Unleash the power of digital tools and automation to drive a strategic, efficient virtual sales pipeline. This course guides you in leveraging sales intelligence, social commerce, and data-driven prospecting tailored to India, the US, and multilingual contexts. Master advanced questioning, virtual discovery, and online demo delivery that directly address new buyer expectations. Each lesson offers hands-on tactics to streamline processes, maximize engagement, and measure virtual sales outcomes for real business growth.
Optimize Virtual Selling with Technology
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No prior experience required
3 hours to complete
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Skills you'll gain
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
- Sales
- Consultative Selling
- Overcoming Objections
- Presentations
- Social Media
- Needs Assessment
- Sales Strategy
- Sales Prospecting
- Return On Investment
- Sales Pipelines
- Product Demonstration
- Sales Process
- Relationship Building
- Sales Presentations
- Interviewing Skills
- Customer Engagement
- Data Storytelling
- Technical Sales
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January 2026
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There are 3 modules in this course
Digital prospecting is more than finding names—it's about connecting with the right leads at the right time, on the channels where they actually engage. In this module, you’ll master data-driven prospecting and social selling tactics built for modern, mobile-first markets. Learn to identify opportunities quickly, personalize outreach with precision, and build relationships across platforms like WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Instagram, and region-specific social commerce hubs. Whether you’re selling in India, the Americas, or beyond, you’ll gain actionable skills for filling your pipeline and accelerating sales in a fast-changing digital environment.
What's included
9 videos2 readings2 assignments
Effective discovery is the backbone of every successful virtual sale. In this module, you’ll master techniques for uncovering true client needs—even from a distance—and delivering value through personalized, data-driven solutions. You’ll learn how to run more immersive discovery sessions on video calls, adapt to diverse buyer cultures, document with transparency, and keep every stakeholder informed. Step by step, you’ll develop the skills to build trust quickly, uncover what really matters, and translate insight into winning proposals when selling in any remote or hybrid environment.
What's included
7 videos2 readings2 assignments
Successful virtual selling doesn’t just depend on having great solutions—it’s about how powerfully you present them. In this module, you’ll master high-impact storytelling and technology skills to lead compelling virtual demos that impress, persuade, and move deals forward. Learn to use visuals, hands-on simulations, and data-driven tools to highlight real value, overcome skepticism, and answer challenging questions on the spot. From crafting demo stories tailored to every buyer, to quantifying ROI in dynamic ways, you’ll gain the ability to leave a memorable impression and win more business in digital-first environments.
What's included
8 videos2 readings2 assignments
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