In its simplest sense, cold-calling is reaching out to someone by phone who may not know who you are. Is it still relevant in today’s sales world? According to Kristie Jones, yes, cold-calling still has a place. It still gives you the ability to create a human connection. But how do you master cold-calling? Kristie shares the art and science of cold-calling to kick off our newest series.
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Until you meet someone, the only thing(s) you have to go off of is what you’ve learned about them online. When you create a LinkedIn profile, it’s indexed by search engines. It’s usually the first result when you Google someone’s name. It’s also a great place to learn about someone. You want your profile to give them the right information. Learn how to leverage your LinkedIn profile as a pre-sales tool in this episode of Sales Reinvented with special guest Mark White.
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LinkedIn is a professional site built for business and networking—why not make it the best you can? Optimizing your profile photo, banner, and headline is a great place to start. But what can you do to make yourself sellable? How can you adjust things so that LinkedIn (and search engines ) prioritize you in search results? Kevin Turner shares some incredible tips in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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Everyone needs a LinkedIn profile. Why? People want to assess whether or not they can like you. They want to determine if you’re credible and trustworthy. Most people want to do this before meeting you or having a conversation so they don’t feel like they’re wasting their time. You have to show up in service to your prospects. How? Karen Tisdell shares her process in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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When someone searches for your name in Google, LinkedIn is usually the first result. Take advantage of that opportunity. If you don’t provide someone with a great LinkedIn profile, why would they waste their time on you?
Angela Dunz primarily works with attorneys. And according to the research, 94% of people look at an attorney’s LinkedIn profile before their website. Learn how to make good use of that real estate in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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How do you want the reader to feel once they’ve looked over your profile? What action are you hoping they’ll take? Writing for the reader is essential because it dictates what happens next. When someone feels like you’ve built trust, they’re more likely to take the next step. Leslie shares how to write your LinkedIn profile for your prospects in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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70–80% of the time you Google someone, their LinkedIn profile will show up on the first page of results. And people are 2x more likely to believe what’s on LinkedIn than anyplace else. A stellar profile is absolutely essential, regardless of industry. So how do you tell your professional story on LinkedIn in a way that speaks to your ideal client? Rhonda Sher shares some great ideas in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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If you want to gain visibility, authority, and generate leads that create revenue, a compelling LinkedIn profile is highly encouraged. Sheral DeVaughn is also a fan of leveraging video whenever possible. She shares why it’s important to get your face on camera—and how it helps you connect with potential clients—in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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Commitment to creating content consistently is key when it comes to a LinkedIn profile that sells. Those who successfully build followings share original and compelling content with a unique point of view. Andy shares how he built a following of over 150,000 people in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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If you don’t have a compelling LinkedIn profile, It’s almost like you don’t exist. But how much work do you have to put into creating a compelling profile? Does it require significant time and money? According to Beth Granger, some simple tweaks to your LinkedIn profile might make all the difference. Learn more in episode #389 of Sales Reinvented.
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The first place people meet you for the first time is on LinkedIn. Why wouldn’t you take the time to make sure your profile reflects what you want your prospects and customers to see? Your online profile is your online appearance. Ultimately, it’s about you but not for you. Learn what Ryan Rhoten means in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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15 years ago people made connections via industry events, cold calling, and emails. They had limited access to information. That’s just how it was. But the world has changed. We are firmly in the digital age.
More buyers are researching online before speaking to someone in sales. LinkedIn, as of 2024, has over 1 billion users worldwide (38 million in the UK). That’s half of the population of the UK.
92% of buyers want to buy from a salesperson known as a thought leader. Use LinkedIn to showcase your skills and build your personal brand. It is the first way to build a connection and demonstrate authority and credibility in the field.
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If someone wants to buy something sizable, they want to find the best person to help them. Most people turn to Google for answers. The top search result for someone’s name is usually their LinkedIn profile. That’s where people start. And if they know the product or service they need, people will go to LinkedIn to see who’s available, usually starting with their network.
