Selling Made Simple And Salesman Podcast

Sales Expert: Your ROI calculator is worthless to executives! Stop creating your own objections.

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Summary

In this conversation, Tony Hughes discusses the evolving challenges of closing B2B deals, emphasizing that the opening phase is more critical than the closing phase.

He highlights the importance of engaging with senior decision-makers and creating a compelling business case that resonates with their needs. The discussion also covers strategies for qualifying prospects based on their intent and the necessity of crafting a business case that is internally focused and results-driven.

Takeaways
  • Closing B2B deals is more difficult than ever, especially larger ones.
  • The opening phase of a sale is crucial for success.
  • Strategic sellers focus on creating a believable business case.
  • Qualifying prospects should be based on engagement, not just acronyms.
  • Many sellers create their own objections by focusing on their offerings.
  • Understanding the customer's needs is key to effective selling.
  • A compelling business case must be customer-centric and results-oriented.
  • The business case should articulate the commercial impact and how it monetizes.
  • Leaders prioritize results and accountability in decision-making.
  • Sales training should emphasize the importance of understanding buyer intent.
    • Chapters

    00:00 The Challenge of Closing B2B Deals

    06:50 Qualifying Prospects: Intent vs. Interest
    17:25 Building a Compelling Business Case
    25:39 The Importance of Results in Business Cases

     

     

     

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