If you have a monopoly, then your reward is a quiet life, one devoid of having to deal with competition. But most firms face changing competition, threats to their installed base, and quarterly investor expectations — all of which place sometimes conflicting demands on sales efforts. Sales forces are expected to both:
Reinvent Your Sales Process While Still Hitting Your Numbers
Resolving the seller’s dilemma.
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Learn how to communicate with your customers—strategically.