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Leaving Government for the Private Sector – Part 2

Steve Blank

In a business development role you’re out shaping the perception of your company in the market (networking), determining leads, and contacting leads. Sales roles : The sales cycle is similar to the recruitment cycle of a source. Sales roles : The sales cycle is similar to the recruitment cycle of a source.

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Referral Programs: A Guide for Small Business

Duct Tape Marketing

Shorten the sales cycle A strong referral program can significantly shorten the sales cycle. The lunches and get-togethers are offered as a thank-you, but the networking that occurs can be mutually beneficial to you, your business, and your referral champions as well.

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SXSW Startups: UbiGro

Austin Startup

I truly believe this is the year where quantum dots make a name for themselves in agriculture, and so its about marketing, sales, manufacturing, and generally about traction in the market. There are other soft factors like sales cycle speed, marketing potential, competition, defensibility, and technology readiness level.