Seven Practitioners on Why Sales is a Great Career

While there are multiple ways of getting into Sales, the key to a successful career is the joy and happiness you still experience after twenty or thirty years. And that takes the right person and personality. Sales requires grit, resilience, and a thick skin.

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The Human Side of Business -- More Important than Ever

In the fast-paced world of sales, commerce, and trade, the phrase "business is business" is often the expression of the cold and calculated nature of the corporate world. It suggests that emotions, empathy, and personal connections have no place in the realm of profit and loss.  

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How Much to Spend on Your Fractional Executive

Fee models for fractional executives have an art and a science, a balance between multiple factors, and an element of “as-high-or-as-low-as-desperation-takes-you” to it. And that is not too different from the permanent job market: There are job postings for a VP of Sales on Indeed right now, one making $80k, the other over $500k a year.

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Boost Your Revenue With a Robust CRM System

In the fiercely competitive business world, business leaders face the everyday challenge of increasing revenue. One crucial capability to do that involves consistently converting leads into paying customers, which can be the make-or-break factor for success.

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What's the Right Time to Hire a Sales Leader?

"We will wait to hire a sales leader until we have more customers."  While it may seem like a prudent approach to save resources, this strategy can have both advantages and disadvantages. Here's some thoughts as we explore what might be behind this statement and whether it's a wise decision for a growing company.

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Overcoming Client Objections: Breaking Through the 'No Budget' Argument

The 'No Budget' objection is a common hurdle in sales, but it's not insurmountable. By understanding the client's perspective, highlighting value, and offering flexible solutions, you can break through this obstacle and ultimately secure the sale.

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Navigating the Nuances of "Client Ownership" in B2B Sales

In enterprise sales, the question of who owns the client relationship is a multifaceted one. Sensitivities and nuances abound at every stage of the client journey. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of SDRs, AEs, AMs, and CSMs is crucial for organizations looking to build lasting client relationships.

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Andrew MillerVendux LLC
The Power of Empathy, Humor, and Listening

How many client or vendor relationships have you turned into long-lasting personal friendships? In the world of sales, building strong connections with clients is not just a mere strategy; it's the cornerstone of success.

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Leveraging a Fractional Sales Leader to Reach Your First $1 Million in Revenue

In the world of startups and small businesses, achieving that elusive first $1 million in revenue can often feel like an insurmountable hurdle. It requires strategic planning, effective execution, and a dedicated team.

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