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Navigating the Future: CFOs' and CEOs' Strategic Priorities for 2024-2025 m. allen Dec 09, 2024

As businesses gear up for 2024-2025, strategic priorities are at the forefront of discussions among CFOs and CEOs. A recent Gartner report highlights key areas of focus that are shaping the future for...

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2025 M. Allen Strategy Primer for Mortgage Banking Executives - What's Ahead & Winning More m. allen Dec 09, 2024

As I engage with industry leaders in mortgage lending and servicing, I feel compelled to share my insights on ten strategic perspectives that can significantly enhance our practices and better serve o...

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Frustrated with Your New Client/Logo Acquisition? Ā Unlocking New Growth: The Power of Strategic DisplacementĀ  m. allen Dec 09, 2024

In the fast-paced world of financial services, where competition is fierce and the stakes are high, I have devoted my career to helping clients navigate the complexities of this challenging landscape....

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"Strategic Enterprise Wins: Navigating BPO Success Through Innovation and Partnership" m. allen Dec 09, 2024
Securing major deals in the BPO/BPM sector has been nothing short of an exhilarating adventure, filled with challenges and triumphs. One of my most significant achievements was leading the acquisition...
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"Revenue Revolution: Transforming Growth at Fin-tech" m. allen Dec 09, 2024
As Matt Slonaker, stepping into the role of Chief Revenue Officer at Chronos Solutions was both a challenge and an opportunity. The company was grappling with stagnant sales and fierce competition, an...
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Fix Sales Stagnation: A 90-Day Roadmap to Sales Excellence m. allen Dec 09, 2024
"90-Day Roadmap to Sales Excellence: Transforming Performance and Customer Engagement"
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As I found myself seated in the conference room of a private equity-owned company, the weight of the various ...
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M. Allen's Top 25 Sales and CRO Tips m. allen Dec 07, 2024

Let's dive in:

1. Understand Your Customer: Invest time in knowing your customers' pain points and needs. Tailor your approach accordingly.

2. Build Relationships: Focus on establishing genuine connecti...

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Beyond Selling: Educating, Challenging, and Helping Buyers m. allen Dec 05, 2024

The traditional approach of simply selling a product or service is no longer sufficient. Buyers are more informed than ever and crave deeper engagement. They seek partners who offer education, challen...

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Building a Future-Ready Sales Pipeline: Strategies for Success in 2025 m. allen Dec 05, 2024
In the fast-paced world of B2B sales, the importance of establishing a robust sales pipeline cannot be overstated. As we look ahead to 2025, businesses must recognize that a well-defined sales pipelin...
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Launching the Weekly Sales Performance Coaching Program - Starting in January 2025 m. allen Dec 03, 2024

Program Title: Sales Mastery for B2B Sellers in Financial and Fintech Industries

Tagline: Empowering B2B Sales Excellence in Finance and Fintech

First Session Starts:Ā  Wednesday, January 8th of 2025 a...

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A Turning Point for a CEO m. allen Dec 03, 2024

Last week, I found myself in a conference room that felt all too familiar—a sleek table surrounded by glass walls, with the skyline of Denver stretching out behind us. I was Matt, CEO of M. Allen, k...

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A Christmas Wish List for a Chief Revenue Officer: A Narrative m. allen Nov 27, 2024


As the first snowflakes of December began to fall, blanketing the city in a soft layer of white, Emma, the Chief Revenue Officer of a thriving tech company, settled down with a warm cup of coc
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