Decoding: "Reach Out Again in About 6 Months."

Navigating the nuances of communication can sometimes resemble a puzzle, especially when prospects offer the ambiguous directive: "Reach out again in about 6 months." It's a phrase that's both promising and enigmatic, often leaving individuals pondering its true significance in the context of professional relationships and opportunities. 

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Sales Is Easier Said Than Done

The phrase "easier said than done" is a timeless adage that resonates deeply across various aspects of life. From fitness resolutions to learning a new language, the gap between our aspirations and reality is often wide and, at times, insurmountable.

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Is Know + Like + Trust = Buy?

Do you remember when you last bought something even though you did not like the salesperson? For me, the few times I remember, are always associated with anger, frustration, and feeling trapped and without choice. And every time the purchase is followed by buyer’s remorse, not because of the product, but because I really should have walked out to make a statement.

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The Art of "Mind Reading" in the World of Complex B2B Sales

It's more common than not that clients don't always know what they want or need, or cannot clearly articulate those needs. This reality means there are unique dynamics in "mind reading" or reading the "tea leaves" with B2B clients in these situations. 

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It IS a Dilemma - Remote vs. Hybrid vs. In-Person Sales Leadership

It is a tug-of-war between remote, hybrid, and traditional in-person models. This seismic shift has not only altered the dynamics of how buyers and sellers interact. It has also prompted a rapid evolution in the expectations and methodologies of sales leaders, and what factors business owners might consider when hiring.

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The Future of Fractional Talent: Navigating Scalability in a Dynamic Business Landscape

Discover how fractional talent is reshaping the future of business and learn how to effectively integrate these valuable resources into your organizational strategy. Stay ahead in a rapidly changing environment with fractional talent strategies.

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Moving Beyond the Founder – Making Sales the Key Catalyst to Growth

As a start-up gears up for a Series A investment, early-phase scaling becomes imperative to secure funding. In the absence of a foolproof playbook, the path forward is far from clear-cut or universally acknowledged. The typical playbook often suggests hiring a VP of Sales, a move fraught with challenges:

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What is the role of the CRO, really?

Most CRO’s are really focused primarily on New Logo Sales. Often, the CRO has a peer called the Chief Marketing Officer who is goaled on metrics related to Reputation and Demand Gen (leads).  There is another peer, the Chief Customer Officer or Head of Customer Success who is goaled on Adoption, Renewals, and sometimes Expansion.

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Can You Pick and Choose Your Leadership Style?

Do you get to pick your own leadership style? A multitude of books have been written on this subject. Maybe a different approach to answering the question is what common rules apply in your selection?

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Building a Business and Conquering a Marathon -- Parallels

I recently ran the NYC Marathon, crossing the finish line in seven hours after a 26.2 mile run through that world-class city. I'm still riding the "high" of this exhilarating experience, and thinking a lot about the analogies of a marathon and lessons in other parts of our lives -- like business building. 

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