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Plan Grow Do The B2B Sales Agency creating confidence through process and structure to sell in a changed world.

๐™’๐™๐™ฎ ๐˜ฟ๐™ค ๐™’๐™š ๐˜ผ๐™ซ๐™ค๐™ž๐™™ ๐™ฉ๐™๐™š ๐˜ฝ๐™ช๐™™๐™œ๐™š๐™ฉ ๐˜พ๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™ซ๐™š๐™ง๐™จ๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ? In B2B sales, weโ€™ve all been there, dancing around the budget talk instead of a...
27/02/2025

๐™’๐™๐™ฎ ๐˜ฟ๐™ค ๐™’๐™š ๐˜ผ๐™ซ๐™ค๐™ž๐™™ ๐™ฉ๐™๐™š ๐˜ฝ๐™ช๐™™๐™œ๐™š๐™ฉ ๐˜พ๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™ซ๐™š๐™ง๐™จ๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ?

In B2B sales, weโ€™ve all been there, dancing around the budget talk instead of addressing it head-on.

Both sides know itโ€™s coming, yet it often feels like the elephant in the room. ๐Ÿ˜

But hereโ€™s the truth: discussing the budget upfront isnโ€™t just practical, itโ€™s ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ.

At Plan.Grow.Do., we advocate for the SPANCOP sales framework, where early budget discussions align expectations, qualify prospects, and streamline your sales funnel.

Letโ€™s break down why tackling budget early is a game-changer for your pipeline.

Learn more by reading our blog post ๐Ÿ‘‰ plangrowdo.com/b2b-selling/the-budget-talk-and-spancop/

25/02/2025

Struggling to convert prospects into paying customers? Here are three key reasons whyโ€ฆ

How effective is your sales pipeline management? If you think you should be converting more prospects, send us a message!

Get started today โžก๏ธ plangrowdo.com/sales-pipeline-management/

24/02/2025

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Lubricants, AI & The Next Generation of Talent ๐Ÿš€

Have you listened to our latest 'Beyond the Blend' episode?

Host Rob Taylor sits down with Richard Camper, President of ILMA & EVP of Hasco Oil, to explore:

๐ŸŒ The future of the lubricants industry & sustainability

๐Ÿค– AIโ€™s impact on buying decisions & business strategies

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Why the industry must rethink its image to attract top talent

๐Ÿ“ฒ How digitalisation is reshaping customer expectations

Donโ€™t miss this insightful conversation on leadership, innovation & the future of work in the lubricants sector!

๐ŸŽง Now playing on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐Ÿ”‰ https://open.spotify.com/episode/2fbjUhqfSA3HUZjSQvYwLY
๐Ÿ”‰ https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/richard-camper/id1782106682?i=1000693865309

20/02/2025

๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฑ๐—ผ ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐˜† ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—ฏ๐˜‚๐˜†๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†? ๐Ÿค”

With digital content, testimonials, and resources readily available, buyers are self-serving more than ever!

Phases of the traditional sales process and changing.

Buyers expect to buy in different ways than before.

The days of nurturing suspects into prospects face-to-face are gone.

This lead nurturing is now a digital journey. But that doesnโ€™t mean face-to-face selling is dead, itโ€™s just different.

Your real impact comes later in the process when buyers have already qualified you as a potential partner.

Have you experienced this in ? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

19/02/2025

๐Ÿš€ Busting B2B Sales Myths - One Episode at a Time! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ

We hear many misconceptions about sales in our work with B2B sales professionals.

In this short clip, we dispel one of the most common myths! ๐Ÿ’ก

Got a question about B2B sales? Drop it in the comments! ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ‘‡

Watch our YouTube Video 'Questions from the training room' โžก๏ธ www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eF4SpY4iFE

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Beyond The Blend: Stories That Drive the Lubricant IndustryJoin hosts Steve Knapp and Rob Taylor as they explore the ...
17/02/2025

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Beyond The Blend: Stories That Drive the Lubricant Industry

Join hosts Steve Knapp and Rob Taylor as they explore the personal and professional journeys of individuals in the lubricant sector. Beyond The Blend isnโ€™t just a podcast, itโ€™s a platform for authentic conversations about careers, challenges, and the successes that shape the industry.

๐Ÿ” What to Expect:
โœ… Inspiring career journeys & defining moments
โœ… Lessons learned through challenges
โœ… A closer look at the people behind the industry

Whether you're part of the sector or simply curious about its opportunities, these stories will educate, inspire, and connect.

๐ŸŽง Tune in now to hear the voices shaping the industry!

Available on Apple Podcasts & Spotify

https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/beyond-the-blend/id1782106682

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/plan-grow-do/episodes/Welcome-to-Beyond-The-Blend-e2ril28

With *63% of buyers active on LinkedIn in the evening, the way we engage in B2B sales needs to change. This stat isnโ€™t j...
14/02/2025

With *63% of buyers active on LinkedIn in the evening, the way we engage in B2B sales needs to change.

This stat isnโ€™t just interesting, itโ€™s pivotal for how sales and marketing teams should approach digital content.

๐Ÿ’ญ Buyers research on their own time โ€“ After the workday, theyโ€™re scrolling, learning, and evaluating potential suppliers.

๐Ÿ’ญ Traditional sales hours are no longer enough โ€“ If your content isnโ€™t visible when theyโ€™re looking, youโ€™re missing out.

๐Ÿ’ญ Educational content wins โ€“ Buyers want insights, solutions, and expertise, not just sales pitches.

