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April 27, 2024

The Four Fears That Stop Big Company Buyers from Saying Yes

Big company buyers weigh risk before advantages. Four fears drive most of that risk. Gartner found 74% of buyer teams show unhealthy conflict during the decision, and groups that reach consensus are 2.5 times more likely to call the deal high quality. Here’s how to answer each fear with something tangible.

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July 18, 2024

Buyer Fear in B2B Sales: How to Identify It, Address It, and Win It

B2B buyers look for the least risky solution, not the best one. Gartner found that 74% of buying teams hit unhealthy conflict during the decision. This article names the four fears that turn up at the Buyers’ Table, explains what a Fear Buster actually is, and shows one step of a sales process with Fear Busters built in.

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