Posts by Noah Zandan
Why Traditional Sales Role-Play Falls Short
The internet is full of statistics that demonstrate how vital sales training is. Whether you’re measuring the productivity of each agent, the total ROI of training initiatives, or the percentage increase of closed-won deals, training makes a sizeable difference. The trick is identifying which training methods are contributing to increases and, whenever possible, which training…
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AI Enhances Sales Forecasting for 2024 Accuracy
AI is a black box, but sales teams can use it to derive precise forecasts, revenue models, and other sales predictions. See where it fits into your processes.
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Sales Role-Play Scenarios That Help Your Sales Team Succeed
“Practice makes perfect” is a common saying for good reason. Practice aids in information retrieval, muscle memory, confidence, and dozens of other factors that impact the performance of virtually any task. However, it might be more accurate to say “practice makes practiced,” even if it’s less catchy. After all, if people are practicing the wrong…
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How AI Sales Coaching Platforms Help Sales Teams in a Dynamic Market
An AI sales coaching platform is an important tool. Many sales organizations already understand that better, more accessible, and more tailored training offers benefits. But it’s not enough to just know that new learning and development initiatives grant some degree of advantage. True understanding comes from specifically how it can help your team. Here’s a…
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Boost Performance with Realistic Sales Training
Updated: August, 5, 2024 The Power of Immersive AI Sales Training Traditional realistic sales training is hitting a roadblock. It may still provide sound fundamental skills to sales reps new to the profession or your organization, but it’s not designed for a modern workforce or modern buyers requiring individualized approaches. It’s part of the reason…
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Learning From Success: 5 Strategies to Level Up Your SKOs
A sales kickoff (SKO) sets the tone for big projects, campaigns, or annual strategies. However, SKOs can come with a high price tag of approximately $2,500 to $5,500 per attendee as of 2021. That makes it even more important to provide as much value as possible during every minute of the SKO. But this doesn’t…
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Certification in the Digital Age: How Tech Accelerates the Process
In a landscape where customer demands and market dynamics constantly evolve, certified salespersons are better equipped to adapt, innovate, and drive revenue growth for the company. According to a recent Axelos study, 97% of decision-makers and 84% of individuals say certification adds value in the workplace, bringing higher efficiency and employee satisfaction. The 21st century…
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AI Simulators for Effective SKO Prep
Sales organizations can power their SKO prep with virtual learning tools and practice simulations. See the benefits of incorporating simulators into your SKO.
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How AI-Powered Sales Coaches Can Transform Training Programs
While many organizations know the value of training—with companies spending over $70 billion in sales training alone—the focus on coaching is much less clear. Some organizations don’t have coaching at all due to limited trainer availability or discomfort in giving feedback. Others opt for in-person or manual feedback, which can be time intensive, arbitrary, or…
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How AI Can Improve Your Pharmaceutical Sales Rep Certification Program
Executive Summary The US pharmaceutical sales industry made $53.6 billion in revenue in 2023—but despite that high number, only 41% of Americans have a degree of trust in pharmaceutical companies. This presents a significant opportunity for sales organizations to grow by enhancing their sales reps’ training programs. This article explores how AI pharmaceutical certifications can…
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