{"id":18033,"date":"2023-07-21T17:07:44","date_gmt":"2023-07-21T11:37:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kylas.io\/?p=18033"},"modified":"2023-09-05T18:11:26","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T12:41:26","slug":"sales-playbook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/blog\/sales-playbook","title":{"rendered":"Your Ultimate Guide to Creating a Sales Playbook for Your Growing Team\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You\u2019ve gone through a successful <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/blog\/sales-hiring-for-growing-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">sales hiring<\/mark><\/a><\/span> cycle and have assembled a strong team. You\u2019re now waiting for exponential revenue to start rolling in. However, statistics show that your team is likely spending only <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/spotio.com\/blog\/sales-statistics\/#:~:text=Sales%20Productivity%20Statistics,-In%20an%20ideal&amp;text=In%20fact%2C%20most%20of%20a,of%20sales%20reps%20meet%20quota.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">39% of their time<\/mark><\/a><\/span> selling. Most of their day goes by in devising new strategies for every client, creating email templates &amp;&nbsp;call scripts, or digging into your website for the company\u2019s mission and vision statement. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why you need a sales playbook! It gives your teams every bit of information they need to close deals. They are hence&nbsp;empowered to quickly adapt and overcome every curveball that comes their way. It is truly a game-changer for the efficiency of your sales machinery.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the major benefits of sales playbooks, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wrike.com\/blog\/sales-process-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">40% of teams<\/mark><\/a><\/span> still do not use them. The reason being that it feels like a task too difficult to take on. You don\u2019t know whether to focus more on your product, or your processes. You don\u2019t want too many people involved in the drafting, but neither want a single person in charge of it. We&#8217;re here to help with all these challenging decisions! Read on to know all the tips and tricks to create a winning sales playbook for your growing team. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-3ac077e9-967e-43ce-915f-96b24f23d962\">\n\n\n<p>Having a good sales CRM in place is equally important as a playbook. Kylas boosts your team\u2019s productivity and collaboration and offers complete visibility into your pipelines. To know more about how Kylas can optimize your business operations, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/?ref=demo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Schedule a Demo now<\/mark><\/a><\/span>!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-is-a-sales-playbook-amp-why-is-it-important\">What Is a Sales Playbook &amp; Why Is It Important?&nbsp;<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-to-include-in-a-sales-playbook\">What to Include in a Sales Playbook?&nbsp;<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-best-additions-to-your-sales-playbook\">Best Additions to Your Sales Playbook&nbsp;<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-tips-to-make-your-sales-playbook-a-success\">Tips to Make Your Sales Playbook a Success&nbsp;<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-in-closing\">In Closing&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-is-a-sales-playbook-amp-why-is-it-important\">What Is a Sales Playbook &amp; Why Is It Important?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is the go-to guide for your sales teams that contains details of your organization and operations. You can think of it as a centralized repository where all your best practices, knowledge, and assets are stored. It does away with guesswork and ensures that your teams have all necessary information available at their fingertips. In simple terms, it is a document that tells your teams how to sell. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sales playbooks help in improving and strengthening the most important of all business operations- sales. Teams that have adopted them are <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/criteriaforsuccess.com\/3-sales-statistics-you-need-to-know-to-set-your-company-ahead-of-the-curve\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">33% more likely<\/mark><\/a><\/span> to have win rates exceeding 50%. This boost in sales is the primary advantage, but not the only one. Here are the other aspects that make sales playbooks vital for your operations:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Importance-of-a-Sales-Playbook-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Importance of a Sales Playbook\" class=\"wp-image-18034\" style=\"width:702px;height:395px\" width=\"702\" height=\"395\" title=\"Importance of a Sales Playbook\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Importance-of-a-Sales-Playbook-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Importance-of-a-Sales-Playbook-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Importance-of-a-Sales-Playbook-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Importance-of-a-Sales-Playbook-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Importance-of-a-Sales-Playbook.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-consistent-processes\" style=\"font-size:22px\">1. Consistent Processes&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us consider two scenarios, one without and one with the use of a playbook.&nbsp;In scenario 1, every member of your sales team is flying solo. They are picking and choosing which actions to take, since there is no uniform&nbsp;process for them to follow. There is inconsistency in how members are positioning the product or pitching to clients, which will disarray your sales setup.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In scenario 2 though, all processes run like clockwork. There is a comprehensive guide of actions for all team members to follow, which helps them work better. There are dual benefits of such process consistency. The first is that it is easier to monitor and manage the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/sales-strategy\/sales-cycle-definition-stages-steps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">sales cycle<\/mark><\/a><\/span> for numerous clients.&nbsp;Secondly, it fosters team unity since everyone follows the same processes. