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 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 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 MoreHindsight bias occurs when people feel that they “knew it all along” — when they believe that an event is more predictable after it becomes known than it was before it became known.
Read MoreLinkedIn and other social media platforms are full of those who self-describe as “#1 Influencer,” “Change Agent,” “Hacker,” “King,” “Best-selling Author,” “Wolf,” “Keynote Speaker,” “Evangelist,” “Thought Leader,” or ”Advocate.”
Read MoreDon’t let the negative behavior go on forever. Do everything you can to test if the person can be coached, and then move on when necessary. Time doesn’t make things better -- only action does.
Read MoreFor me, there is no alternative for a company or an individual to being sales-centric. If you want your business to grow, all parts of the organization have to be focused on selling, and there is no room for “corporate” behavior. Very few products or services sell themselves.
Read MoreMany sales leaders fail to monitor any prospecting metrics or efforts among their salespeople. 18% indicated their company does not set out specific metrics/goals on how much time reps should spend prospecting. 32% of sales leaders indicated they don’t know how much time reps prospect.
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