90% of B2B sellers in India agree that using AI for research prospects will be important for future success: Report

It also reveals how AI is bolstering top sellers’ efforts, with 73% of B2B sellers exceeding their quota using the technology.

According to an official release, the report shows that the three habits of top performers in sales organisations include ‘prioritising high-potential accounts’, ‘investing in building key relationships’, and ‘finding hidden allies and intel for relevant outreach’. Sellers who exhibit these behaviours are known as ‘deep sellers’ by LinkedIn. Reportedly, findings show that 32% of B2B sellers in India are deep sellers and are 1.8x more likely to exceed their quotas, and those who use social networks to find key buyers are 2.3x more likely to do so.

As per the report, B2B sellers in India are increasingly relying on AI in their selling journeys, to research prospects, identify targets, and find warm leads with buyers. It’s believed that 90% of B2B sellers in India agree that using AI to research prospects or customers will be important for future success. Notably, deep sellers in India are 2.4x more likely than others to use AI to connect with colleagues who know relevant stakeholders. Additionally, those who use sales intelligence tools to find new opportunities are 2.2x more likely to exceed their sales targets. From what it’s understood, findings show that 93% of B2B sellers in India agree that meeting face-to-face before closing a deal is important. At the same time, 52% of buyers in India say they still buy from the same salesperson even after changing companies.

“I believe deep sellers are expert guides in the sales world: they reach out with purpose, dig deep into research, and focus on building lasting connections. I think that’s why companies are on the hunt for deep sellers who know how to use AI and sales intelligence tools. B2B sellers who use LinkedIn Sales Navigator can connect 4.3 times more with top leaders compared to others. This helps to drive our commitment to improving our AI tools, so sellers on our platform can grow their businesses,” Abhai Singh, head of sales solutions, LinkedIn India, said.