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Five top tips for growing sales in 2024
“It’s got to be better than last year, hasn’t it?” That’s what we said at the end of 2020. And 2021. And again a year ago! One day the business environment will really bounce back.…
What is sustainable selling?
You might think this is about selling sustainability. Maybe you imagine sustainability consultants who help organisations build their green plans. Or you think of companies selling composting boxes or green bins. But sustainable selling isn’t…
How do I find the time for a Sales Mentor?
When it comes to working with a Sales Mentor, you might have many unanswered questions such as will they make me more efficient? What service do they actually offer? And what will I need to…
Should you be using AI in sales?
When it comes to deciding whether AI in sales can positively impact a business, there are many factors that must be considered. We’ve said many times that sales is all about people: It’s about the…
Is a Sales Mentor strategic or tactical?
How do people react when you explain what you do? It’s always interesting to see whether the response is enthusiastic or politely passive. But more than this, do people actually get it? You know in…
7 tips for successful sales pitches
When it comes to successful sales pitches, there are some components that should show up every time. You need confidence and enthusiasm. You need to know what your message is and who your audience is.…
What are the benefits of a part-time Sales Director?
Many growing businesses don’t consider the advantages of hiring a part-time Sales Director. Business owners think of employing a Sales Director as a binary decision: when we’re big enough I can employ a Sales Director.…
How small businesses can drive sustainable impact. Part 2: Community
We wrote last month about the climate crisis and how it’s difficult to know where to start in fixing the problem. For many businesses, community is at the opposite end of the scale. Most organisations…
Three steps guaranteed to boost sales team effectiveness
If you’re really short on time, the ways to boost sales team effectiveness can probably be summarised in three words: Direction, leadership and skills. Business owners often stress about recruiting the right sales person –…