The Modern Selling Podcast

著者: Mario Martinez Jr
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  • The Modern Selling podcast, hosted by Mario Martinez, Jr., is the go-to podcast for sales leaders, sales professionals, business owners, sales enablement leaders, and anyone responsible for generating revenue. Mario's guests are practitioners in the trenches, experts in their profession and influencers who are leveraging modern selling techniques to inspire you to create more sales conversations with your target buyer!
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The Modern Selling podcast, hosted by Mario Martinez, Jr., is the go-to podcast for sales leaders, sales professionals, business owners, sales enablement leaders, and anyone responsible for generating revenue. Mario's guests are practitioners in the trenches, experts in their profession and influencers who are leveraging modern selling techniques to inspire you to create more sales conversations with your target buyer!
©2016 All Rights Reserved. Vengreso
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  • The Art of the Hire: Recruiting & Onboarding Superstar Sellers
    2025/02/11
    Want to know how to attract and retain top sales talent? I've got the solution to help you build a killer sales team. It's time to reveal the unexpected! What if I told you that the key to attracting top sales talent lies in creating a welcome box for their family? Imagine the impact of a virtual welcome receiving line or a 30-minute presentation where new hires get to teach you something they're passionate about. But here's the twist: the onboarding starts before they're even hired. Intrigued? Stay tuned to find out how these creative onboarding strategies can transform your hiring process and keep those top salespeople engaged. Conquer Sales Challenges To conquer sales challenges, leaders must adopt a disruptive mindset when hiring sales talent. Challenging candidates during the interview process and thinking critically can help in identifying top performers. Avoiding common hiring mistakes, such as not showcasing value or focusing solely on industry experience, is crucial in overcoming sales challenges and attracting the right talent. This is Walter Crosby' story, this week's special guest: Walter Crosby's journey into the world of sales began with a pivotal encounter in high school, where his guidance counselor doubted his ability to apply to the University of Michigan. This moment ignited a fierce determination within him, propelling him to defy expectations and pursue his aspirations. With over four decades of experience in sales, Walter's passion for elevating sales professionals stems from his own journey of resilience and growth. His unique perspective on hiring salespeople emphasizes the significance of assessing a candidate's selling prowess over their industry experience. Walter's story serves as a powerful reminder that motivation and tenacity are crucial in both sales and the hiring process, and that the art of selling transcends specific industries and markets. "Hiring salespeople is similar to how we go out and sell, go sell to our customers. We need to qualify these people. We need to make sure they're the right people that we should be talking to." - Walter Crosby Walter Crosby, the CEO of Helix Sales Development, boasts an extensive four-decade career in sales leadership and management. With a background deeply rooted in hands-on sales roles and leading sales teams, Walter's expertise is honed in elevating the performance of sales professionals, managers, and leaders. His significant decision to venture into entrepreneurship with Helix Sales Development underscores his strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit. Hosting the Sales and Cigars Podcast, Walter's insights and industry acumen make him a compelling guest, offering a fresh perspective on the essential strategies for sourcing top-tier sales talent. In this episode, you will be able to: Master the Art of Hiring Top Sales Talent: Learn Winning Strategies. Revolutionize Your Sales Team Onboarding for Unprecedented Results. Conquer Sales Challenges with Proven Tactics and Expert Guidance. Cultivate a Phenomenal Sales Culture and Watch Your Team Flourish. Ignite Your Sales Team's Motivation for Unparalleled Performance. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - The Drive to Succeed 00:01:28 - Background and Passion 00:09:29 - Challenges in Sales Hiring 00:13:10 - The Trap of Industry Experience 00:13:49 - Hiring for Industry Experience 00:14:44 - Buyer Level Experience 00:16:54 - Industry Experience Trap 00:19:04 - Selling Skills Over Product Knowledge 00:22:27 - Mistakes in Hiring Salespeople 00:27:38 - Dealing with Employee Feedback 00:28:13 - The Hiring Process 00:30:44 - Social Media Presence 00:31:30 - Panel Interview Process 00:37:54 - Mindset Shift in Hiring 00:41:12 - Importance of Onboarding Process 00:43:17 - Pre-Onboarding and Engagement 00:44:48 - Retention through Onboarding 00:46:39 - Virtual Onboarding Creativity 00:50:18 - Personal Favorite Movie Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:00 - The Drive to Succeed Walter Crosby shares his passion for helping sales professionals elevate their game and talks about his motivation to start his own business. 00:01:28 - Background and Passion Mario Martinez Jr. and Walter Crosby discuss their backgrounds in sales and the passion they have for helping salespeople succeed. 00:09:29 - Challenges in Sales Hiring Walter Crosby talks about the unique challenges of hiring salespeople and how they are wired differently, requiring a different approach to hiring. 00:13:10 - The Trap of Industry Experience Walter Crosby and Mario Martinez Jr. discuss the trap of hiring based solely on industry experience and emphasize the importance of focusing on other qualities when hiring salespeople. 00:13:49 - Hiring for Industry Experience Walter discusses the common mistake of hiring based on industry experience. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the buyer and their problems rather than just industry knowledge. 00:...
