Latest Podcasts: Secrets to Career and Revenue Growth

Last month on the Revenue Builders Podcast, our guests had some wisdom to impart on being successful in roles from sales rep all the way to CRO and CEO. We heard stories and lessons learned from experienced leaders, divulging how to build relationships, work strategically, and position yourself for the next step in your career — wherever you might be now. Learn from those who have been there, done that and seen the results by tuning in below.

We publish two episodes per week, sharing lessons for sales leaders at all stages of their careers. Make sure to subscribe to the Revenue Builders Podcast on your favorite podcast player, so you never miss an episode.

April Featured Episodes:

Understanding the Nuances of the CRO/CEO Relationship

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In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, hosts John McMahon and John Kaplan are joined by Bob Ranaldi, a seasoned global sales executive with over 20 years of experience. Bob shares insights on optimizing CRO-CEO relationships, emphasizing high communication, aligned goals, and data-driven decision-making. The discussion explores how to create a strong board, the importance of sales efficiency, and the need for CROs to own their numbers and impact the forecast immediately. Bob and the hosts provide valuable advice for sales leaders, highlighting the significance of understanding the company's ideal candidate profile, fostering a winning mindset, and balancing growth with EBITDA. They also delve into the nuances of maintaining effective communication, especially in post-COVID, remote work environments, and the critical role of board members in supporting various company disciplines.

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From Deals to Recruiting: Owning the Pipeline with Chris Vik

Duration: 7 min

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In this short segment of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we revisit the discussion with Chris Vik, CRO at Leapwork, to discuss the critical role of pipeline generation (PG) in both sales and recruiting. Chris challenges the notion that PG is dead, emphasizing the relentless effort required from leaders to inspect, inspire, and engage their teams. He also highlights the importance of leaders taking ownership of recruitment rather than outsourcing it, ensuring they build high-performing teams. Tune in to learn why getting “in the pit” with your reps is essential and how to recruit top talent—even as a lesser-known company.

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Pinned Golf: Making the Shift from Sales to Entrepreneurship

Duration:  1hr 7 min

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In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, hosts John McMahon and John Kaplan are joined by John Rowell, co-founder of Pinned Golf, about his transition from a successful career in enterprise sales to entrepreneurship. Rowell shares his invaluable experiences from working at EMC Dell Technologies and Lacework, highlighting the importance of process and preparation. He discusses how these skills translated into building a thriving startup, explains the significance of defining an ideal customer profile, and offers insights into the challenges and rewards of making the leap to start his own company. The episode also delves into Pinned Golf’s innovative products, the dynamics of working with friends, and strategies for effective sales and management in both B2B and B2C environments.

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Recruiting and the Art of the Interview with Frederik Maris

Duration: 9 min

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In this short segment of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we revisit the discussion with Frederik Maris, CRO at Atoss Software SE. Frederik shares how he interviews, assesses, and hires elite enterprise sales talent by focusing on EQ, character, and curiosity over resumes alone. Learn the power of the ICE criteria and how seasoned leaders spot top performers by blending science, gut instinct, and situational awareness.

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Selling into Strategic Accounts with Jane Thompson

Duration: 1 hr 3 min

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In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, hosts John McMahon and John Kaplan are joined by Jane Thompson, Director of Strategic Accounts at Big Panda. They discuss the intricacies of managing strategic accounts in B2B sales. Highlights include essential characteristics for reps, such as thinking in terms of value, having confidence and courage, understanding the customer's organization, and translating technical capabilities into business outcomes. The conversation also covers the importance of internal support, effective compensation structures, and the critical timing for scaling accounts in startups. Jane shares her experiences and insights on what makes a successful strategic accounts manager, while the hosts emphasize the pitfalls of transitioning reps without the right skill set into strategic roles.

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Interacting with the Board as a CRO with Bob Ranaldi

Duration: 7 min

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In this short segment of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we revisit the discussion with Bob Ranaldi of FTV Capital to unpack the delicate dynamics between CROs, CEOs, and board members. From managing expectations to avoiding pitfalls of dysfunction, this conversation dives deep into how CROs can approach board interactions with strategy, self-awareness, and alignment. Perfect for revenue leaders who want to strengthen executive relationships and drive healthy boardroom collaboration.

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Navigating the CRO Role while Building a Great Culture with Matt Nolan

Duration: 1 hr 6 min

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In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, hosts John McMahon and John Kaplan are joined by Matt Nolan, Chief Revenue Officer at Redwood Software. Matt shares his extensive experience in developing global revenue strategies, scaling enterprise automation solutions, and transitioning from venture capital to private equity environments. The conversation covers key lessons such as the importance of culture, the significant role recruiting plays in a CRO's success, the complexities of managing a board, and strategies for building top-performing sales teams. Matt emphasizes the critical nature of hiring ahead, discipline in recruiting, the layered impact of having strong leaders, and creating a high-performance, team-based culture that can drive prolific growth. Listeners will gain valuable insights on how to build and sustain a winning sales organization.

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