My philosophy on leadership was initially shaped by those latter interactions: setting meetings with VPs of Sales and Marketing, meandering through their office spaces to conference rooms, and engaging with various team members. Observing their interaction with technology and their cultural dynamics provided me with a tangible sense of the environment fostered by the leader at the helm.
Read MoreA ship does not leave port without a captain. So why would you put a sales team out there without a leader, a real sales leader?
Read MoreIn the world of sales, confident people really are more successful. When you increase your and your team’s confidence in sales, you’ll set more meetings, have stronger sales presentations, and close more deals.
Read MoreAmong all the blogs, newsletters, and publications that I follow, there was a recent uptick in the content on optimism. After months of news on pandemic, closure, stay-at-home, and recession, I guess we all can use some good news.
Read MoreLeadership has some universal qualities. And so, this list is not the first of its kind. Many authors have compiled their personal favorites. And while, with a lot of ironies, I call this The Ultimate Guide, let me simply share my personal top 10 list relevant specifically to a sales leader.
Read MoreWhen hiring for sales positions, I rarely paid attention to formal education, the school attended or degree obtained, or even the name dropping of sales trainings. I was looking for relevant experience and soft skills, defined as desirable qualities that do not depend on acquired knowledge.
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