAugust 15, 2017
Everything you want is on the other side of fear. Unfortunately, we all have moments of fear, doubt, or anxiety that keeps us from performing at our very highest levels. Interestingly enough, over-achievers may experience…
Bill WallaceAugust 4, 2017
When it comes to employing competitive strategy in key deals, many salespeople only do half the job. Besides executing a winning offense, you must also execute a winning defense by employing competitive countertactics that assist the…
Lon CunninghisJuly 14, 2017
Creating new opportunities within accounts may seem daunting. The fact is, it is relatively simple; it’s all about developing and sharing ideas with your contacts while helping their business and personal interests. The problem resides…
Bill WallaceJuly 10, 2017
The 2nd half of the year is upon us and many organizations are close to falling behind their assigned sales plans. This is the time where leaders must take a step back and conduct an honest…
Bill WallaceJune 20, 2017
It seems that the “Seven Great Lies” stories are expanding year after year to apply to all sorts of criteria. We, as salespeople, are also prone to accepting that everything said to us is good,…
Kevin DoddrellJune 9, 2017
I recently had the pleasure of participating in a client’s coaching conference with more than 180 sales leadership executives in attendance. The focus was on creating a winning competitive sales culture through the adoption of…
Kevin DoddrellMay 15, 2017
The sales culture is ever-evolving, yet the aggressive approach has declined dramatically, creating issues central to accomplishing revenue plans. It is true, sales is more demanding with challenging complexity and reliance on technology, but many…
Bill WallaceMay 5, 2017
In the 90's and 2000’s there were long, arduous focus groups dedicated to creating the two or three sentences that would define you as an organization: the beloved mission statement. Often, arriving at those statements…
Mary CasperApril 17, 2017
I am sure many of us affectionately remember playing Clue (aka Cluedo). The fun involved in following the clues, uncovering agendas, and taking risks — so many twists and turns throughout. It is a game…
Kevin DoddrellApril 6, 2017
Goldman Sachs is cautiously forecasting an economic improvement in Global Growth of 3.5% driven by financial incentives and improvement in the growth of the US GDP. Sales leaders look to an improving market as an…
Bill WallaceMarch 20, 2017
The average solutions salesperson wins 2.5 out of every 10 deals. A big reason for that performance stems from chasing unqualified opportunities. That is the blunt truth. Every funnel yields a large number of opportunities…
Bill WallaceMarch 13, 2017
Traditional thinking about account management is killing your business. There is a subtle change occurring within the world of account management that has significant implications for your revenue results. Rather than thinking of account management,…
Bill WallaceFebruary 13, 2017
Take the “I think, therefore I am” statement, posed by philosopher Rene Descartes, a step further. Your subconscious mind will direct your energy to success, mediocrity, or failure, depending on your focus. Many of us…
Bill WallaceJanuary 9, 2017
There is a secret formula to consistently exceed your sales goals, but as you might expect, it is not easy. The good news is that most people could do it, if they chose to. Set…
Bill WallaceSeptember 13, 2016
