"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.
"ROI Selling: Increasing Revenue, Profit, and Customer Loyalty through the 360 Sales Cycle" by Michael J. Nick and Kurt Koenig is a comprehensive guide that introduces the concept of Return on Investment (ROI) selling and provides a structured approach for sales professionals to effectively quantify and communicate the financial benefits of their products or services to customers. Through a combination of theory, real-world examples, and practical tools, Nick and Koenig equip readers with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the sales process and drive successful outcomes by focusing on ROI.
"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.
"The Art of Closing the Sale" by Brian Tracy is a classic guide to the art of selling. The book offers a comprehensive framework for the sales process, from prospecting and qualifying leads to closing the sale and following up with customers.
"High-Profit Prospecting: Powerful Strategies to Find the Best Leads and Drive Breakthrough Sales Results" by Mark Hunter is a compelling guide that delves into the art and science of prospecting to enhance sales performance and drive profitability. Published in 2016, Hunter, known as "The Sales Hunter," leverages his extensive experience in sales to provide actionable insights and strategies for sales professionals seeking to optimise their prospecting efforts.