Challenge-Ask for 10 referrals by Dec. 25th.

Referrals are game-changers in B2B sales, creating trust-filled leads and shortening sales cycles. Here’s why sales teams should be all-in on referrals:

🔹 High Conversion Power: Referred leads have a 30% higher conversion rate than non-referred leads, as they come pre-qualified with a foundation of trust.

🔹 Shorter Sales Cycles: Sales teams report that referred prospects close 16% faster than non-referred ones, giving reps more time to focus on new opportunities.

🔹 Boosted Deal Sizes: Referrals tend to yield larger deals. Studies show referred customers generate an average of 25% more in revenue compared to leads acquired through other methods.

For sales teams, encouraging referrals isn’t just a tactic—it’s a growth strategy that accelerates results, maximizes deal sizes, and amplifies credibility in every pitch. Make sure you are building this into your communication deck.

simon sinek banner for the art of selling

 

Always know your goal. Calls, emails, presentations—no exceptions.

Calls? Have an outcome in mind: info, connection, deal.

Emails? Skip the fluff. Clear message, clear ask.

Presentations? Every slide, every word, pushing toward that takeaway.

No drifting, no guessing. Sharp focus, strong impact. Goal locked. Results delivered.

THIS MONTH’S FAVES

👠 LOVING: Fireplace season!

👠 TRENDING: More data, more relevant information

👠 WATCHING: The Lioness

👠 QUOTE: “Try not to rush life away” -Sheinelle Jones

Related articles
  • Collage of eight headshot photos of women, arranged in a grid below a banner with the text 'Women Taking Action' and 'Sales & Presence: International Women's Week 2025.' Each woman's name is listed below her photo. The background is a gradient of purple and yellow.

    Today we’re going to talk about how these three can unlock your potential as a powerful communicator. Public speaking. Boundries. Vulnerability.

  • A tiny knitted gnome with a red hat and blue sleeves sits on a grey surface, knitting with miniature needles while pulling yarn from a pink ball of wool.

    Today we’re going to talk about how these three can unlock your potential as a powerful communicator. Public speaking. Boundries. Vulnerability.

  • Today we’re going to talk about how these three can unlock your potential as a powerful communicator. Public speaking. Boundries. Vulnerability.