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  • Scaling Your Mindset to Minimize Attrition
    2025/01/14
    Imagine a private equity advisor turned author who's also a licensed food sanitation manager. Sounds unexpected, right? Well, JD Miller, the executive advisor for Five Arrows, just launched his new book, "The CRO's Guide to Winning in Private Equity," and you won't believe the valuable insights he shares. But that's not all – he's got a surprising connection to the food industry that you'd never guess. Want to find out the secret ingredient to his success? Stay tuned to discover more about this intriguing journey. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the constant struggle to align your sales and marketing teams, constantly missing your forecast, and struggling to hit your revenue targets, then you are not alone! This is JD Miller's story: JD Miller's journey in tech sales began 25 years ago when he joined a small company as employee number 26. Over the years, he climbed the ranks from sales engineer to CRO and CMO, experiencing six private equity exits along the way. His passion for replicating success led him to co-author a book, providing practical advice and templates for sales leaders in tech companies. Beyond his professional endeavors, JD's involvement in a homeless organization led him to become a licensed food sanitation manager, a role that intertwines his love for cooking and community service. His extensive experience in sales, marketing, and serving the community has shaped his belief in the importance of creating a "Smarketing" culture within organizations, emphasizing the alignment of sales and marketing teams to achieve collective success. JD's unique blend of professional expertise and personal experiences adds a distinctive perspective to the conversation on building collaboration and alignment within sales and marketing teams. You have always had the power. You just had to see it for yourself. - Glenda the Good Witch My special guest is JD Miller JD Miller, an executive advisor at Five Arrows, a prominent private equity company, brings over 25 years of experience in tech sales to the table. With a rich background that includes roles like CRO, CMO, and country president, JD has navigated through six PE exits, providing him with a deep understanding of the intricacies of sales and marketing strategies. His recent accomplishment involves the launch of his latest book, "The CRO's Guide to Winning in Private Equity," offering valuable insights and practical advice for sales leaders in the tech industry. JD's expertise and hands-on experience make him an ideal guest to delve into the essential aspects of fostering a smarketing culture within organizations. In this episode, you will be able to: Mastering Strategies for Sales and Marketing in Private Equity: Uncover the winning formula for driving growth in private equity firms through effective sales and marketing strategies. Unlocking Key Metrics for CRO Success: Discover the essential metrics that propel Chief Revenue Officers to achieve unprecedented success in their roles. Embracing a Smarketing Culture in Organizations: Learn how to foster seamless collaboration between sales and marketing teams to maximize organizational effectiveness. Overcoming Challenges for New Leaders in CRO Roles: Navigate the unique hurdles faced by new leaders in Chief Revenue Officer positions and emerge victorious. Navigating Sales Team Attrition and Quota Setting: Gain insights into effectively managing sales team attrition and setting realistic yet ambitious sales quotas for optimal performance. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - The Challenge of Leading a Sales Organization 00:01:55 - JD Miller's Background and New Book 00:07:27 - Creating a Smarketing Culture 00:11:45 - Aligning Sales and Marketing Efforts 00:13:08 - Measuring Success and Alignment 00:13:58 - Aligning on Sales Velocity Metrics 00:15:05 - Aligning Sales and Marketing Efforts 00:16:24 - Challenges of High Growth Companies 00:17:52 - Adapting to Growth as a Founder 00:24:06 - Extending CRO Tenure 00:26:28 - Forecasting and Goal Setting 00:28:27 - Sales Metrics and Forecasting 00:30:01 - Average Closing Rate and Pipeline Size 00:34:56 - Managing Attrition and Setting Quotas 00:37:51 - Challenges and Mistakes for New CROs 00:38:33 - Importance of Building Processes and Systems in Leadership 00:39:23 - Book Availability and Contact Information 00:39:44 - Connecting with JD 00:40:16 - Life Lesson from a Classic Movie 00:41:11 - Podcast Wrap-Up and Call to Action Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:00 - The Challenge of Leading a Sales Organization JD Miller discusses the challenges of leading a sales organization, emphasizing the need for a mindset shift and the importance of relying on qualified team members to handle sales calls and help desk inquiries. 00:01:55 - JD Miller's Background and New Book Mario Martinez Jr. introduces JD Miller and his new book, "The CRO's Guide to Winning in Private Equity." JD shares ...
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