#Cold Calling

[eemcintyre]

Wow I love calling people that I don't know and asking them to give me whiskey

[wolfie180g]

Spam calls?

So, story time. I'm answering all the spam calls I get now with silence first to make sure there's no human and that it's a bot. (If it's a bot they will hang up if there is dead silence on your end. A human says hello) After the silence I then make these gasping growls and quiet monster noises like I'm choking and snarling at the same time. Then hang up.

I don't get repeats and I'm just enjoying the confusion they must have. Do they need to call someone? Manager? Police? Priest?

I'm just hoping they share my disturbing sounds to their buddies.

[random-bookquotes]

Lawrence remembered that when he himself had just started out, he’d also tried to strike up conversations like this one and gotten frustrated by the cold responses. Now on the receiving end of a solicitous young merchant’s conversation, he understood those cold responses. A young merchant just starting out had nothing to share and could only receive.

Isuna Hasekura, Spice and Wolf, Vol. 1

[nxtyrfinalgirl]

The Hat Man blocked me on all social media (his fault) so now I have to summon him the regular way

[jammyjams1910]

Status update

Why is cold calling a thing

[martineznadia]

How actively listen to your customers is the key to understanding their underlying needs/desires. Do you listen to your customers closely?

[cyb-by-lang]

When I think of Cold Callings status, I keep imagining dial up noises... Make of this what you will.

This probably sums up the sensation.

[motivationdoctor]

Do You Know What You Really Need in Business?

For those who don't like selling.

What everyone wants to know is – ‘What does it take to succeed in business? Is it a great product or service, or perhaps plenty of money or even modern premises and dedicated staff?’ All of these are great but what you really need is – Customers! Whether you want a small business or a big business, you need more customers. And do you know why? Because you will lose some through no fault of…

[alvinstrat]

Demand Generation Vs Cold Calling

[soapdispensersalesman]

[pansy-placebo]

I was on the toilet, mere moments after waking up. It was a hard piss, the kind that doesn't yield much unless you sit there for a thousand years.

Then there was a confident rapping on the door and a ring on the doorbell. Thinking it was delivery, I pulled up my pants and scrambled to the door. Only the threat of missing a delivery for my partner can possibly make me move that fast.

I opened the door to two women were standing in the rain, huddled beneath an umbrella. Despite the weather, one was wearing a pretty red dress I was planning on complimenting the moment I saw it. One or both of them was wearing a soothing perfume that reminded me of my auntie, and they looked so friendly.

"oh, did we wake you? We're sorry about that" they seemed sincere. I assured them it was okay.

"we're your neighbours [...] we're here to talk about mental health"

I was so bamboozled that I nearly invited them in from the rain. I felt rude leaving them out there when they had something to say. I prompted them forward.

"I have some words from the bible I like to share" and it clicked. Jesus people. I've never met a jesus door-to-door person before.

I still contemplated letting them in from the rain, who knows how long they'd been out there. I opted for politely declining and wishing them well on their... Whatever It was they were doing minute.It occured to me that they may have chose this rainy day to increase the chance of being let in. I'd nearly asked about their perfume so I could get some as a gift for someone. Even after knowing what they were there for, I saw they were sharing an umbrella between them and I wanted to offer them my umbrella, they could borrow it for a day.

They went on their way and I, much more slowly than I came, went back to the bathroom to finish peeing.

There's no real point to this story- it was just a confusing encounter. Though it does make me wonder how many people they rouse from their tasks. How many sick people who can't afford the energy, being summoned from their beds. Just to waste with their proselytizing.

And they used mental health as the guise. I'd seen plenty of flyers around for roaming mental health organisations, so when they said that at my door I thought they were one of those, perhaps.

It all felt very strange. The kind, polite people I nearly offered to come in or borrow my umbrella, Vs what they were actually doing.

[leads-view]

Using CRM and Automation Tools for Efficient Cold Emailing

Cold emailing, when done right, can be a powerful tool for reaching out to potential clients, generating leads, and growing your business. However, manually managing and sending cold emails to a large number of prospects can be time-consuming and inefficient. That's where Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and automation tools come into play. In this article, we'll explore how CRM and automation tools can streamline and optimize your cold emailing efforts for greater efficiency and effectiveness.

