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Pay mix: what it is and how to calculate it
From learning how to cold call prospects to finding ways to shorten the sale cycle, sales reps have a lot on their plate. But there’s one concern that supersedes them...
Leadership, Sales
How to run a productive sales QBR
A sales QBR isn’t just another meeting. These crucial sit-downs are often the starting point for major quarterly gains. From addressing urgent issues to strategizing ways and driving revenue, a...
Sales
The dos and don’ts of video conferencing backgrounds for sales reps
The coronavirus pandemic transitioned many industries to remote work. As a result, the usage of video software like Zoom and Microsoft Teams skyrocketed. But even as companies have slowly returned...
Leadership, Sales
The 4 best ways to divide sales territories
Running an effective sales division requires organization. Let your reps operate completely independently, and you’ve all but guaranteed chaos. Multiple reps pitching the same prospect, and high-potential clients being ignored...
Sales
Should you compensate sales mentors?
Most sales organizations provide internal mentorship programs that involve a senior rep supporting new rep development. In theory, it’s a great idea. The mentee learns the ropes from a proven...
Sales
7 Tips to guarantee* you hit your sales quota
*okay, so obviously I can’t GUARANTEE you hit your quota as a sales rep, but if you use these tips, you’ll crush your sales quota. Understand your sales quota I...
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10 sales dashboards every team should familiarize themselves with for 2023
This is a guest blog from our friends at Dialpad. Are you looking at developing and modernizing your business with the use of sales dashboards? You can use many different...
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6 tips to unlock your sales reps’ full potential: Why transparency is key to your enablement strategy
This is a guest blog written by SetSail CMO Peter Mollins. It’s impossible to lead a high-performance team without trust. And to build trust, you need transparency – openness, honesty,...
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How to make rep sign-off on comp plans less painful
A new year often brings new sales compensation plans. And, the perfect time to share compensation changes is often during your sales kickoff (SKO). Sales kickoffs happen annually and provide...
Sales
Top 20 interview questions for sales reps (+5 bonus tips)
Hiring sales reps can be a tricky endeavor. After all, they are salespeople selling themselves. You’re looking for successful sales rep hires that will ramp up quickly to qualifying leads,...
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What to use instead of a “touching base” email
For years, sending a touching base email has been part of proper sales etiquette. You don’t want to be too pushy, but you can’t risk falling off the radar, either....
Sales
How to develop a sales scaling mindset (not just for startups)
This is a guest blog from Dialpad. Once you’ve made that magic 10th sale, you’re ready to start scaling, right? As a CEO, you’ll want to grow your brand, but...