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Daniel E.

Greenford, United Kingdom

$40/hr
5.0
25 jobs

Most businesses don’t struggle with ideas. They struggle with turning opportunity into revenue. That’s where I come in. I’m a Business Development and Partnerships specialist helping startups, agencies and growth-stage companies build revenue through outbound strategy, partnerships, and structured sales systems. Over the past decade I’ve helped businesses enter markets, open commercial channels and close deals. Key results include: • Took a £0 territory to £183,330 annual revenue in 12 months on behalf of Philip Morris International while launching IQOS in London. • Helped scale Breathe International from £316,534 to £2,166,793 cash at bank within two years. • Contracted by Uber Technologies to expand Uber Eats into difficult West London territories and build merchant partnerships. • Built outbound pipelines, partnerships and commercial systems for multiple startups as a Top Rated Upwork freelancer. What I Help Clients With 🤝 • Business development strategy • B2B partnerships and deal making • Outbound sales systems • GTM strategy • CRM design and optimisation • Pipeline building and revenue operations I’m comfortable across the full commercial cycle, from identifying opportunities to closing deals and expanding accounts. Good Fit 👇 ✔ Businesses with product-market fit that want structured revenue growth ✔ Founders who need help opening doors and closing deals If you’re building something ambitious and need someone who can help create deal flow and turn it into revenue, feel free to reach out.

  • Partnership Development
  • Business Development
  • Sales Consulting
  • Account Management
  • Sales Leadership
  • Infrastructure Management
  • HubSpot
  • Marketing
  • General Partnership
Samuel G.

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

$50/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I help businesses improve sales performance and bring structure to their operations, especially in inbound and outbound campaign environments. I’ve spent 12+ years across sales, operations, and recruitment, with the last 6 years focused on managing teams, driving performance, and keeping everything organized behind the scenes. 🔧 What I do best: - Build and manage inbound & outbound campaigns - Recruit, train, and manage remote teams - Develop scripts and improve conversion rates - Track KPIs and optimize performance (ROI-focused) - Oversee day to day operations and keep everything aligned 📊 Experience highlights: - Managed high volume outreach campaigns end to end - Led remote teams and improved performance through structure + training - Operations Manager overseeing multiple business functions across companies - 3+ years in recruitment (sourcing, screening, interviewing) - Background in B2B & B2C sales (cold outreach, objection handling, lead generation) 🧠 How I work: - Hands on and practical - Focused on results, not just activity - Proactive, I fix problems before they become issues - Organized without overcomplicating things - Clear communication throughout, keeping you updated I focus on what actually delivers results, from day to day activity through to overall performance. If you need someone to take ownership and improve results, feel free to reach out. I'm happy to discuss how I can support your business.

  • Sales Management
  • Management Skills
  • Sales
  • Sales Strategy
  • Customer Care
  • Sports Coaching
  • Nutrition
  • Office Administration
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Hospitality
  • Gym
  • Health & Fitness
  • Customer Service
Andrew T.

Portreath, United Kingdom

$25/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Business Operations & Sales Leader with 7+ years of experience in reporting, data analysis, process improvement and project coordination. I help businesses turn complex data into clear insights, improve operational efficiency and build practical systems that save time and drive results. Specialising in Excel, reporting, project tracking, LEAN process improvement and business operations support.

  • Project Management
  • Task Coordination
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Spreadsheet Skills
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Entry
  • Sales Analytics
  • Sales Coaching
  • Business Analysis
  • Event Planning
  • Travel Planning
  • Lean Consulting
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Microsoft Project
Krystie J.

Radnage, United Kingdom

$30/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I am an enthusiastic, highly organised, professional. I am a dedicated individual with excellent communication skills. I am able to work as an individual or to be a key member of any team. Reliable with skill sets that I am always looking to grow and develop. I am a driven and motivated individual

  • Sales
  • English
  • Customer Service
  • Cold Calling
  • Account Management
  • Outbound Sales
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Lead Generation
  • Customer Support
  • Marketing
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Marketing Automation
  • Marketing Campaign Account Setup
Ahmed G.

