What should go into a new hire or sales territory turnaround plan?

June 23, 2009
By Mike & Joe

Mike and I are working on a series for the SalesRoundup Podcast titled “A Sales Territory Turnaround Plan.” The Show targets both new hire and existing Sales people. For the new hire we are discussing the on boarding process in the first 90 days and for the existing sales rep we cover techniques on...
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Interviewing tips for the Perfect Sales Job

June 15, 2009
By Mike & Joe

While interviewing is by no means the only part of the job seeking process, it is often the final hoop that you must jump through before landing that perfect sales position. By the time you are ready to sit down for an interview, you have hopefully already looked carefully at several potential job opportunities,...
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Tips for Getting a Job in Sales

June 9, 2009
By Mike & Joe

A Few Helpful Notes for the Restless Job Seeker It is well known that today’s economy is in a difficult position. However, what many people may not have noticed is that certain sectors seem to be showing signs of life, even despite this hardship. In sales, for example, recruiters have not ceased to scout for...
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How to Plan Your Sales Strategy Several Moves Ahead

May 31, 2009
By Mike & Joe
How to Plan Your Sales Strategy Several Moves Ahead

Sales Chess Versus Sales Checkers What’s the difference between chess and checkers? Checkers is basically a game of reaction. Your opponent makes a move, and you react in the best way that you know how. Chess players on the other hand, plan their moves way ahead of time. The best chess players will already know...
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How Attention Details Can Make or Break Your Sales Success

May 11, 2009
By Mike & Joe

Don’t Forget to Dot Your “i”s and Cross Your “t”s! The difference between a mediocre painting put together by an amateur and a masterpiece crafted by a true artist is not in the broad strokes, but in the smallest details. Even though this difference is small, it is meaningful; the work painted by a master...
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A Sales Plan to Cut Your Sales Negotiation Time in Half

May 1, 2009
By Mike & Joe

Four Tips to Improve Your Sales Process Saving time should always be a priority in the complex sales negotiation process. The faster you are able to close the deal, the sooner you will be able to bring revenue into your organization and move onto the next prospect. In this type of circumstance, you will be...
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