The start of a new calendar year is more than a flip of the page; it’s a psychological reset button for businesses and individuals alike. It’s a time to reflect on the past year’s wins and losses, recalibrate goals, and ask the critical question: Should we stick to what works or explore new approaches?
Read MoreSales is a people business. A sales team is a group of often highly individualistic members selling in turn to a diverse group of decision-makers, people buying from people.
Read MoreFor children raised in households where one or both parents work in sales, these elements often seep into their upbringing in ways that significantly influence their future, particularly if they choose a sales career themselves.
Read MoreIn the world of B2B sales over the past years, I often wonder about perceptions of a generational divide between seasoned sales leaders and newcomers. While experience undoubtedly brings valuable insights, the rapidly evolving business landscape challenges us to reconsider whether a divide truly exists or if it's merely a perception.
Read MoreThe Corporate Soldier is someone who knows all the rules and regulations governing their organization. They are well-versed in the written and unwritten “dos and don’ts” of the workplace. They follow every rule to the letter and use these rules as the basis for all their actions.
Read MoreFluctuating demand and evolving buyer behavior to economic upheaval, uncertain regulatory environments and disruptive competition, today’s business landscape requires leaders to rethink their approach to predicting revenue.
Read MoreIn the first 60 days of a new role, a seasoned fractional sales leader and a full-time sales leader approach the role with distinct objectives and timeframes, each adapting their strategies to achieve success based on their unique role.
Read MoreI fumbled… I talked about the fact that we are a small and newer business, that the founder and partner at the time were both older white males, that sales to this day is a white and male-dominated space, that our roster of executives is diverse, and that we can purposely match on DEI criteria.
Read MoreWithin the business landscape, we can question a myriad of processes, functions, and tools that will be displaced by AI. Some might question the future role of salespeople.
Read MoreTitles reflect authority, responsibility, and expertise, and establish clear roles and expectations. For clients, a title can signal the level of decision-making power.
Read More