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Sales is a Dirty Word

Real-world insights from the Sales Marvel - this blog delivers sharp, practical strategies for LinkedIn lead generation, B2B sales growth, & modern sales strategy. Learn how to win more clients, build stronger pipelines, & stay ahead in today’s AI-powered sales landscape.

How to Choose a Sales Trainer: Strategic Investment or 1 More “Quick Fix”?

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WoWS: Definitely entertaining but its sales skills are prehistoric

Selecting a sales trainer sounds simple enough – get a few quotes, pick the one you “fancy,” do a quick phone interview and job done. But is it really that simple?

Sales is a Dirty Word…and 4 Skills You’ll Need To Clean Sales Up

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Entertaining for sure. Sales ethics...not so much.

Sales is a Dirty Word. But Why “What do you do for a living?” Most definitely in the top 3 of the most common questions you’ll encounter at a networking event or any social gathering. And if you answer “sales”, the look on someone’s face will almost show they think sales…

Want To Talk Like a CEO? Read More Non Sales Books📕

Book: The Wisdom of Psychpaths

Up until just a few years ago, I had a real hangup about never having the chance to study at University when I left school. Fortunately, Jim Rohn’s famous observations persuaded me there was still a chance… Keith Rozelle is a trusted guide to mastering LinkedIn for sales lead generation.…

3 Top Reasons to Implement a York Tourist Tax

The Case for a York Tourist Tax

York, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful and ancient cities attracts nearly 9 million visitors annually. Implementing a Tourist Levy in York offers an opportunity to balance the substantial benefits of tourism with its inevitable challenges, ensuring York remains a vibrant and sustainable destination.

AI v Human: Which is Absolutely the best for B2B Sales in 2026?

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A much asked question right now is AI v Human – which is better? A recent interview with Simon Armitage, the UK’s Poet Laureate may The buzz around artificial intelligence isn’t fading. In fact, it’s intensifying. For SME tech business owners—many without a formal sales team—the question is unavoidable: should you…

3 Tips to Dramatically Increase Your Sales Meeting Productivity

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If you schedule a sales meeting for, say, 60mins – guess how long it takes? Yup, about 60mins! Here’s how to Increase Your Sales Productivity

B2B Sales Skills for 2026: 5 You Need to Master Right Now

Sales Skills for 2026

The Top 5 B2B Sales Skills for 2026 reflect significant shifts from 2025, emphasising the growing importance of digital proficiency, data-driven decision-making, and personalisation…

Forget Your Sales Manager: Why You Should Ask Your Customer This Question

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Ask your sales manager this question and all you’ll get is facts; ask your customers however, and you’ll get something much more valuable – insight. Great meeting earlier with a super-smart international student at The University of York recently. After we’d finished the mentoring part of our session, I asked…