Let’s be honest, most sales meetings suck. There, I said it. They’re bloated. They’re boring. They’re about as productive as a treadmill at a donut shop. We’ve all sat through the kind of meeting that could’ve been a Slack message or worse, one that kills the team’s energy for the entire day. I once attended […]
Sales Meetings That Don’t Suck: How to Make Every Minute Count Read More »
You have the sales dashboard pulled up. Charts everywhere. Some lines are up and to the right. Others are flat. Your gut says something is off, but the numbers look impressive at a glance. So why are you still missing revenue goals? (HBR – The Danger of Vanity Metrics)
From Vanity to Value: The Sales Metrics That Actually Drive Growth Read More »
We are constantly talking about mindset. Grit. Vision. Process. But behind all that, there’s a deeper question most leaders never stop to consider. What is the psychological lens through which we view our people? More to the point—are we leading like Freud or like Adler? (For a clear [Freud vs Alder comparison], this Simply Psychology
Sales and Business: Adler vs Freud, Which Psychology Builds a Better Team? Read More »
If your company is running on EOS® (the Entrepreneurial Operating System) or you’re considering implementing it, you already understand the importance of structure, accountability, and vision. But let me ask you this: Is your sales team operating with the same level of discipline as the rest of your organization? For many small and mid-sized businesses
EOS Aligned Fractional Sales Management: The SMB Game-Changer Read More »
Is your sales team losing momentum? There is a dangerous myth in a lot of sales teams and businesses: the idea that if things are stable, if revenue is holding steady, if the team is “doing okay,” then we’re standing still. And standing still feels safe. It feels like, well, at least we’re not losing
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Let’s talk about a silent killer in sales teams: lack of sales accountability. I’ve worked with plenty of business owners and sales leaders who feel like they’re constantly putting out fires—sales reps missing targets, deals stalling, pipelines drying up. When I ask what’s driving these issues, the answer is almost always the same: there’s no real accountability in
Sales Accountability: The Missing Ingredient for Revenue Growth Read More »
Revenue growth isn’t just about having a great product or service. It’s about having a structured, disciplined, and well-led sales operation that can consistently bring in new business. Yet, many CEOs and business owners find themselves in a frustrating position: revenue has plateaued, sales forecasts are unreliable, and no matter how much pressure is put on the
Revenue Isn’t Scaling: Sales Leadership Gaps Holding You Back Read More »
If you own a small or medium-sized business, you know that sales drive everything. Without a steady stream of revenue, nothing else works. But what you might not realize is just how much your sales manager—or the lack of one—is impacting your bottom line. Let’s walk through a typical day for a good sales manager versus a bad
A Day in the Life of a Good Sales Manager vs. a Bad Sales Manager Read More »
I’ve seen firsthand how businesses transform when they embrace the power of a well-defined sales strategy. Whether you’re leading a team of seasoned sales professionals or just getting started with a small crew, one truth stands out: success in sales doesn’t happen by accident. It requires clear goals and a solid plan. The Difference Between Having
Secret to Sales Success: Why Goals & Plans Are Non-Negotiable Read More »
I’ve had the privilege of working with countless sales teams across industries. One thing I know for sure: every salesperson starts the new year with big goals, but not everyone hits them. Why? It’s not because they lack talent or drive. It’s often because they’re not starting the year with a clear strategy. Let’s talk
Jump-Start Sales in 2025: Tips to Make This Year Your Best Yet Read More »
