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  • How to Crush Sales Hurdles:

    Build, Manage & Grow Effective Sales Teams

    Facts, research and compelling reasons to implement an Adaptive Selling strategy.

    Lessons Learned from the Failure of Sales 2.0

    ☞ Learning #1: Sales (revenue generation) is THE LIFEBLOOD of every company. It is the engine and fuel.

    ☞ Learning #2: Many B2B companies fail because their leadership has not prioritized this critical function.

    ☞ Learning #3: Debt and investment money are neither organic nor enduring growth strategies.

    ☞ Learning #4: Until recently, technology has (ironically) atrophied sales effectiveness.

    ☞ Learning #5: Many B2B organizations have developed an unconscious (collective) "anti-sales" mindset.

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    Let's get real, prior to the pandemic, sales teams were riding the gravy train. Selling conditions were, for the most part, not that challenging. More accurately, few business-to-business offerings required true selling skills.

    Sales teams were/have been (mostly) filled with glorified order takers and many "Leaders", continue to accept mediocrity, in an attempt to avoid being "salesy"... whatever that means.

    Despite that, during this period, sales effectiveness numbers tracked a 50%+ failure rate for "modern" sales teams (e.g. 5+ out of 10 reps never met their expected sales production numbers).

    During the pandemic, B2B sales teams were forced to further integrate digital technologies into their sales processes. As Virtual Selling gained traction, sales under-performance got worse. The result: Sales Technology has atrophied many sales team's priorities, skills, mindsets and, ultimately, their results.

    AND NOW, enter the current economic conditions.

    Inflation, increased interest rates, supply chain issues, quiet quitters, rising wages, artificial intelligence… these are but a few of the many challenging conditions organizing on the horizon.

    The main question Sales Leaders absolutely need the answer to is: Can (or better yet, will) your Sales Team "weather the storm"?

    Will they survive?

    OR, Will they thrive?

  • 2024 B2B Sales Research

    Facts and figures from the latest research...

    Sales Activity

    The average sales professional spends less than 30% of their time actually selling.

    Sales Behavior

    Nearly 60% of salespeople say prospecting is the most difficult part of selling.

    Sales Prospecting

    In B2B sales, it takes an average of 18 attempts (calls, emails, texts or social messaging) to reach a buyer.

    Sales Training

    It is estimated that sales reps spend 11 hours per week searching for training information.

    Sales Hiring & Onboarding

    Over half of sales reps quit their jobs if they do not have a good training or onboarding experience.

    B2B Buyers & Why They Buy

    84% of B2B buyers choose a vendor who clearly understands their business goals.

  • Why You Need to Be Adaptive (Even If You Think You Don't)

    Sales Leaders confess that they are still struggling to get Virtual Selling to work for them; companies that relied on face-to-face interactions for sales activity (lead generation, prospecting, selling, and support) now have heightened operational complexities and deteriorating performance challenges.

     

    Consider your business: does your momentum seem to have stalled?

     

    Be honest. Do you feel like your company is going backwards or treading water rather than experiencing growth?

     

    For “some reason”, are you unable to make it past that next million-dollar mark?

     

    Aside from your capabilities as a leader, the next most likely stumbling block is your sales team.

     

    The currently accepted model of encouraging sales people to wander the technocratic wasteland while "digitally chasing" dead opportunities is probably causing your people to fail repeatedly.

     

    As a result, your reps are likely telling themselves untruths about how buyers “misbehave” and the industry is "not doing any business right now." or the most famous of them all: "Cold calling is dead".

     

    Specifically, your business is hemorrhaging leads, market share, and revenue.

     

    As a result, these distorted narratives lead to under-performance and ultimately, sales failure.

     

    Well, "that’s sales", you may say. "Sales reps have always operated this way."

     

    Not necessarily true.

     

    What if, instead of being out on an island, all by themselves, your reps worked cohesively, together, as a high-performance remote sales team?

     

    How would that look?

     

    How would that work?

     

    Successful Sales Teams Depend On Adaptive Selling

    Imagine sitting at your desk on Monday morning, knowing your sales team already has a list of hot leads to work on. Each of your reps is an expert in one specialty area of sales (or marketing), and they work as a team to close deals together.

    Multiple salespeople are engaged with team-selected prospects and work together to qualify and convert them to paying customers. Communication among team members accurately reflects the conversations your reps are actually having with leads and prospects.

     

    Every well-qualified prospective client is receiving timely attention from the team, and lead generation never stops. The data in your CRM is accurate, complete and up-to-date, and teammates use it to guide their actions.

     

    There is a built-in system of accountability: the sales team meets regularly to plan, get help, report progress, make adjustments and review goals and results. Everyone is dedicated to being the best salesperson they can be, and self-improvement is built into your team’s day — no additional development budget necessary.

     

    This isn’t a typical sales force; this is a portrait of a high-performance sales team, one made possible by a revolutionary idea: Adaptive Selling.

     

    It means that each new sales opportunity belongs to the team, not to an individual rep.

     

    It means that each salesperson is working in a role that plays to their inherent strengths.

     

    Working as a connected, remote team increases engagement for your reps, while bringing down turnover.

