
The Sales Scoop is a weekly live show for technology business founders who want to accelerate sales.
We tackle the hottest topics in technology sales, and bring you the shiniest pearls of wisdom from highly experienced sellers.
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Self-Service vs Sales Teams: Which is Better for B2B?
Enabling B2B buyer self-service increases lead quality, and reduces cost of sale. But it can't cover all the bases — sales teams will always be needed for complex, and enterprise, sales. 'Self-Service vs Sales Teams: Which is Better for B2B?' was recorded on Tue 7th May 2024.

Complex Buying Groups: Covering All The Bases
Complex B2B buying groups contain a greater number of stakeholders, and decision-makers. How do you address such a wide range of needs, and preferences? ‘Complex Buying the Groups: Covering All The Bases’ was recorded on Tue 22nd April 2024.

Fine-Tune Your B2B Sales Funnel: Power Up Lead Gen
Fine-tuning your B2B sales funnel can double the power of your lead gen engine. In this episode we share the science (and evidence) behind the magic, using a complex, multi-channel funnel example. ‘Fine-Tune Your B2B Sales Funnel: Power Up Lead Gen’ was recorded on Tue 9th Apr 2024 at 0700 ET / 1200 UK / 1300 CET.

Improve Your Deal Closing: 4x Your Win Rate
Improving your approach to deal closing can increase win rates by 4X. In this episode we share their experiences, and best practice, in this critical area of sales. ‘Improve Your Deal Closing: 4x Your Win Rate’ was recorded on Tue 19th Mar 2024 at 0700 ET / 1200 UK / 1300 CET.

Selling Into Enterprise: 5 Golden Rules for Startups
Selling into enterprise is hard — long sales cycles, large buying groups, and complex decision-making processes. In this episode we work through the 5 golden rules startups should follow if they want to be successful selling into enterprises. ‘Selling Into Enterprise: 5 Golden Rules for Startups’ was recorded on Tue 5th Mar 2024 at 0700 ET / 1200 UK / 1300 CET.

Unpacking the Sales Process: A Blueprint for Startups
Startups can accelerate sales by improving their process. In this episode we break down the key stages, and share the blueprint for startup sales success. Identifying where your process could be improved, can help speed up the sales cycle. ‘Unpacking the Sales Process: A Blueprint for Startups’ was recorded on Tue 20th Feb 2024 at 0700 ET / 1200 UK / 1300 CET.

Sales Playbook 2024: What Are the Essentials for Startups?
We see startups accelerate their sales when they have a contemporary, and dynamic playbook at their core. In this episode we unpack what your Sales Playbook should look like in 2024. And how you should be using it to accelerate lead generation, deal closing, and customer success. Recorded on Tue 30th Jan at 0700 ET / 1200 UK / 1300 CET.

Talent Strategy For Startups: Finding & Keeping The Best People
You can only grow your startup once you've got the right people – and the race for top startup talent in 2024 will be more competitive than ever. What should founders & senior leaders be doing to improve their talent game as they grow this year? Listen to us in conversation with Louisa Maglieri - Talent Acquisition Specialist for Startups.

7 Ways AI Can Accelerate Sales in 2024
We use AI across all areas of sales, every day, to simplify how we sell. Watch this recording and learn how we're using it to accelerate sales. Make it work for you, and speed up your startup. In this end-of-year finale, we share 7 powerful ways you can use it to accelerate your sales. Recorded on Tue 19th Dec at 0700 ET / 1200 UK / 1300 CET.

Sales Playbook 2024: What Are the Essentials for Startups?
Your playbook should be the cornerstone of your startup’s sales strategy, including everything from ICP definitions to which AI tools you should be using. In this episode on ‘Sales Playbook 2024: What Are the Essentials for Startups?’, Alastair and Kiran dig into why playbooks are so important, and how startups should go about improving theirs, so they can thrive in 2024.

7 Steps to Startup Sales Success
Introducing each step, Alastair and Kiran share the most common reasons things don’t work properly, and the positive outcomes you can expect once they do. This show is for startups, founders and sales leaders who want to increase win rates and reduce stress about selling.