How Are Hybrid Sales Roles Changing the B2B Landscape?

28% of B2B Organizations Embrace a New Sales Model

Sales roles are evolving, and the rise of hybrid sales roles is a clear example of this trend. According to a recent study by Pipedrive, 28% of B2B organizations now have hybrid sales roles, which combine the responsibilities of both inside and outside sales positions.

This new model can offer many benefits for sales organizations, such as increased efficiency, improved customer experience, and better alignment between sales and marketing teams. Hybrid sales roles can also provide sales professionals with the opportunity to develop a wider range of skills and expand their career paths.

However, implementing a hybrid sales model is not without its challenges. Sales organizations must ensure that their sales team has the necessary training and support to effectively perform both inside and outside sales duties. Additionally, the sales process may need to be adjusted to accommodate this new model.

To successfully implement a hybrid sales model, sales organizations should consider the following:

  1. Define the roles and responsibilities of each hybrid sales role and ensure that each team member has the necessary training and support to perform their duties effectively.
  2. Align the sales process with the hybrid sales model, ensuring that it accommodates both inside and outside sales responsibilities.
  3. Monitor the success of the hybrid sales model and make adjustments as needed to optimize performance.

The rise of hybrid sales roles represents a significant shift in the sales landscape. B2B organizations are embracing this new model, recognizing the benefits that it can provide. However, sales organizations must also be aware of the challenges that come with implementing a hybrid sales model and take steps to ensure that their sales team has the necessary training and support to succeed. By adapting to this changing landscape, sales organizations can optimize their sales strategy and drive better results for their business.

More 2021 Stats

According to a research conducted by Salesforce, 61% of sellers say it’s harder to sell virtually.

31% of sales pros find no significant difference between selling remotely and in-person

77% of sales professionals say their organization is planning to invest more in sales intelligence tools

In fact, 77% of sales leaders say their company’s digital transformation has accelerated since 2019.

66% of teams were satisfied with the results that they are getting from using custom-recorded video in their sales processes.

Given the pandemic, almost 90% of B2B sales now happen digitally.

49% of teams are using video as part of their sales process.

It takes an average of 8 interactions to secure a meeting with a prospect

A survey by LinkedIn found that 50% of buyers say that working remotely has made the purchasing process easier.

Only 32% of sales pros report that a virtual sales process requires more meetings to close deals.

More Remote B2B Sales Stats

59% of sales reps said that adding custom-recorded video to their sales process increased their productivity.

After COVID, 56% of sellers prefer working remote full time.

73% of B2B executives agree that customers expect more personalization than they did a few years ago.

A study by Skaled revealed that sales reps using virtual presentation tools increased their close rates by 28%

Given the pandemic, almost 90% of B2B sales now happen digitally.

21% of sales professionals who sell remotely say emails are the most effective channel for remote selling

91% of customers say they’d give referrals. Only 11% of salespeople ask for referrals

77% of B2B decision-makers prefer video meetings over phone calls with vendors

7% of companies respond within five minutes of a prospect’s form submission while 50% don’t even respond until five business days later

71% of sales reps say that building personal rapport has a substantial impact on converting a prospect.

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