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-3fb61240-6698-41a5-a347-c2eb0b41ebcb\">\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/features\/sales-automation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Kylas\u2019s automation capabilities<\/mark><\/a><\/span> also help bring consistency to your processes. You can create various workflows and define actions so your systems can run automatically. <\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-leveraging-best-practices\" style=\"font-size:22px\">2. Leveraging Best Practices&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your top-performing and experienced salespersons will naturally have something unique to bring to the table. They might know of some highly effective outreach strategies, or negotiation tactics that can work wonders for closing deals. A sales playbook is an easy yet effective way of leveraging these best practices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can document all tried and tested practices in your playbook and incorporate them in your operations. Instead of a select few members using them, your entire team can adopt these winning strategies. This helps them ace their targets and drives up your revenue. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-enhanced-customer-experience\" style=\"font-size:22px\">3. Enhanced Customer Experience&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Playbooks not only help you and your team, but also the most important stakeholders of your business, i.e., your customers. They help to make the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/business-growth\/buyers-journey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">buyer\u2019s journey<\/mark><\/a><\/span> smooth and seamless since salespersons are equipped to navigate every stage. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, they also ensure that your customers gain an enhanced experience and personalized services. Your salespersons do not need to spend endless time looking for resources and can instead spend it on&nbsp;building stronger client relations. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-efficient-training-for-new-reps\" style=\"font-size:22px\">4. Efficient Training for New Reps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your new reps need a little handholding in the initial days. It takes time to acquaint them with your operations, and it cannot be fully done during the training period. They need guidance every step of the way to be able to fully mould themselves into the job.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A playbook not only helps them learn your processes faster, but also acts as a trusted source that they can refer to in case of any difficulties. Having to learn everything in a short timeframe will compromise their quality of learning. Instead, they can rely on the teachings of the sales playbook and learn while working. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re sure these benefits have convinced you of the pressing need to have a sales playbook. Now, let\u2019s delve into what all you need to include in it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-to-include-in-a-sales-playbook\">What to Include in a Sales Playbook?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/What-to-Include-in-a-Sales-Playbook-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"What to Include in a Sales Playbook?\" class=\"wp-image-18035\" style=\"width:768px;height:432px\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" title=\"What to Include in a Sales Playbook\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/What-to-Include-in-a-Sales-Playbook-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/What-to-Include-in-a-Sales-Playbook-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/What-to-Include-in-a-Sales-Playbook-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/What-to-Include-in-a-Sales-Playbook-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/What-to-Include-in-a-Sales-Playbook.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your playbook should be thorough, but not overwhelming for the team. A common mistake is to add unnecessary details to it and bombard them with information. But an equally major error would be to keep it very brief, to an extent that it cannot fully help your team. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You must walk a tightrope and include just the right things. These can vary slightly&nbsp;for every organization, depending on the market, team size, etc. However, by and large, there are a few necessary inclusions for all sales playbooks. We\u2019ve identified those&nbsp;and created an easy checklist for you to follow: &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-industry-amp-organization-overview\">1. Industry &amp; Organization Overview&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a good idea to start your playbook with this section. Every industry is unique, and your teams must be given thorough knowledge of the industry that you operate in. To successfully navigate it, they need information such as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Overview of the industry&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pain points &amp; challenges&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Latest trends&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also showcase the values and work culture of your organization. Sharing your vision and goals with your sales reps also helps them to embrace the same. Additionally, talk about the position of the sales team within your organizational framework and give clear inputs on:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Various roles and positions within the team&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Task delegation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Reporting hierarchy&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Performance measuring metrics&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-product-amp-pricing-details\" style=\"font-size:22px\">2. Product &amp; Pricing Details&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The next most important section of your playbook focuses on your product and pricing. Afterall, your teams cannot sell something that they don\u2019t know about. Explain the product and pricing in detail, which will help your teams field any questions raised by prospects. Go a step further and include the USPs of your product, which will ultimately convince buyers. Here are a few other aspects that should also be covered:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Use cases of the product&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Comparison with competitor products&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Additional services that you offer with the product, such as onboarding, installation, maintenance, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pricing breakdown&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-buyer-personas\" style=\"font-size:22px\">3. Buyer Personas&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your teams know what they are selling, you need to tell them who they are selling to. Crafting a buyer persona entails a lot of research and data analysis. You need to understand the ideal audience for your product, and dive deep into the sales process that applies to the product and market. You can use this information to create a persona, so that your teams target the right prospects. Be sure to include these details in your buyer persona:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Business background &amp; internal challenges&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Solution requirements&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Position and role in decision-making process&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Purchasing behavior&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-sales-methodology-amp-process\" style=\"font-size:22px\">4. Sales Methodology &amp; Process&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A&nbsp;methodology lays down the foundation for your sales. It is a framework that defines the engagement, nurturing, and conversion approach that your teams should take. Your teams should be made aware of your chosen methodology, and of how it aligns with your organization\u2019s goals and values. