Let’s be honest, most sales meetings suck. There, I said it. They’re bloated. They’re boring. They’re about as productive as a treadmill at a donut shop. We’ve all sat through the kind of meeting that could’ve been a Slack message or worse, one that kills the team’s energy for the entire day. I once attended […]
Sales Meetings That Don’t Suck: How to Make Every Minute Count Read More »
You have the sales dashboard pulled up. Charts everywhere. Some lines are up and to the right. Others are flat. Your gut says something is off, but the numbers look impressive at a glance. So why are you still missing revenue goals? (HBR – The Danger of Vanity Metrics)
From Vanity to Value: The Sales Metrics That Actually Drive Growth Read More »
You’ve had a great conversation with a prospect. They seemed interested, engaged, even excited about what you offer. But when it comes time to close the deal, they stall. They ghost you. They tell you they need to “think about it.” Sound familiar? If you’re struggling to close deals, you’re not alone. Many salespeople find
7 Reasons Why Deals Don’t Close – And What to Do About It Read More »
How many times have you heard a salesperson say, “I checked in with them last week”? Sounds harmless. Sounds like activity. But let’s be honest…it’s not moving the needle. In sales today, especially when managing active accounts, there’s no room for hollow touch-points. If you’re going to keep a client engaged, protected from competitors, and
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For many small and mid-sized businesses, hiring a full-time sales manager just isn’t realistic. Whether it’s due to budget constraints, a lean team, or inconsistent sales performance, bringing on dedicated sales leadership can feel out of reach. But without it, you risk stalled growth, missed revenue targets, and an unmotivated sales team. HBR: Understanding What
How to Know if Fractional Sales Management Is Right for Your Business Read More »
If your company is running on EOS® (the Entrepreneurial Operating System) or you’re considering implementing it, you already understand the importance of structure, accountability, and vision. But let me ask you this: Is your sales team operating with the same level of discipline as the rest of your organization? For many small and mid-sized businesses
EOS Aligned Fractional Sales Management: The SMB Game-Changer Read More »
Is your sales team losing momentum? There is a dangerous myth in a lot of sales teams and businesses: the idea that if things are stable, if revenue is holding steady, if the team is “doing okay,” then we’re standing still. And standing still feels safe. It feels like, well, at least we’re not losing
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Most business owners don’t start their company because they love sales management. But somewhere along the way, whether by necessity, default, or frustration they find themselves wearing the sales manager hat and managing sales teams. At first, it seems like a smart move. You know your product. You know your customers. Who better to guide
At some point, every sales team hits a wall and reach a sales plateau. They’re not going backward—but they’re not moving forward either. Revenue flattens. New deals still close, but not with the same energy. Goals are met, but barely. And soon, “good enough” becomes the standard. This is the sales plateau. And here’s the
Breaking the Sales Plateau: What’s Really Holding Your Team Back Read More »
Every March, the NCAA Tournament takes over. Brackets are busted, underdogs rise, and legends are made. It’s chaos, drama, and strategy all rolled into one. But if you look closer, there are real lessons in March Madness that apply directly to running a successful sales team. Most business owners don’t realize this, but their sales
March Madness: Playing to Win or Hoping for a Cinderella story? Read More »
