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How to Qualify Leads Fast (and Stop Wasting Time on Bad Fits)

Learn how to quickly qualify leads, disqualify bad fits, and streamline your Close workflows to save time and close more high-quality deals.

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How to Catch Missed Sales Leads with Smart Views and Automation in Close

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We Tested 25 B2B Brands—Here's Who Followed Up the Fastest

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How to Reach Out to Leads Fast (Without Losing the Human Touch)

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How Close Built a New AI Support Tool in a Week—and Made Our Support Team Faster Than Ever

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Your Biggest Competitor Isn’t Another Company. It’s You.

Your biggest competitor isn’t the market—it’s your own habits. CEO Steli Efti shares why SaaS founders must overcome fear and evolve old beliefs to grow.

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Never Miss a Lead Again: Automate Every Follow-Up with Close Workflows

Workflows within Close CRM let you scale your follow-up sales pitches to new leads. This post explains four simple steps for automating the process.

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Stop Pitch-Slapping: How to Sell on Social Media Without Being Cringe

Want to sell on social media without the cringe? Follow these four tips to build trust online as you manage social media outreach like an expert.

Meet the CRM built for how sales teams actually sell

Selling is hard. Your CRM shouldn’t be. Close is the easy-to-use CRM built with everything sales teams need to start closing deals today.

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7 Ways AI Can Supercharge Your Personalized Sales Outreach

Discover 7 ways AI can take your sales outreach to the next level. Personalize your messaging, streamline your process, and close more deals.

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Annual Contract Value: What is ACV in Sales?

Annual contract value (ACV) measures how much revenue a single customer brings in every year. Learn how to use this to prioritize accounts and get context for your business.

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LinkedIn Prospecting Guide: 13 Strategies for Modern Sellers to Generate Qualified Leads

Looking for effective strategies to generate qualified leads on LinkedIn? This prospecting guide covers 13 modern techniques that sellers can use to increase their chances of success.

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Sales Cycles: An Actionable Guide to Sales Cycle Management

A well-defined sales cycle turns cold leads into customers. Here's how to create a well-oiled revenue machine, including templates, tips, and strategies.