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-67ce6346-195d-49e4-959c-b8a51e1f8b16\">\n\n\n<p>There are dozens of sales methodologies to choose from. Here are two of the most powerful ones that are especially suited to the evolving market and consumer mindset- <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/blog\/snap-selling-boost-closure-rates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">SNAP Selling<\/mark><\/a><\/span> &amp; <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/business-growth\/agile-methodology-small-business-growth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Agile<\/mark><\/a><\/span>. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your sales process is then determined by this methodology. It is the set of actions that your team takes towards completing a sales cycle. It outlines every touchpoint and guides your teams on the tasks they must undertake. Break down your process into distinct phases like:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Lead Generation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Making Contact&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Lead Qualification &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Objection Handling, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Methodology &amp; process are highly essential inclusions to your playbook because they help your teams get onboard with the crux of your sales operations. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-sales-plays\" style=\"font-size:22px\">5. Sales Plays&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the further bifurcations in every stage of the sales process. They are the link that connects your strategies with practical execution. They are a set of repeatable and actionable steps that apply to different scenarios. Going by the name, it is imperative for your sales playbook to include numerous sales plays. These empower your teams to smoothly take deals ahead without having to come up with new approaches for every situation. &nbsp;Here are the common sales plays that should be highlighted:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Demo play&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Prospecting play&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Closing play&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Follow-up play&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-goals-amp-kpis\" style=\"font-size:22px\">6. Goals &amp; KPIs&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s an endless list of things that can measure the success of a sales rep. Some organizations might prioritize the number of deals closed, whereas others might consider the ticket size of the deal as more important. Your team can achieve the targets your desired targets only with a clear understanding of them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Set a clear end goal for your team and work backwards to identify the steps they must take to achieve it and the metrics that must be tracked. List down the priorities for them and give them precise details of what you expect. Some crucial KPIs to track are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Sales per rep&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Average conversion time&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Sales growth rate&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Profit margin&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-d24aeae2-5527-4819-bcb4-2a7637020848\">\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Kylas<\/mark><\/a><\/span> allows you to set and track goals for every member of your team within the CRM. You can also send automated notifications or reminders against each task and get auto-generated reports.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-sales-enablement-material\" style=\"font-size:22px\">7. Sales Enablement Material&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/sales-enablement\/sales-enablement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Sales enablement<\/mark><\/a><\/span> is a broad concept, but a part of it entails providing sales teams with the necessary content to help them close deals. Since your playbook is also centered around helping reps make sales, such material is a necessary inclusion in it. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pitch decks&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Competitor analysis&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Informative articles &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>are examples of material that can support your sales teams\u2019 performance. You can additionally have resources directed towards customers, such as white papers, case studies, or sales sheets. Your reps are in a better position to convert if they can easily access and provide prospects with such content. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-things-to-keep-in-mind-for-a-saas-sales-playbook\" style=\"font-size:22px\">Things to Keep In Mind for a SaaS Sales Playbook&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The above cited sections are a good starting point for a sales playbook for any industry. However, when it comes to SaaS, there are a few other factors to consider. The industry is focused on subscription-based models, so it is not enough to only have strategies about winning over new customers. Your playbook should also have <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/blog\/customer-retention-strategies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">strategies for customer retention<\/mark><\/a>.<\/span> Secondly, there are associated products, add-ons, upgrades, etc. for SaaS products. Your reps must know how to gauge the capacity of the buyer and identify the right upsell and cross-sell opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, the cycle length for SaaS sales is variable. The playbook must help your reps tackle this and jump into the sales cycle at any point with the correct approach.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-best-additions-to-your-sales-playbook\">Best Additions to Your Sales Playbook&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In theory, you are now aware of what your sales playbook needs to contain. If you\u2019re worried about how to implement it practically, you\u2019re in the right place!