Special Report

Too Much Technology Can Drag Down Performance

Overly complex sales tech stacks have sales reps frustrated and feeling like they never have time to do their actual job. Here are ways to fix that problem.

Enablement’s Newest Trend: Digital Sales Rooms

With 80% of sales interactions between suppliers and buyers predicted to be digital by the end of this year, digital sales rooms are a must-have component of a go-to-market strategy.

3 Seismic Shifts Impacting – and Improving – Sales Training

With 70% of salespeople lacking formal training, a sales enablement platform that includes comprehensive, cutting-edge training is a necessity.

Where, Why and How

Business leaders who can "see around corners" make their companies more competitive. Here are some emerging trends that will be an even bigger part of B2B sales and marketing in 2025.

Nearbound Selling Blends Inbound and Outbound Strategies

Nearbound selling optimizes your existing network of partners, influencers, happy customers and other trusted connections to generate leads and close deals.

Sustainability Matters in the B2B Landscape

Sustainable business practices aren't just for consumer goods. B2B companies must be thoughtful and thorough when developing sustainable strategies.

Motivating Today’s Multigenerational Workforce

Cultivating a culture of recognition is critical to keeping a multigenerational workforce engaged.

Marketing That’s Simultaneously Effective and Engaging

There’s a place in B2B marketing strategies for in-depth white papers and case studies, but there is also an increasing need for creativity and risk-taking.

Slow Is Smooth and Smooth Is Fast

Efforts to move quickly can slow down an operation. Being more deliberate will improve quality and focus while decreasing stress.

Building Business Partnerships for Long-Term Success

By some accounts, as much as 75% of all B2B sales are made through channel partners. Recruiting and retaining channel partners that create win-win relationships is akin to hiring and keeping top employees. Learn more about collaborating with the right partners.

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