1. Managing Contacts and Segmentation:

CRM systems provide a centralized database for storing and organizing contact information, making it easier to manage your list of prospects. By segmenting contacts based on criteria such as industry, location, or job title, you can tailor your cold email campaigns to specific target audiences, increasing their relevance and effectiveness.

2. Personalization and Customization:

Personalization is key to successful cold emailing. CRM systems allow you to personalize your emails by inserting merge tags for recipient names, company names, or other relevant details. Automation tools can further enhance personalization by allowing you to create dynamic email templates that automatically populate with personalized information based on each recipient's profile.

3. Email Sequences and Drip Campaigns:

Automation tools enable you to set up email sequences and drip campaigns, allowing you to send a series of automated follow-up emails to prospects over time. By automating the follow-up process, you can nurture leads, stay top-of-mind with prospects, and increase your chances of converting them into customers.

4. Scheduling and Timing:

Timing is crucial when it comes to cold emailing. CRM systems and automation tools often include features for scheduling emails to be sent at optimal times based on recipient time zones or previous email engagement data. By sending emails at the right time, you can improve open rates and response rates.

5. Tracking and Analytics:

CRM systems and automation tools provide valuable insights into the performance of your cold email campaigns. You can track metrics such as open rates, click-through rates, and response rates to measure the effectiveness of your emails and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, you can use A/B testing to experiment with different subject lines, email copy, and calls to action to optimize your campaigns.

6. Integration with Other Tools:

Many CRM systems and automation tools integrate seamlessly with other marketing tools and platforms, such as email marketing software, lead generation tools, and analytics platforms. This integration allows you to streamline your workflow, synchronize data across different systems, and leverage the full power of your marketing tech stack.

7. Compliance and GDPR:

When conducting cold email campaigns, it's essential to ensure compliance with relevant regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). CRM systems and automation tools often include features for managing consent and compliance, such as opt-in forms, unsubscribe links, and GDPR compliance checks, helping you stay on the right side of the law.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, CRM systems and automation tools are invaluable resources for streamlining and optimizing your cold emailing efforts. Also, by leveraging these tools, you can manage contacts more effectively, personalize your emails at scale, automate follow-up sequences, schedule emails for optimal timing, track performance metrics, integrate with other marketing tools, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. By harnessing the power of CRM and automation for cold emailing, you can maximize efficiency, increase productivity, and achieve better results in your outreach efforts.

[excelmike]

March 7, 2024

QUESTION 115:

Is cold calling a thing of the past when it comes to LSP's selling translation services?

Chat GPT's Response:

Cold calling, while perhaps not as prevalent as it once was, can still be an effective strategy for Language Service Providers (LSPs) selling translation services. However, its effectiveness may vary depending on various factors such as the target market, industry, and the approach taken.

Here are a few considerations regarding cold calling for LSPs selling translation services:

Targeted Approach: Cold calling can still be valuable if it's done strategically and targeted towards specific industries or businesses that have a demonstrated need for translation services. Researching and identifying potential clients who may benefit from translation services can increase the chances of success.

Personalization: Personalizing cold calls can make them more effective. Demonstrating an understanding of the potential client's industry, challenges, and how translation services can address their specific needs can help in building rapport and credibility.

Relationship Building: Cold calling shouldn't just be about making a sale immediately but rather initiating a relationship. Building rapport and trust over time through regular communication and follow-ups can lead to opportunities for providing translation services in the future.

Multichannel Approach: Cold calling can be complemented by other marketing and sales strategies such as email outreach, social media engagement, and networking events. A multichannel approach can help in reaching potential clients through various touchpoints.

Adaptation to Changing Trends: While cold calling may not be as effective as it once was due to changes in communication preferences and regulations, LSPs can adapt by incorporating technology such as AI-driven sales tools, CRM systems, and targeted advertising to enhance their outreach efforts.

In summary, while cold calling may not be the sole or primary method for selling translation services for some LSPs, it can still be a valuable tool when used strategically in combination with other sales and marketing approaches. Adaptation to changing trends and preferences is key to maximizing its effectiveness in today's business landscape.

[cyb-by-lang]

What happened to cold calling? I really liked that one. Not that I don’t like the DC cross you have going now I find the antics hysterical. (yeah I know I have a weird sense of humor.)

Lack of planning --> Lack of inspiration --> Lack of writing.

It happens sometimes. I tend not to mark something as "abandoned" even if it doesn't look like the muse is ever coming back, since you never know when a punchline might yet materialize from the ether.