Gain a comprehensive understanding of the digital social selling landscape and its evolving best practices. This course equips you to transition from traditional to digital-first selling by building robust audience personas, identifying high-potential segments, and establishing a professional social presence. Through hands-on, actionable lessons, you'll learn to generate targeted leads, build trust authentically, and unlock the power of storytelling and personalized outreach. Special focus is given to adapting strategies for regional and cultural relevance in India, the U.S., and Spanish-speaking communities. Expect to master practical workflows and become a resourceful, credible, and successful social seller.
Foundations of Digital Social Selling
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November 2025
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There are 3 modules in this course
Unlock the power of social selling by transforming how you approach sales in the digital era. In this module, you’ll reframe traditional beliefs and habits to thrive in today’s online-first landscape—learning how authenticity, transparency, and trust can redefine your effectiveness as a sales professional. Master the mindsets and behavioral strategies that build genuine relationships, drive engagement, and meet the shifting needs of buyers in global, multicultural markets. By focusing on foundational frameworks and actionable sales skills, you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to leverage social platforms for measurable growth and lasting client success.
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9 videos1 reading3 assignments1 plugin
Unlock the power of precision targeting and meaningful outreach in today’s crowded digital landscape. This module guides you to master the art and science of identifying, analyzing, and engaging your ideal customers across key social platforms. Learn to create actionable buyer profiles, decode the nuanced signals different segments send, and design outreach that truly resonates—no matter the industry or geography. As you sharpen your ability to find and nurture high-value leads, you’ll not only increase conversions but build the foundation for sustaining sales success in competitive, data-driven markets.
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7 videos1 reading3 assignments1 plugin
Building powerful relationships is the true engine of digital sales success. In this module, discover how to move beyond transactional connections and create genuine, trust-based engagement across social platforms. Learn advanced methods to nurture relationships, harness the credibility of advocates and testimonials, and expand your influence through community and group interactions. By applying expert-developed trust strategies and activating social proof across diverse markets, you’ll unlock greater loyalty, faster deal movement, and stronger customer advocacy—no matter where you sell or who you serve.
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8 videos1 reading3 assignments1 plugin
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