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Mastering Carefrontation: Avoiding the Pitfall of Brutal Honesty
When it comes to Carefrontation, being honest and direct is essential, but there’s a fine line between candor and cruelty. One of the most common pitfalls sales professionals encounter is mistaking Carefrontation for brutal honesty. In the rush to provide feedback or challenge ideas, it can be easy to come off as overly…
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Coming Soon: Single Sign-On Instructions
Log in instructions for SSO Users Reminder: these steps apply for users whose company has enabled SSO. A. If you are a net new Ascender user: Click Get Started with Ascender in your welcome email You will be redirected to Ascender to complete onboarding and your SSO will be automatically configured. The next time you log…
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Driving Value in a Selective Market
Navigating today’s cautious spending environment requires a sharp focus on cost efficiency and clear value delivery. While some budgets are set to grow, decision-makers are prioritizing ROI from prior investments, making every deal more scrutinized. This puts added pressure on us to highlight not only how our solutions…
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What exactly is Carefrontation?
Carefrontation isn’t just about how we communicate. It’s about the mindset we bring to every interaction. At its core, it’s a commitment to balance honesty with care, challenge with support, and results with relationships. This approach isn’t confined to leadership roles; it’s a shared responsibility for everyone in an…
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Leading with Empathy
Empathy isn’t just a buzzword. It’s the foundation for building a strong, successful sales culture. At every level of a business, leading with empathy creates an environment where trust, collaboration, and growth thrive. It’s about understanding the pressures and challenges that others face, whether it’s your team juggling…
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MEDDICC Pipeline Diagnostic
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The Key to Confidence Under Pressure
As the saying goes, “The difference between stress and pressure is preparedness.” Stress can be paralyzing. It comes when you’re caught off guard or scrambling to react. On the other hand, pressure can be energizing when you’re ready for it, like the comforting weight of a well-placed challenge. Think of it as a weighted…
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Personalization at Scale: Meeting Rising Customer Expectations
I’ve seen firsthand how much personalization influences the buying journey. Today’s customers expect tailored experiences that align with their specific needs, goals, and pain points. With advanced data integration and analytics, we have the tools to meet these expectations, but leveraging them effectively is key. By…
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New to Ascender, not to Sales
Hello All, My name is Nick Vassel and I have been in sales for over 20 years. I have always been a very hard worker but have recently seen the value in working smarter! I look forward to learning tips and knowledge about how to become a better salesperson. Talk to you all soon! NV
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Encouraging a Growth Mindset
It’s easy to get caught up in chasing results and forget the journey that gets us there. But when we focus only on outcomes, we miss a crucial opportunity to foster growth, both in ourselves and in those around us. Encouraging a growth mindset means embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, and constantly seeking…