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-discovery-call-checklist-amp-sample-questions\" style=\"font-size:22px\">1. Discovery Call Checklist &amp; Sample Questions&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Discovery calls are the primary interaction your reps have with customers. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Discovery-Call-Template.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">You can use this template<\/mark><\/a><\/span> to prep your sales team to ask the right questions, and for the necessary aspects they need to consider before, during, and after the call. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-calling-scripts\" style=\"font-size:22px\">2. Calling Scripts &nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Calls are vital to the sales process. You don\u2019t want your team fumbling while speaking with clients or saying the wrong things. Here are some carefully prepared calling scripts your teams can use for various touchpoints:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Pre-Sales-Templates-for-Incoming-Leads.pdf\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Pre Sales Calling Script<\/span><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Telephonic-sales-pitches.pdf\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sales Pitch Script<\/span><\/mark><\/a>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Outbound-sales-call-script.pdf\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Outbound Sales Calling Script<\/span><\/mark><\/a>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-sales-activities-amp-strategies\" style=\"font-size:22px\">3. Sales Activities &amp; Strategies&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The crux of a playbook is to offer strategies and suggest activities that a sales rep can use while closing deals. You can include such templates to help them perform better:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/sales-activities.pdf\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Key Sales Activities<\/span><\/mark><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Outbound-Sales-Best-Strategies-System.pdf\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Outbound Sales Strategies<\/span><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-sales-kpis\" style=\"font-size:22px\">4. Sales KPIs&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We have already established the necessity of having&nbsp;KPIs outlined in the sales playbook. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/8002000-Infographic.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Here\u2019s a ready template<\/mark><\/a><\/span> with some of the best metrics for you to consider. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-tips-to-make-your-sales-playbook-a-success\">Tips to Make Your Sales Playbook a Success&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tips-to-Make-Your-Sales-Playbook-a-Success-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Tips to Make Your Sales Playbook a Success\" class=\"wp-image-18036\" style=\"width:768px;height:432px\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tips-to-Make-Your-Sales-Playbook-a-Success-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tips-to-Make-Your-Sales-Playbook-a-Success-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tips-to-Make-Your-Sales-Playbook-a-Success-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tips-to-Make-Your-Sales-Playbook-a-Success-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Tips-to-Make-Your-Sales-Playbook-a-Success.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We have walked you through the detailed process of drafting a sales playbook. However, there is still more to be done!&nbsp;You must also ensure that you\u2019re getting the expected results from it, and that it is being successfully used. Let us explore how you can do so:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-form-the-right-team-to-draft-it\" style=\"font-size:22px\">1. Form the Right Team to Draft It&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This step is important in the initial stages of your playbook creation. You need to assemble the right team for it, so that everyone\u2019s interests are represented, and it becomes a holistic document with inputs from every sales-oriented and customer-facing team.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, the ideal team includes sales reps and management, marketing, and subject experts such as product designers, customer support, etc. All your different departments must be aligned during the drafting process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-periodically-review-your-sales-process\" style=\"font-size:22px\">2. Periodically Review Your Sales Process&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your playbook reflects your sales process. Conduct a <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/sales-productivity\/sales-analysis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">sales analysis<\/mark><\/a><\/span> periodically to see what is working for your organization and try to incorporate more of that in your cycle. However, be on be lookout for bottlenecks too and accordingly modify your sales process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A stagnant sales process will limit your growth, as you need to keep up with the dynamic market and ever-evolving customer mindset. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-keep-it-updated\" style=\"font-size:22px\">3. Keep It Updated&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Building on the point mentioned above, your playbook should also be modified with the changes brought to your sales process. You cannot have an older process included in the playbook and expect your reps to follow the new process that you\u2019ve set.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, updation is very crucial for the success of the playbook. Besides the sales process, also update it with new content, new metrics, new pitches, etc. that you think your sales reps should know about. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-monitor-its-usage\" style=\"font-size:22px\">4. Monitor Its Usage&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you create an exceptional sales playbook, it will amount to nothing if it is not being used. Monitor how much your teams are relying on the playbook, and how many of the things mentioned there are being followed. You can also ask your reps for their feedback and try to make it more suitable for their use. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-in-closing\">In Closing&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You are now an expert in the subject of sales playbooks. Right from its importance to its contents, you know it all! It&#8217;s now time to use this knowledge and make one for your teams, to see their performance excel and your revenue soar!&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve gone through a successful sales hiring cycle and have assembled a strong team. You\u2019re now waiting for exponential revenue to start rolling in. However, statistics show that your team is likely spending only 39% of their time selling. 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