• Selling Tech and CRM in the 2020’s: Beyond Features and Functions - The 70% Rule

  • Written by: James R. Stafford
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Selling Tech and CRM in the 2020’s: Beyond Features and Functions - The 70% Rule

Written by: James R. Stafford
  • Summary

  • Are you a sales rep stuck in the ”logic trap”? Do you excel at pitching features and functionalities but deals still fall through? This podcast series dives deep into the emotional and persuasion-backed skills needed take your tech and CRM performance to the next level. Host and sales veteran Jim Stafford reveals the secret sauce to success: mastering the art of building relationships and understanding customer needs. Here’s what you’ll learn: - The science behind emotional buying decisions (70% emotion, 30% logic!). - Proven techniques to connect with prospects on a deeper level. - How to build trust and establish yourself as an authority. The secrets to co-creating value and forging long-term client relationships. This show is for you if: - You feel stuck in traditional sales tactics. - You want to break through plateaus and achieve unprecedented success. - You’re ready to transform your sales game and enter a new era of consultative mastery. Join me as we explore the art and science of selling CRM in a world that’s forever changed. Available on Amazon - ”Selling Tech/CRM: It’s What’s Below the Tip of the Iceberg That Matters Most”
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Episodes
  • You're in B2H Sales, Not B2B
    Jan 17 2025

    This excerpt outlines a new sales methodology book focused on Business to Human (B2H) selling, arguing that traditional B2B approaches are insufficient. The book emphasizes emotional intelligence (EI) and persuasion, incorporating the ENGAGE framework (Emotion, Nurture, Goals Understanding, Authenticity, Guided Journey, Expertise). It combines established sales techniques with cutting-edge research, particularly from AI-powered chat platforms, to offer a practical guide for improving CRM sales. The author structures the book to build a strong foundation in EI and sales principles before introducing the ENGAGE methodology. The book aims to help sales professionals achieve mutual success with their clients by understanding and adapting to the customer's buying journey.

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    20 mins
  • CHAPTER 4 – APPLYING THE ART OF SELLING TO THE CRM BUYERS JOURNEY
    Dec 18 2024

    Journey into the dynamic world of CRM sales cycles in Chapter 4, where we decode the crucial paths customers take from initial interest to lasting partnership! This eye-opening chapter breaks down the distinct emotional and persuasion-based approaches needed for both seller-initiated and buyer-initiated journeys, revealing how to excel in each stage of their journey. You'll discover how to masterfully guide prospects when you're at the helm, and how to skillfully integrate into a journey already in motion when buyers take the lead.

    But we don't stop at the sale – dive deep into the critical post-sales customer journey, where the real magic of CRM relationships unfolds. Learn how these initial touchpoints evolve into long-term partnerships that drive mutual success. This chapter provides the roadmap for navigating each unique path while building lasting customer relationships that extend far beyond the initial purchase.

    Ready to master the art of meeting your customers exactly where they are in their journey, whether you initiated the conversation or they came to you?

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    9 mins
  • CHAPTER 3 - PERSUASION FOUNDATIONS OF SELLING CRM
    Dec 18 2024

    Unlock the powerful psychological principles that drive successful CRM sales in this compelling Chapter 3! Here, we dive into the fascinating science of influence and persuasion, revealing time-tested triggers that shape human decision-making. Learn how the magnetic pull of reciprocity creates natural opportunities for meaningful connections, while understanding the delicate balance of leveraging scarcity without pressure tactics.

    Discover how to authentically establish authority and expertise in a world where credibility is currency. We explore the psychological comfort of consistency and the remarkable impact of social proof in the CRM buying journey. This chapter transforms abstract psychological concepts into practical, ethical selling strategies that resonate with modern buyers.

    Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or new to CRM sales, these fundamental principles of persuasion will revolutionize your approach to customer relationships and deal closure. Ready to master the psychology that powers exceptional sales performance?

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    7 mins

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