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One way to change the 80/20 trap is to take steps to change yourself. Many sales people neglect their obligation to ensure that they are continuing to develop and evolve their sales skills and knowledge. Read More

When it comes to our self-talk, too many of us tolerate the negativity we were handed. The answer to overcome the negativity and create success? Affirmations! Read More

The fifth in a series ten posts on sales effectiveness describing the 10 essential attributes B2B sales reps must possess in order to succeed and the 10 opposing ideas that are also essential to success. This post focuses on the being Adaptable vs. Prepared. Read More

A structured sales process is a prerequisite: the CP will want to see how it fits into your reporting structure, your Management Information System. The reporting model for CPs is the same but different! Like your direct sales force they must report on their pipeline and activities within the sales funnel: leads generated, deals closed, deals lost. It’s different insofar as you are working wit Read More

You need to shed the deadwood to drive forward, fire the bottom 10% of your account base. The bandwidth you recapture will allow you to refocus on gaining customers that are like the small minority that currently drive your revenue. Go ahead, fire some, it's alright. Read More

Today’s podcast is on the connection between serendipity and discipline as well as the connection between training and intuition. I’m also going to talk about why very few people experience high levels of positive serendipity or tap into their intuition because they quit too soon. I’d love your feedback and thoughts on this topic. This applies to social media, sales, traditional marketing and eve Read More

Whether you are in corporate strategy, marketing, sales, or public relations competitive intelligence is critical to your objectives. Why are so few formalizing the process? I’m not sure, but that smells like opportunity. Read More

This is the final post of a three part series dedicated to building a championship pipeline. At the end of last week’s article, I touched on the idea of “balance.” No, I’m not talking about work-life balance. I’m talking about the size and viability of your prospects.

Are you chasing mice, elephants, and ghosts? You may want to chase some more than others… Read More

The most important component in improving on the 80/20 rule is the front line sales manager. While yesterday we looked at the concept of changing the status quo in many sales situations, today we look at the role of the sales manager and their ability to truly lead, manage and coach. Read More

What kind of impression are you making on your prospects? Is it the right one? Are you clearly demonstrating that you care about your customers by what you say and do? Read More