Establishing the Sales Function

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Andrew Zinger
Andrew Zinger
Fastly Senior Director, Global Sales EnablementJanuary 10
Another topic that is always top of mind for sales leaders, and their recruiting teams, is their employee retention scores. It is a massive expense to organizations when they see talent leave, whether regrettable or not, and have to spend resources recruiting, enabling and eventually filling that......Read More
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Tim Britt
Tim Britt
Freshworks Senior Director of Channels EuropeApril 11
Sales leadership in a small company versus a large company involves navigating different challenges, priorities, and dynamics. Here are some key differences: 1. Scope and Scale: * In a small company, the sales team is often smaller, with a narrower focus and limited resources. Sa......Read More
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Tim Britt
Tim Britt
Freshworks Senior Director of Channels EuropeApril 11
When stepping into the role of Head of Sales at a startup that hasn't previously had a dedicated sales function, it's crucial to establish a strong foundation while driving rapid growth. Here's how to approach your first 30/60/90 day goals: First 30 Days: Building Foundation 1. Understand the ......Read More
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Brian Tino
Brian Tino
AlphaSense Director of Strategic Sales, EMEAJanuary 25
When you are the first sales leader at a company establishing the function, you're going to constantly battle the demands on your time. Personally, I tend to use a mixure of the Eisenhower Matrix combined with ruthless diligence of writing down my Top 3 priorities for the quarter, the week, and t......Read More
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Tim Britt
Tim Britt
Freshworks Senior Director of Channels EuropeApril 11
30-60-90 day sales plan tailored to make a big impact at a new company: First 30 Days (Learning and Understanding): 1. Understand the Product: Deep dive into understanding the products, features, and value proposition. 2. Learn the Market: Research the industry landscape, competitors, an......Read More
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