Excelerating Deals By Slowing Dow | Bob Spina - 1865

You want to move your deals through the pipeline, but you have no idea how to do it. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Bob Spina, a successful sales expert known for building and advising high-performing sales teams, on deal acceleration. Join us to hear his strategies on how to slow down and achieve greater success. Meet Bob Spina Bob is well-known for working with Gong and scaled it from under 21 million in revenue to the empire they are today. His focus lies in enhancing revenue processes and strategies, offering his expertise across various companies to drive successful outcomes.  Currently, Bob is dedicated to advising company leaders, sharing his deep knowledge of accelerating deals and navigating multi-stakeholder environments. The Importance of Focusing and Understanding the Industry We discuss the necessity for sales reps to go beyond tool training and understand the industry trends and challenges faced by their target markets.  Having business acumen and understanding what's on the minds of C-level executives gives salespeople a consultative edge, establishing credibility and accelerating deals. The Power of Relevance and Relationship Building Understanding your customer's industry and delivering relevant information can set you apart from competitors who rely on generic, automated messages.  Authenticity and personal experiences, not just AI, should be at the forefront of sales interactions. Multi-Channel Communication Utilizing a multi-channel approach is key to accelerating deals.  Bob shares the importance of connecting with prospects through a combination of LinkedIn, phone calls, emails, and personalized video messages. This approach helps in nurturing leads through the pipeline effectively. Sales Advice...