"Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In" by Roger Fisher, William Ury, and Bruce Patton is a seminal work in the field of negotiation that presents a principled approach to negotiation, emphasising collaboration and mutual benefit. Through this book, the authors offer a comprehensive framework for negotiating agreements that meet the interests of all parties involved, without resorting to adversarial tactics or compromising principles.
"Spin Selling" is a sales methodology developed by Neil Rackham in the 1980s. The methodology is based on extensive research into what distinguishes successful salespeople from less successful ones. Rackham and his team analysed over 35,000 sales calls across a wide range of industries and found that the most successful salespeople tended to ask more questions than their less successful counterparts.
"Selling to Big Companies" by Jill Konrath is a practical and insightful guide that equips sales professionals with the strategies and tactics needed to navigate the complex landscape of selling to large corporations. Published in 2005, the book draws on Konrath's extensive experience in sales and provides actionable advice for individuals looking to break into, or expand their success within, the corporate sales arena.
"Value-Added Selling: How to Sell More Profitably, Confidently, and Professionally by Competing on Value, Not Price" by Tom Reilly is a comprehensive guide that revolutionises traditional sales techniques by shifting the focus from price to value. Reilly argues that in today's competitive market, selling solely based on price is a losing proposition, and instead, sales professionals should concentrate on communicating and delivering unique value propositions to their customers. Through a combination of theory, practical examples, and actionable strategies, Reilly equips readers with the tools they need to become value-added sellers.
"Insight Selling: Surprising Research on What Sales Winners Do Differently" by Mike Schultz and John E. Doerr is a definitive guide that delves into the strategies and practices that set successful sales professionals apart. Published in 2014, the book is based on extensive research conducted by RAIN Group, a sales training and performance improvement company founded by Schultz and Doerr. Through their findings, the authors explore the concept of insight selling and provide actionable insights to help salespeople elevate their approach and achieve greater success in a competitive sales landscape.
"The Challenger Sale" by Brent Adamson and Matthew Dixon is a ground-breaking book that challenges traditional sales methods and offers a new approach to selling based on research of high-performing salespeople.