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Sales vs. marketing: The differences and how they work together
Sales and marketing are two sides of the same coin. Both affect your sales pipeline, and each depends on the other. Here's what makes them different and why it matters for your bottom line.
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What is a unique selling proposition? USP examples and definition
Speak directly to the people who want what you’re selling.
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CRM buying guide
Sales teams can use robust CRM solutions to generate new leads, automate email campaigns, and produce forecasting reports and advanced analytics.
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What does a sales manager do? Complete career guide to skills, responsibilities, and success
A sales manager leads and supervises sales agents and runs the daily sales operations of a business. See the responsibilities and skills needed to succeed as a sales manager.
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How to upsell: Tips and tricks from the pros
A Zendesk sales expert shares the do’s and don’ts of upselling.
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The 19 sales skills every rep should master for 2024
Sales pros weigh in on the top sales skills you need to find success in the sales industry.
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Virtual leadership: Managing sales teams remotely
In a digital-first environment, sales managers have had to develop new ways to connect with and empower their reps.
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Customer acquisition cost formula and tips to improve your CAC
Customer acquisition cost is the amount of money a business spends to gain a new customer. Here’s how to calculate this key metric, plus three ways to improve it.
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Virtual selling: What success in virtual sales looks like
As the sales world becomes more familiar with virtual selling, former “road warriors” have had to learn best practices for a digital-first approach.
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How to write a sales plan: Types, template, and tips
A sales plan helps you outline sales strategies and goals, identify resources, and set a budget so you can pack your pipeline with high-quality leads.
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Cold calling scripts: 14 examples, templates, and tips
Cold calling scripts can help you get more leads and reach sales goals. Get tips on how to write effective scripts, and start crafting your own with our free templates that actually work.
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What is run rate? ARR definition, formula, and examples
Sales forecasting has a good deal in common with weather forecasting, particularly in the sense that the further one projects into the future, the less reliable the predictions become.
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What is personal selling? Definition and examples
Use personal selling to discover what customers really want and need from your brand, and deliver the most meaningful pitch you can.
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Gross sales vs. net sales: Key differences explained
Gross sales and net sales are two metrics that offer distinct advantages when it comes to gauging revenue. Yet not many people can tell the difference.
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What is enterprise sales? A guide to supercharge your strategy
Crush your sales strategy with our complete guide to enterprise sales.
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Conversational marketing: Answering your 9 biggest questions
A Zendesk expert shares everything you need to know about using messaging and chatbots to generate leads and engage customers.
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10 best sales management software for small businesses
The right sales CRM can help your team close more deals and boost your business.
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