Inbound Sales

KyleJepson
HubSpot Employee
HubSpot Employee

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales transforms sales to match the way people buy. It's all about meeting prospects where they are and helping them move toward a purchasing decision. Is this different from the way you're used to approaching sales, or have you been doing sales in this way but calling it something else? Leave your thoughts in the comments about how inbound sales is similar to or different from the way you've been doing sales.

 

*To learn more about this, check out the Inbound Sales Fundamentals lesson via HubSpot Academy. 

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NMinneci
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales focuses on aligning with the buyer's journey, meeting prospects where they are, and guiding them toward a decision. It's similar to relationship-based sales, but with more emphasis on providing value and content throughout the process.

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SSuryawanshi9
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Sales are the relationship between the company and the employee company make different approaches to reach out the customer and customer buys the product which is needed for themselves 

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Princepatrice
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales is different because it’s all about helping potential customers by understanding their needs and offering solutions that fit. Instead of pushing products, it focuses on building trust and providing value at every stage of their journey. It’s a more friendly, helpful, and personalized approach that attracts customers through genuine connection.

VTamnai
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales strategy is a unique strategy that is more customer oriented and solving the problem of the buyer.

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DParmar4
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

I think it is more customer-centric than the traditional way of sales where the product is pitched and promoted and everything is about convincing the customer. On the contrary, inbound sales focuses on providing a solution to the customer's solution, making it more trustworthy.

namefave
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales focuses on aligning with the buyer's journey, offering value and guidance rather than pushing a product.

kishore1
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

identify
explore
advice
decide

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AH57
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound Sales feels more personized and also allows the seller and buyer to make a more meaningful and possibly long term business relationship.  It allows sellers to really get to know the potential buy personally as well as their business. 

BSnowden
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

This is similar to what my approach has been for some time although the terminology is different.

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CShkyria
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales strategy is a very different approach to sales compared to our old school way of doing things. I am open to the change and very excited to implement it into our business. 

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LaurenceM
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

An elaborate way to solve the buyer's problem - inbound sales. I love that approach. Pretty different from how I have been doing it.

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GChamberland
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound Sales transforms sales into an experience that we connect with people and leading them into identifying their problems and then directing them to towards a purchasing decision.

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SGeorge07
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales focusing on a customer-centric approach that aligns with the buyer's journey. Instead of pushing products, inbound sales representatives act as advisors, guiding prospects through their decision-making process based on their unique needs. This approach is more consultative and emphasizes relationship-building and providing value through informative content, contrasting with the aggressive tactics of cold calling typically seen in outbound sales. By attracting interested customers through relevant content and engaging with them meaningfully, inbound sales foster trust and lead to higher-quality leads and conversions.

GGabriela
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

En resumen, las ventas inbound son una estrategia moderna y eficaz que coloca al cliente en el centro de la experiencia de compra. Con un enfoque ético, centrado en el valor y las relaciones a largo plazo, las ventas inbound se están convirtiendo en un estándar para empresas que buscan crecer en el entorno digital actual.

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KrishnaBagaria
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

inbound sales is  a process where we identify , connect , explore ,advise  the leads . Inside Sales is conducted remotely, often over the phone, through email, or video calls. Sales reps generally work from an office or remotely, focusing on establishing connections and closing deals without meeting clients in person.

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Gaurav773
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales is a modern approach that emphasizes attracting potential customers through valuable content and personalized interactions. In a world increasingly influenced by globalization and digitization, this method stands out by prioritizing trust and relationship-building over aggressive selling tactics. Leveraging digital marketing strategies, automation, and data insights, inbound sales enables businesses to efficiently reach a global audience. This customer-centric model generates higher-quality leads and enhances brand awareness, driving increased revenue. As consumers become more informed and connected, inbound sales proves to be a vital strategy for long-term success in today’s digital landscape. For more insights, explore resources on this evolving sales methodology.

Pine
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound Sales appears to approach the potential buyer with the mindset of 'how can I be of help to you?'. Approaching another human being in this manner simply builds rapore and relationship. If you can earnestly offer aid, support, or guidance to another, even if it is ultimately going to be a business transaction between two parties, it is still a 'human' interaction whereby you will both ultimately aid each other. This is good relationship development. Authentic realtionships are the only ones any of us want, especially in business relationships because 'good relationships' usually possess positive attributes like trust, respect, and loyalty.

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MRobles007
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales for me, is to educate and walk the customer/prospect/client in the sales journey. Having them understand their pain points and what their needs actually and how I can provide the proper assistance for that need. It's more of a consultive approach to selling, where you understand the need and then provide the solution for that need.

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GBoraczynski
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound Sales aims to keep the customer closer, educating, supporting, and guiding them to learn more about the company’s products, services, and processes, and how these will meet their needs.

I see that our sales department needs to be closer to our customers. It’s not just about the act of selling the product, but about understanding the customer’s pain points and frustrations, and engaging with their story.

We already use HubSpot's outbound pipeline, and it has been a success for our business. In terms of sales process, it’s working very well! We put a lot of effort into customer personalization.

 

TMthethwa
Member

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound says, in me, in us, me would be the individual or stakeholder we have identified from the identified company. And us, would be the entire company we are reaching out to and communicating with. This type of sale is personal to the identified; it says you matter and it's all about you, your problem, how we can provide a solution for it, and ensuring your satisfaction while still maintaining the relationship afterwards.

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AZweigbaum
Participant

What makes inbound sales different?

Inbound sales focuses on the personal side of sales. Understanding your prospects needs, their problem, and looking at them and their business as a person not just a prospect. Your job with inbound sales it to help the prospect come to the best solution for their issue, and sometimes this isn't your product.

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