     

    Because it is adaptive, your sales force can adjust to change quickly. And because both group and individual accountability are essential parts of Adaptive Selling, your entire sales force becomes a high-performance sales organization.

     

    Adaptive Selling Defined

    Adaptive Selling is a sales process in which sales teams adjust their strategies and techniques based on the specific conditions, needs, and behaviors of prospective customers.

     

    It involves being nimble and responsive to each customer's unique preferences, concerns, and buying motivations.

     

    This approach requires sales personnel to proactively listen, understand, and adapt their sales actions to better connect with customers and ultimately increase their win percentage.

     

    Adaptive Selling aims to create a more personalized and customer-centric sales experience, leading to improved relationships with clients and higher success rates in closing deals.

  • FAQs

    Here's a collection of Frequently Asked Questions regarding our Sales Strategies, Services and Expertise.

    What is Adaptive Selling?

    Adaptive Selling is a flexible, results-driven framework that evolves your sales strategy, tactics, and tools to meet your unique business needs, ensuring consistent growth.

    What is the Adaptive Selling Framework offered by Grow Sales?

    The Adaptive Selling Framework is a unique and powerful toolset designed to help clients achieve their revenue objectives efficiently and effectively. It is based on the Agile/Lean movement and has been fine-tuned over nearly a decade of implementation with various clients.

    How does Adaptive Selling work?

    It uses an iterative process rooted in Agile/Lean principles, optimizing your sales operations through cycles of design, implementation, and refinement for maximum efficiency.

    What are the benefits of Adaptive Selling?

    It drives revenue growth, improves team performance, and aligns your sales process with market demands, delivering measurable results quickly.

    How long does it take to implement Adaptive Selling?

    Implementation typically takes 6-12 weeks, depending on your team’s size and current sales processes, with ongoing cycles for continuous improvement.

    Who is Adaptive Selling for?

    It’s ideal for B2B companies, sales leaders, and teams looking to scale efficiently, especially those facing inconsistent results or market shifts.

    How long will it take to get my Sales Organization on track?

    That depends on the scope of the project and how quickly you move to implement our recommendations. We are a "done-with-you" service. We do NOT come in and takeover your sales team. We teach you (and your Key Personnel) "how to fish". We work next to you to run and optimize the Framework.

    How does Adaptive Selling differ from traditional sales methods?

    The initial evaluation helps you answer critical questions like...

    • Is our current strategy working?
    • Do our tools help or hinder us?
    • How can we be more effective?
    • Which sales personnel will be a part of your future?
    • How prepared are they for the challenges ahead?
    • How much and what type of help do they need?
    • How receptive (trainable and coachable) are they?
    • How long will it take to get back on target?

    Why is Adaptive Selling better than other selling strategies?

    There is NOTHING new under the sun. What makes Adaptive Selling "better" is the combination, structure and sequence of strategies, tactics and principles. The Framework adapts to the Sales Organization's current situation, moving it forward efficiently and effectively.

    What kind of results can I expect from Adaptive Selling?

    Clients often see a 20-30% increase in revenue within the first 6 months, alongside improved close rates and team productivity, as the framework aligns strategies with real-time market needs.

    What areas does Grow Sales specialize in when advising Sales Leaders?

     Grow Sales specializes in Sales Effectiveness, Sales Operations, and Sales Hiring. They work with clients to evaluate, recommend, install, optimize, and scale highly effective sales teams across different industries.

    Why should I listen to Grow Sales?

    If you aren't ready to improve your sales organization wholeheartedly, you shouldn't. If you are committed to building an elite sales engine, we may be able to assist you. Over the years, we've built scores of quota-busting sales teams, hired hundreds of top 3% sales reps (and support personnel) and helped Sales Leaders "own" their company's ability to consistently grow sales.

    What will an Adaptive Selling Dynamics Evaluation tell me?

    The initial evaluation helps you answer critical questions like...

    • Is our current strategy working?
    • Do our tools help or hinder us?
    • How can we be more effective?
    • Which sales personnel will be a part of your future?
    • How prepared are they for the challenges ahead?
    • How much and what type of help do they need?
    • How receptive (trainable and coachable) are they?
    • How long will it take to get back on target?

    Can Adaptive Selling integrate with my existing sales tools?

    Yes, the framework is designed to seamlessly integrate with your current tech stack, like CRMs and analytics tools, enhancing their effectiveness without requiring a complete overhaul.

    What industries benefit most from Adaptive Selling?

    It’s highly effective for industries with complex sales cycles, such as SaaS, logistics, manufacturing, and professional services, where flexibility and precision are key to driving revenue.

    How do I know if Adaptive Selling is right for my team?

    If your team struggles with inconsistent sales, high turnover, or outdated strategies, Adaptive Selling can help by providing a tailored, scalable solution to boost performance.

  • Ready To Have A Conversation?

    Whether you've ever considered evaluating your sales organization or are currently attempting to implement another strategy, the Adaptive Selling Framework offers a comprehensive solution to overcome the majority of modern selling's shortcomings.

     

    Get started by learning more.

     

    During this complimentary (free) conversation, you will gain useful information. We'll provide you with actionable information to help your sales team consistently succeed.

    YES. LET'S TALK

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