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There are 4 modules in this course
This foundational course sets the stage for mastering sales in the modern era by combining traditional techniques with cutting-edge AI tools. Participants will dive into the essentials of the sales process, starting with an exploration of basic sales principles, including identification of sales stages, channels, and approaches. The integration of Microsoft Copilot will be introduced as a transformative digital workflow partner that augments these traditional steps. Participants will learn to map sales processes manually and then use Copilot to enhance efficiency, comparing both methods to understand where AI adds the most value. Learners will also be introduced to communication techniques crucial for sales success, employing AI to enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Personalized content creation becomes a focal point, as participants leverage AI to craft unique sales messages tailored to customer needs. Through various activities, learners will construct a foundational understanding of how AI can streamline sales operations, preparing them for more advanced applications in later courses.
Enhancing Lead Generation with AI introduces the foundational principles of sales and demonstrates how AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, can enhance, rather than replace, human-driven selling. Learners will explore the stages of the sales process, from prospecting to closing, while comparing traditional workflows with AI-augmented methods to identify where technology adds value. The module also examines various sales channels and approaches, enabling learners to understand how to select, design, and adapt strategies across diverse products and markets. By integrating Copilot into practical exercises, learners will develop a balanced perspective on using AI for efficiency and insight while preserving the human connection essential to successful sales.
What's included
6 videos3 readings7 assignments
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6 videos•Total 30 minutes
The Evolution of Sales Process Management•6 minutes
Mapping Sales Processes With and Without AI•5 minutes
Channel Strategy Development and Critique•30 minutes
Sales Channel Mastery•15 minutes
Approach Strategy Iteration•30 minutes
Sales Approach Excellence•15 minutes
Enhancing Communication with AI
Module 2•4 hours to complete
Module details
Enhancing Communication with AI focuses on leveraging AI tools to enhance communication effectiveness while maintaining authentic relationship-building capabilities. Participants will learn to route all content creation and personalization through Copilot, master prompt iteration techniques for tone and audience alignment, and develop systematic approaches to AI-assisted communication excellence. The module emphasizes maintaining professional authenticity while dramatically improving communication efficiency and personalization at scale.
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6 videos3 readings7 assignments
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6 videos•Total 23 minutes
Transforming Sales Communication with AI•4 minutes
AI-Enhanced Communication Development•4 minutes
Content Creation Revolution•4 minutes
Copilot Content Creation Workflow•3 minutes
Personalization That Drives Results•4 minutes
Building AI Communication Templates•3 minutes
3 readings•Total 30 minutes
Foundations of Professional Sales Communication•10 minutes
Strategic AI Content Creation•10 minutes
Advanced Customer Communication Personalization•10 minutes
7 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Enhancing Communication with AI Assessment•30 minutes
Communication Strategy Development•30 minutes
Communication Fundamentals•15 minutes
Personalized Content Development•30 minutes
Content Creation Excellence•15 minutes
Template Library Development•30 minutes
Communication Customization Mastery•15 minutes
Product Knowledge and Value Creation
Module 3•5 hours to complete
Module details
Product Knowledge and Value Creation strengthens your ability to understand, articulate, and communicate product value with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how to extract accurate product features using AI tools, translate them into meaningful benefits for different customer personas, and build compelling value propositions that resonate with diverse buyer priorities. Through hands-on practice, you will design AI-enhanced presentations, tailor customer-specific sales messaging, and integrate Copilot, PowerPoint, and CRM workflows to support polished and professional sales communication. By combining AI efficiency with human judgment, you’ll develop systematic approaches to product expertise, customer-focused pitching, and presentation delivery that support strong customer engagement and help advance opportunities through the sales pipeline.
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6 videos3 readings7 assignments
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6 videos•Total 25 minutes
Product Knowlege as Competitive Advantage•5 minutes
AI-Enhanced Product Analysis and Validation•4 minutes
Value Propositions That Convert•5 minutes
AI-Assisted Value Proposition Creation with PowerPoint Integration•3 minutes
Presentation Excellence in Action•6 minutes
AI-Enhanced Presentation Creation and Delivery•3 minutes
Product Knowledge and Value Creation Assessment•30 minutes
Product Feature Analysis and Validation•30 minutes
Product Knowledge Fundamentals•30 minutes
Persona-Based Value Proposition Development•30 minutes
Value Proposition Excellence•30 minutes
Presentation Development and Peer Evaluation•30 minutes
Presentation Delivery Mastery•30 minutes
AI Fundamentals for Sales
Module 4•7 hours to complete
Module details
AI Fundamentals for Sales establishes essential AI literacy for sales professionals, moving beyond tool usage to a deep understanding of how AI works, what it can and cannot do, and how to maintain quality and effectiveness when integrating AI into sales workflows. This module transforms learners from passive AI users into strategic collaborators who leverage AI strengths while providing critical human oversight.
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6 videos3 readings8 assignments
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6 videos•Total 25 minutes
Understanding AI as Your Sales Partner•6 minutes
Evaluating AI Output Quality•3 minutes
Efficiency Transformation Through Strategic AI•6 minutes
Sales Process AI Integration Analysis•3 minutes
Learning from Real-World AI Implementation•4 minutes
AI Implementation Case Study Analysis•4 minutes
3 readings•Total 70 minutes
Artificial Intelligence in Sales Applications•10 minutes
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