🚨 Is Hiring and Retaining High-Performing B2B Sales Reps Becoming a Struggle?🚨 You're not alone. With the shift from "growth at all costs" to a focus on profitability and a 5X increase in remote work, many companies are feeling the strain. 🔄 Longer Sales Cycles = Fewer Chances for Early Success 📉 Only 12% of employees feel their onboarding was effective 📊 33% average B2B sales attrition in the first year 💸 It costs 150-200% of a sales rep’s salary to replace them These challenges are real and they’re impacting your bottom line. But there's a solution. 👀 Click the link below for the full picture that breaks down these stats and discover how you can turn the tide. If you have questions, DM me to see how we can help you hire and retain top sales talent. https://lnkd.in/gSCe9qeD #Sales #B2B #Hiring #SalesManagement #SalesSuccess #Recruitment
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In Business-to-Business (B2B) sales, success is about more than just closing deals, it's about building long-term relationships, understanding complex customer needs, and navigating multi-layered decision-making processes. That’s why hiring the right skill set is critical! A great B2B salesperson needs to be: Consultative, Resilient, Strategic and Skilled in Relationship Management. They have to have the appetite, the right disciples and the right approach to attract new clients. Hiring someone with the wrong skill set can lead to misaligned strategies, lost opportunities, and strained client relationships. The right salesperson will deliver more than just short-term wins, they’ll help build partnerships that create lasting value. If you’re hiring for one of the most important roles in your business, let’s talk. #salesrecruitment #salesrecruitmentagency #businessdevelopment #sales
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Navigating the Challenge of Hiring and Retaining Top Sales Talent In today's rapidly evolving market, the ability to hire and retain high-performing sales reps is more crucial—and challenging—than ever. Here are some compelling insights from recent research: Longer Sales Cycles: Lengthier sales cycles are limiting opportunities for new hires to prove themselves early on, which can impact their long-term success and retention. Shift in Growth Strategies: As companies pivot from prioritising growth at all costs to focusing on profitability, the need for sales reps with different competencies, like consultative selling and value presentation, is becoming more pronounced. Remote Work Challenges: With a 5X increase in remote working, only 12% of employees feel their onboarding process was effective. This disconnect highlights a critical area for improvement in how we prepare our sales teams for success in a remote environment. The High Cost of Turnover: Replacing a sales rep can cost between 150% to 200% of their annual salary, emphasising the importance of retaining top talent. Utilising thorough candidate assessments can help identify top performers more effectively, ensuring a better fit and reducing turnover. As we adapt to these new challenges, it’s clear that investing in the right talent and refining onboarding processes are key to sustaining growth and profitability. Interested in learning more about how to enhance your hiring strategy? Feel free to connect and discuss how we can elevate your sales team to meet the demands of today's market. #SalesPerformance #HiringStrategy #BusinessGrowth #RemoteWork #Leadership SalesStar Objective Management Group https://lnkd.in/eeMjSw-x
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#hiring more #sales reps is rarely the answer to growing your business. I'm asked to assess a sales team about 15 times a year. These sales teams are generally successful, but their leader recognizes that more could be accomplished. The companies are financially sound, with plenty of cash to invest in sales growth. So what's the problem with doubling down on what's working and hiring more salespeople? It doesn't scale. It can create linear growth, but not geometric growth. Many of you are reading this and realizing it's happening in your business. So if hiring more reps isn't the answer, then what's the secret? Better support for the reps you've already hired. As your sales team becomes more successful, they have more orders, customers, and administrative responsibilities. Processing orders, responding to customers, and completing reports are important work, but it's not sales and should be done by other people and technology--not salespeople. Your best salespeople are expensive. They should be doing the work of creating more customers. But unfortunately, their previous success has them doing things that aren't growing your company. Fix this. Don't hire more salespeople.
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🌟 Hiring Sales Superstars: What to Look For 🌟 Finding the right salespeople can really make a difference! Here are some key things to keep in mind: Proven Track Record 📉 Look for talent who consistently crush their sales targets. Ask for their success stories! Cultural Fit 🤝 Sales is all about relationships. Make sure they vibe with your company culture. Strong Communication Skills 🗣️ Great salespeople know how to talk and listen well. Try some role-playing to see how they engage! Resilience and Adaptability 💪 Sales can be tough! Seek candidates who bounce back from rejection and adapt on the fly. Customer-Centric Mindset 🧑🤝🧑 The best salespeople focus on understanding and helping customers, not just pushing products. Self-Motivation 🚀 Look for candidates who show ambition and a love for learning. Technical Skills 💻 Make sure they’re comfortable with CRM tools and sales tech. Team Player 🤗 Sales isn’t solo work! They should be able to collaborate well with others. Problem Solvers 🔍 Great salespeople think on their feet and tackle challenges creatively. Hiring the right talent can really boost your growth. What qualities do you look for when hiring sales pros? Let’s chat in the comments! 👇 #peoplepartners #SalesHiring #Recruitment #SalesStrategy #BusinessGrowth #SalesTeam #salesrecruitment