London, United Kingdom

$100/hr
5.0
30 jobs

Revenue is coming in, but it isn’t predictable. Pipeline looks active, yet deals slip and forecasting lacks credibility. I step in to restore control, stabilise execution, and make revenue dependable again. I operate as a sales and revenue leader embedded inside B2B revenue functions. My mandate is clear: install structure, govern execution, and ensure revenue performance is reliable enough to support confident commercial decisions. This is operational ownership, not advisory commentary. Selected outcomes from prior engagements include: • Improved forecast accuracy from 55% to 85% within one quarter, restoring decision confidence • Reduced late-stage deal leakage by tightening qualification standards, increasing win rate from 18% to 27% • Stabilised pipeline conversion through structured cadence, building $1.8M plus qualified pipeline in 90 days • Reduced revenue volatility by shortening average sales cycle by 22 percent In practice, I: • Lead weekly pipeline and deal governance • Own forecast rhythm and revenue visibility • Define and enforce qualification and stage standards • Re-establish CRM integrity as a commercial control system • Surface revenue risk early and correct momentum • Strengthen performance accountability across the team • Install onboarding and expansion systems that protect margin and retention I approach pipeline with the same rigour finance applies to cash flow. Numbers must be dependable before growth decisions scale. Stable execution improves predictability, protects margin, and allows leadership to operate proactively rather than reactively. I work with B2B companies committed to strengthening their sales execution, whether founder-led or operating under established management. Engagement requires alignment, internal mandate, and real investment in building a disciplined revenue function. My role is embedded operational leadership, not commission-only selling, temporary representation, or unpaid experimentation. If your business is generating revenue but lacks consistent control across execution and forecasting, send a brief overview of your current sales structure. We can determine quickly whether an embedded engagement is the right move. ● 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗻: • The sales team is active but deals keep slipping and leadership cannot rely on the forecast. • Pipeline exists but conversion is inconsistent and opportunities stall late in the sales process. • A Sales Manager or Sales Operations lead is needed to introduce structure, cadence, and accountability across the team. • CRM is in place (HubSpot, Salesforce, etc.) but the pipeline data cannot be trusted for forecasting or decision-making. • The company needs a clear and repeatable sales process so the team follows the same qualification and deal progression standards. • Founders want an experienced Sales Consultant to review the pipeline, tighten qualification, and stabilise sales execution. • The team needs coaching and practical guidance on deal management, pipeline discipline, and sales process execution. • Leadership wants visibility into pipeline health, deal momentum, and realistic revenue forecasts. ● 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱: Fractional VP Sales | SDR Manager | BDR Manager | AE Manager | Enterprise & Corporate Sales Management leader building high-performance revenue teams and scalable sales engines. Expertise in Sales Process Design, Sales Pipeline Management & CRM, Sales Optimization, Revenue Operations, Sales Coaching, and Sales Advisory. Applying MEDDPICC, Sandler Selling System, Command of the Message, BANT, and the Bowtie Revenue Model to improve pipeline quality, deal velocity, and predictable revenue growth across SDR, BDR, and AE teams.

  • Sales Management
  • Sales
  • Sales Strategy
  • Sales Operations
  • Sales Leadership
  • Revenue Management
  • Sales Optimization
  • Business Development
  • SaaS
  • Sales Consulting
  • Sales Development
  • Sales Coaching
  • Sales Enablement
  • Startup Consulting
  • Revenue Cycle Management
  • Business Coaching
  • Lean Startup
  • Startup Company
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • Business Consulting
Victoria T.

Gorleston-on-Sea, United Kingdom

$35/hr
5.0
28 jobs

Hello! I'm Victoria, but feel free to call me Tori. Over the past decade, I've continued building my skills in sales, project management and marketing, transitioning from full-time employment to a dynamic freelancing career. I LOVE bringing diverse ideas to life and helping brands build their unique identities through meticulous project management and innovative content strategies. Prior to my brave leap to full-time freelancing, I worked in the Telecom sector, where I grew into the role of a Regional Sales Manager focused on healthcare solutions. Earlier, I navigated the demanding waves of sales in the offshore industry. Alongside these I was taking courses online in social media marketing and management, where for the past five years, I've been helping brands amplify their presence and achieve their marketing goals through varies social platforms. I’m passionate about sustainable living, prioritising my health and well-being. For fun I love photography, and exploring the great outdoors—whether that’s hiking, swimming, yoga, or dancing. Oh, and most importantly I love spending time with my fur child (dog Elsa who I rescued here in Bali). Skills & Expertise: Social Media Management & Content Creation: - Video direction, editing, and UGC. - Platforms including: Tiktok Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. - Skilled in posts planning, creation and scheduling. Growth and Engagement: - Increasing follower through authentic, organic methods. - Daily interactions with target audiences and maintenance of follower quality. Marketing: - Outreach and organic lead generation. - Experienced in paid advertising, including setup and management of campaigns across various platforms. - Creative ad development, from compelling copy to eye-catching visual designs. Sales Funnels and Automation: - Designing and implementing sales funnels to guide prospects - Creating platforms for educational content and automating sales processes for 24/7 engagement. Email Marketing - Strategic email campaign planning and implementation. - Designing emails that reflect the brand's voice and appeal visually. - Email list segmentation and optimisation to enhance campaign performance. Look forward to connecting! Tori

  • LinkedIn
  • Social Media Management
  • Canva
  • Instagram
  • Video Editing
  • Email Communication
  • Content Creation
  • Email Marketing
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Project Management
  • Project Scheduling
  • Copywriting
  • Sales Consulting
  • Sales Funnel
  • Sales Writing

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