Sales Training Checklist Printable

Sales Training Checklist Printable


[Your Name]

[Your Company Name]

Pre-Training Preparation

  • Define Training Objectives:

  • Increase closing rates by 15% over the next quarter.

  • Enhance product knowledge to reduce customer objections by 25%.

  • Improve team confidence in using the CRM system.

  • Prepare Training Materials:

  • Create a PowerPoint presentation on "Effective Sales Strategies."

  • Develop a handout summarizing product features, benefits, and competitive advantages.

  • Prepare case studies of successful sales campaigns (e.g., “Case Study: How XYZ Corp Increased Sales by 30%”).

  • Create worksheets for role-playing scenarios.

  • Set Up Training Environment:

  • Arrange chairs in a circle for better interaction.

  • Test the projector and laptop to display the presentation.

  • Set up a whiteboard for group discussions and notes.

  • Prepare coffee, water, and snacks for breaks.

  • Confirm Participant Attendance:

  • Send calendar invites with a reminder one week before.

  • Collect RSVPs through a Google Form.


Training Content

  1. Introduction to Sales

    • Overview of the sales process: prospecting, qualifying, presenting, closing, and follow-up.

    • Discuss the importance of sales in achieving a $2 million annual revenue target.

    • Introduce company mission and values: “Customer-Centric Approach.”

  2. Product Knowledge

  • Detailed breakdown of our top three products:

  • Product A: Features, benefits, and target demographics.

  • Product B: Unique selling propositions and customer testimonials.

  • Product C: Price comparisons and ROI for clients.

  1. Sales Techniques

  • Prospecting Strategies:

  • Identify target markets: Small to mid-sized businesses in technology and retail sectors.

  • Discuss methods for lead generation, including LinkedIn outreach and networking events (e.g., local Chamber of Commerce meetings).

  • Building Rapport:

  • Role-play scenarios to practice effective communication and relationship-building techniques (e.g., “How to Introduce Yourself to a Prospect”).

  • Active listening exercises: Pair up and practice summarizing what the other person says.

  • Sales Presentation Skills:

  • Structure of a compelling sales pitch: Opening, problem identification, solution presentation, and call to action.

  • Practice engaging storytelling techniques: Use a case study to illustrate a successful client story.

  • Closing Techniques:

  • Review various closing strategies:

    • Assumptive Close: “When would you like to get started?”

    • Urgency Close: “This promotion ends Friday; can we secure your order today?”

  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

  • Overview of SalesForce: Importance of CRM in tracking leads and sales.

  • Best practices for inputting and tracking customer data: Record all customer interactions, set reminders for follow-ups.


Post-Training Activities

  • Schedule Follow-Up Sessions:

  • Plan monthly check-in meetings to assess progress.

  • Assign mentors within the team for ongoing support.

  • Distribute Training Feedback Forms:

  • Use Google Forms to collect feedback on the training session.

  • Analyze feedback to assess effectiveness: Aim for at least 80% satisfaction rate.

  • Evaluate Training Effectiveness:

  • Monitor closing rates and customer feedback over the next three months.

  • Set individual and team goals based on feedback and performance metrics.

  • Create Action Plans:

  • Encourage participants to outline three actionable steps to apply learned skills.

  • Schedule one-on-one sessions with each team member to discuss personal goals.

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