๐Ÿ’ก The takeaway? A strong LinkedIn presence, with valuable content that educates and engages, puts you front and centre when buyers are making decisions. If youโ€™re not active online, you risk losing out to your competitors who are.

*Data from The Buyer Revolution Research.

Learn more by reading The Buyer Revolution status report ๐Ÿšจ - https://www.lube-media.com/digital-exclusive/the-buyer-revolution-status-report-how-the-research-impacts-you-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/

In the lubricants sector, where technical expertise and long-term relationships are key, buyers donโ€™t just want a suppli...
12/02/2025

In the lubricants sector, where technical expertise and long-term relationships are key, buyers donโ€™t just want a supplier, they want a trusted partner who adds value from day one.

๐Ÿ“Œ 74% of B2B buyers research extensively before talking to sales.

๐Ÿ“Œ They expect insights and expertise, not just product specs.

๐Ÿ“Œ They want salespeople who understand their challenges before the first conversation.

๐Ÿš€ To stay ahead:

โœ”๏ธ Research your prospects before reaching out.

โœ”๏ธ Lead with insights, not just features.

โœ”๏ธ Focus on building relationships, not just closing deals.

Are you selling the way todayโ€™s buyers want to buy?

Letโ€™s discuss, how has your sales approach evolved? Drop your thoughts below! ๐Ÿ‘‡

10/02/2025

New Beyond the Blend Episode โ€“ Featuring Sophie Wand! ๐Ÿš€

In this episode, Steve Knapp chats with Sophie Wand, Sales & Marketing Advisor at Shell, about her journey from a graduate program to a key role in one of the world's largest energy companies.

Sophie Wandโ€™s journey highlights resilience, adaptability, and seizing opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry.

Key features:
Balancing Sales & Marketing โ€“ Managing a sales territory while shaping Shellโ€™s marketing strategy.
Championing Diversity โ€“ Advocating for female leadership in male-dominated sectors.
Driving Energy Transition โ€“ Committed to climate solutions and making an impact.
Building Confidence โ€“ Sharing insights on stepping up and leading in customer-facing roles.
Future Goals โ€“ Exploring opportunities in e-mobility, social investment, and global energy transition.

This episode is a must-listen for those shaping sales, energy, and leadership careers! ๐Ÿš€

*All content, views and opinions Sophie expresses belong solely to her and do not reflect or represent Shell plc.

Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ๐ŸŽง

https://open.spotify.com/episode/579Vekn5dJrhEE3B6Y2ChV

https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/sophie-wand/id1782106682?i=1000689184418

For those who don't already know, SPANCOP is a game-changing 7-stage sales methodology designed to simplify your B2B sal...
07/02/2025

For those who don't already know, SPANCOP is a game-changing 7-stage sales methodology designed to simplify your B2B sales process and drive results!

From identifying leads to securing payments, SPANCOP provides structure at every stage of your B2B sales pipeline:
1๏ธโƒฃ Suspect: Identify leads
2๏ธโƒฃ Prospect: Qualify leads
3๏ธโƒฃ Approach: Tailor outreach
4๏ธโƒฃ Negotiate: Address objections
5๏ธโƒฃ Close: Finalise deals
6๏ธโƒฃ Order: Process efficiently
7๏ธโƒฃ Payment: Complete the cycle

Discover how SPANCOP can boost lead conversion, improve team alignment, and create scalable success in your sales strategy.

Learn more in our blog post ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://plangrowdo.com/b2b-sales-process/spancops-impact-on-sales/

The lubricant sector is a vital yet often misunderstood part of the oil and gas industry ๐Ÿ›ข๏ธWhile lubricants work behind ...
06/02/2025

The lubricant sector is a vital yet often misunderstood part of the oil and gas industry ๐Ÿ›ข๏ธ

While lubricants work behind the scenes, their role in keeping machinery, vehicles, and equipment running smoothly is indispensable.

As industries move toward sustainability, the lubricant sector is innovating with eco-friendly formulations, extending product life cycles, and boosting efficiency to reduce waste and emissions. But reshaping the industry's image requires more than innovation, it demands proactive storytelling.

To inspire change, Lubricant businesses must:

โœ… Highlight how their lubricants improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

โœ… Communicate their sustainability efforts to bridge perception gaps.

โœ… Attract talent to the business by showcasing opportunities for positive environmental contributions.

The lubricant industry is evolving, proving even traditional sectors can drive sustainability forward.

Letโ€™s continue telling this story.

Want to have your say in the lubricants industry? Get involved with our buyer revolution surveys!

Learn more at https://plangrowdo.com/buyer-revolution/why-we-need-to-tell-a-better-story/

04/02/2025

In this week's episode of Beyond the Blend, we sit down with James Moorhouse, Director at ABN Resource Ltd, to uncover his inspiring journey from starting on a recruitment agency floor in Leeds to becoming a leading voice in lubricants talent management.

James shares how heโ€™s reshaping recruitment practices and raising the profile of the lubricants industry with candour and insight.

This episode is packed with valuable takeaways for anyone in the lubricants supply chain:
๐Ÿ’ก How to attract and retain top talent
๐Ÿ’ก Adapting to new market demands
๐Ÿ’ก Building a better work-life balance

If you're a business leader, recruiter, or aspiring professional, this conversation will leave you inspired.

๐ŸŽง Tune in now on Spotify and Apple podcasts.

โ–ถ๏ธ https://open.spotify.com/episode/2aF2FZKljuQ164ykpNK3Vy

โ–ถ๏ธ https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/james-moorhouse/id1782106682?i=1000684947446

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