So your LinkedIn profile needs to be set apart from the rest. But the people in your network are looking for far more than a well-constructed profile. They want you to add value to their lives. When you approach someone with genuine interest and care about their outcomes, you’ll see success on LinkedIn. But don’t take my word for it—listen to this episode with Perry van Beek to learn more.
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A compelling LinkedIn profile is essential. But why? Everyone in sales has a business card. It can only do so much as an introduction. LinkedIn allows you to sell yourself in addition to selling your product or services. To do that impactfully, your LinkedIn profile needs to answer 3 questions. Deanna Russo shares what they are in this episode of Sales Reinvented!
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When someone meets you for the first time, one of the first things they do is Google you. One of the first search results is usually your LinkedIn profile. Your LinkedIn profile is your personal marketing landing page. It tells your brand story. So how do you make it tell the story you want to tell? Shane Gibson shares how to do that the right way in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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The Voice of the B2B Buyer Study surveyed over 1,000 decision-makers and found that 63% of them will search for a salesperson online before they ever take a call or meet with them. You never get a second chance to make a first impression.
Only 1 in 4 people view salespeople as credible. You start every relationship from a place of weakness—unless your LinkedIn profile can get you on an equal playing field. Your LinkedIn profile can be the key to building credibility. C. Lee Smith shares how to do that in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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Everyone needs a compelling LinkedIn profile. Why? So people can see who you are, what you represent, and what you’re all about. Your personal profile acts like a mini website for your company. What does your company’s website show on page one? Who they help, how they help, and the business problem they solve. Speak to your customer in the same way. Mario Martinez Jr. shares his successful LinkedIn formula in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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Your LinkedIn profile needs to be compelling—it’s your face to the world, after all. Joanne believes that to be compelling, you have to share who you are, what got you where you are, and why you do what you do.
LinkedIn can be a great way for someone to get to know the person behind the words. People do business with people. That’s why your personality needs to show. She shares why you can’t be afraid to tell your story on LinkedIn in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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When someone Googles your name, LinkedIn is usually the first search result. That’s why you need a compelling LinkedIn profile that’s up-to-date and builds your personal brand. You get to determine how you want to be viewed. Nick Kane shares some key ways you can do that in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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No one takes a meeting without checking someone out. When they Google your name, the first result is usually LinkedIn. According to Mark Hunter, your reputation arrives before you do. So how do you make the best first impression? A LinkedIn profile that sells. He shares how to carefully craft your profile in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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Your LinkedIn profile is your landing page. You want to attract, teach, and engage your buyers. It’s your opportunity to earn the right to the conversation. People vet you by looking at your profile. A compelling profile earns you the right to the call. But if your profile doesn’t tell the right story, it isn’t working for you. Brynne Tillman shares how you can transform your LinkedIn profile in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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LinkedIn is your business card on steroids. Profiles used to be stripped-down resumes. They focused on personal accomplishments. Instead, your profile needs to become a story of who you help and how you help them.
With 308 areas and settings on a LinkedIn profile that you can tweak, there are hundreds of ways to make improvements. Chuck Shaver would focus on optimizing your SEO, upgrading your visual appeal, and filling your profile with story-based information to draw people in. How does he do it? Learn more in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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There’s no question that LinkedIn has become a valuable tool for salespeople to build their brands. But how do you find the right glance of professionalism and vulnerability? How do you allow your personality to shine and remain authentic while still building your business? Sandra Long shares her professional opinion in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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Andrew Jenkins offers LinkedIn and social selling training. During training, he advises participants to look at their time on LinkedIn from two perspectives.
You need your profile to convey who you are, what you do, and how you help. You need to make sure your profile is supporting your efforts.
But it isn’t just about your profile. People see success when they engage in conversation. So how do you build a compelling profile and drive people to it? Andrew shares his tactics in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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According to Elinor Stutz, LinkedIn has become the premier business platform. And a compelling LinkedIn profile will attract people interested in you and your work. If you offer excellent content, opportunities will arise that wouldn’t have otherwise. Elinor shares how she leverages LinkedIn to build opportunities in this episode of Sales Reinvented.
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