As manufacturing gears up for 2025, business owners like you face a critical decision point. While your production lines might be ready to meet demand, there's a more pressing question keeping you up at night: Who among your sales representatives will lead your sales team through this crucial growth period?
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 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 MoreOne theme that arises when talking to Fractional Sales Leaders is the balance between a consultative approach and hands-on involvement in their client assignments. This delicate equilibrium is crucial for delivering value, driving results, and fostering long-term client relationships.
Read MoreA recent study of around 1,000 fractional sales leadership assignments sheds light on this evolving role, offering a statistical benchmark to navigate its landscape.
Read MoreDespite a challenging economic climate, startups are well-positioned to accelerate efficient growth this year. Even the slightest performance improvements amplify growth, fueling already motivated employees and stakeholders. Speed and agility are powerful when building an efficient revenue machine.
Read MoreMuch has been written about the difference between management and Sales Leadership. While many professionals experience management during their careers—setting goals, evaluating performance, and establishing work rules—true Sales Leadership is something entirely different.
Read MoreA scaleup business faces cash flow issues, a founder wearing too many hats, and an inability to afford full-time senior sales leadership. If any of this sound familiar, your company is likely at a critical juncture when bringing in an Fractional Sales Leader could be the perfect solution.
Read MoreSomeone that is unoriginal, a Leader whose words lack any sense of originality. And worse, they are directly regurgitating – repeating without analyzing or comprehending - what others have said before.
Read MoreIn conversations with seasoned sales executives about their experience is scaling companies, I reflected on the distinctions of "leadership" and "management" in leading sales teams. Can the same person be both a sale leader and a manager? Even though the terms are often used interchangeably, they do have distinct roles and responsibilities.
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