Through our blog posts, we are looking to share not only the value that interim and fractional sales leaders bring to an organization. We also cover a variety of topics and share our experiences, all of which are part of the “day-in-a-life” of a sales professional.
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Body language is a mysterious, unspoken way that people unconsciously communicate what is really on their minds. The importance of body language in sales lies in the fact that many buyers are either unsure of or reluctant to openly communicate their intentions.
Read MoreIn recent years they have done a fantastic job on me! There are charges on my credit card, and in turn, I receive very regularly the ‘gift’ of a great variety of wines unavailable in my local wine store.
Read MoreChoosing one side of a paradox would be delightfully clear and easy. Though the world is not black and white, it comes in all shades of gray, it is nuanced, and there are no easy answers, no silver bullets.
Read MoreConfirmation bias: we make a snap judgment within the first minute - or possibly even before meeting the candidate - and then spend the rest of the interview looking for data to support this initial hunch. Why? Because we hate to be wrong.
Read MoreI would like to make the case that a leader that is liked is also more likely to be successful; and the opposite, a leader that is disliked is more likely to be unsuccessful.
Read MoreAlthough every leader knows the importance of communication - for the success of their organization, their people, and themselves - a surprising number of leaders fail in this vital skill. According to a survey, only 10 percent of frontline leaders are effective at conveying performance expectations and facilitating clear agreement on the next steps.
Read MoreWhy should business owners and CEOs hire small, independent professionals, as opposed to other, more traditional options? Here are her top five reasons.
Read MoreIt’s challenging because small sales teams have a diseconomy of scale. The marginal cost of sales management per rep is increasing with every hire. Those can be direct cost, but also opportunity cost.
Read MoreTruly effective sales leadership can position your company for long-term sales growth, increasing market share, and sales team member satisfaction and loyalty.
Read MoreA few years ago, I attended what I still think of as the best sales meeting of my career. The sales leader who organized it found the right mix. Three days and not a minute felt boring or wasted!
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