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Most AE job descriptions start their “What will you bring” section with: --> strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets --> proven experience as an Account Executive selling *similar solution* in the *same industry* --> knowledge in using specific sales tools ( there are hundreds of them) The reality is that in tech sales only an average of 40-50% of sales reps actually reach or overachieve their quota (also varies from SDR, AE, Enterprise AE etc) because there is an entire context of why this happens. Besides the skills, experience, ambitiousness and perseverance of the sales rep, factors that can influence quota attainment in tech sales include: --> market demand --> sales cycle length --> sales training and enablement --> lead quality and quantity --> sales team culture and motivation I find this last one to be particularly interesting, because it is strongly related to the profile of the “ideal” sales reps you look for. I think if what's most relevant for you is how fast and how much they close, do they need little to no training etc, you will risk hiring people that: --> don’t care about helping their customers with a solution that really solves a problem for them --> would prioritize their needs rather than those of the team and of the company --> thinks they're smarter than anyone else- there’s nothing else for them to learn --> would leave you the second they get a role elsewhere that pays better This leads to a toxic work environment, where at least 2 things happen with a strong impact on your business: --> good sales people leaving for places where quality is appreciated --> clients leaving as they would not be happy with what they purchased and the CS is stuck with how to make the impossible-possible Follow me for more unpopular opinions! 😂 P.S : Your customers are only as happy as your employees are! #idealsalesprofile #happycustomers #salesjd #employeesatisfaction #salesrecruiting
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WE'RE HIRING [ B2B sales] (Responsibilities) 1. Prospecting and lead generation: Identify potential clients through research, referrals, cold calling, attending events, and utilizing online platforms. 2. Building and nurturing client relationships: Develop strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders within target companies. 3. Conducting sales presentations and product demonstrations: Strategically present your product or service offerings to potential clients. 4. Customizing sales proposals and contracts: Tailor sales proposals and contracts to the specific needs and requirements of the client. 5. Negotiating and closing deals: Engage in negotiations with clients, addressing concerns or objections and finding mutually beneficial terms. 6. Managing sales pipelines: Effectively manage your sales pipeline and opportunities, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of communication, sales progress, and next steps. 7. Collaborating with internal teams: Work closely with colleagues from various departments such as marketing, product development, and customer support to ensure seamless communication and alignment throughout the sales process. 8. Staying updated on industry trends: Proactively gather market and industry knowledge to stay informed about current trends, competitors, and customer needs. 9. Providing exceptional customer service: Maintain strong relationships with existing clients, address their concerns promptly, and exceed their expectations. #B2B_sales #hiring #jops #work #TIBI_TALENT
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Speed up your hiring without missing out on quality. Our blog shares key strategies to recruit top sales talent efficiently. Considering the average B2B sales rep's tenure is just two years, fast and effective hiring is crucial. Discover how to stay ahead in the competitive sales world. #salesrecruiting #hiring #peaksalesrecruiting
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Hiring sales talent is a challenge. Attracting the right candidates for your specific sales role is next to impossible, if you have not defined what the new hire must do well. I am not referring to a list of responsibilities and accountabilities. What skills do they need? 👉 Must they hunt for all new business or are you giving them accounts? 👉 Do they need to reach the C-Suite, not procurement? 👉 Is your offering premium, and the rep must sell value not price? This is just one of the secrets we share in our Sales Hiring Secrets program. If you are hiring salespeople the same way you hire everyone else in the company, it is unlikely you will hire top sales talent. Sales Hiring Secrets will give you the tools to integrate a simple new approach to hiring sales talent who will preform in the sales role you need to fill. You will learn all the secrets, and get the scripts and templates to attract, screen, interview, hire and retain top salespeople. It is a game changer. Get the info here: https://lnkd.in/eeDR9QVy
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WE'RE HIRING [ B2B sales] (Responsibilities) 1. Prospecting and lead generation: Identify potential clients through research, referrals, cold calling, attending events, and utilizing online platforms. 2. Building and nurturing client relationships: Develop strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders within target companies. 3. Conducting sales presentations and product demonstrations: Strategically present your product or service offerings to potential clients. 4. Customizing sales proposals and contracts: Tailor sales proposals and contracts to the specific needs and requirements of the client. 5. Negotiating and closing deals: Engage in negotiations with clients, addressing concerns or objections and finding mutually beneficial terms. 6. Managing sales pipelines: Effectively manage your sales pipeline and opportunities, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of communication, sales progress, and next steps. 7. Collaborating with internal teams: Work closely with colleagues from various departments such as marketing, product development, and customer support to ensure seamless communication and alignment throughout the sales process. 8. Staying updated on industry trends: Proactively gather market and industry knowledge to stay informed about current trends, competitors, and customer needs. 9. Providing exceptional customer service: Maintain strong relationships with existing clients, address their concerns promptly, and exceed their expectations. #B2B_sales #hiring #jops #work #TIBI_TALENT
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What is your actual sales cycle for net new deals? I've noticed a common misconception among hiring managers when it comes to sales cycles, especially when setting expectations for new Account Executives. It’s easy to assume that the timeline for closing deals will mirror what they’re used to—quick wins (relative) from referrals or inbound leads. But here’s the thing: there’s a world of difference between closing a deal with a warm lead and building trust with a net new client from scratch. When you're hiring an AE to bring in new business, you're asking them to do more than just close deals—they need to create opportunities. This takes time. Cold outreach, nurturing relationships, and understanding the unique needs of new prospects are all part of the equation. Expecting the same sales cycle as your inbound leads can lead to frustration and missed opportunities. Let's give our new hires the time they need to truly develop their pipeline, and recognize that the investment in building these relationships will pay off in the long run. Understanding the real sales cycle isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about setting realistic expectations and supporting your teams to succeed. #SalesCycle #Hiring #AccountExecutive #BusinessDevelopment #SalesLeadership
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