sales pipeline

Avoid Sales Pipeline Assumptions

The #1 mistake managers and leaders make is NOT challenging the critical thinking and common assumptions of salespeople. Let’s face it, managers have a lot on their plate and they are running hard every day. Thus, they fall into the trap of asking questions about the facts of what’s happening in one of their reps’ […]

Is Your B2B Sales Pipeline Overflowing with Stalled Deals?

Simply better defining the stages of the pipeline process can bring about massive improvements in the quality and velocity of any B2B sales pipeline. Originally contributed to SellingPower.com By Steve Gielda We’ve all been in meetings where the sales leader asks, “When do you think this opportunity will close?” Most salespeople dread this question – […]

Building A Better Sales Pipeline Process

It is essential for accurate sales forecasting to clearly define each stage in the sales pipeline process and establish related milestones. Originally written for and published in LTEN’s Focus on Training Magazine By Steve Gielda Ever wonder how to make sales forecasting more accurate? It’s a common question among sales leaders. The answer seems simple, […]