In this episode, John McMahon and John Kaplan discuss the process of champion building in B2B sales. They emphasize the importance of identifying potential champions early in the sales process and developing strong relationships with them. They also highlight the need for sales reps to earn trust, educate champions, and provide value throughout the sales cycle. The episode explores various strategies for testing champions and collaborating with them to achieve successful outcomes. Tune in to thi...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 4 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast , we delve into the nuances of hiring effective leaders for various growth stages within companies. Joined by Bill Cea, Managing Director at Foster Beck Associates, the discussion navigates through the distinct requirements of sales personnel and Chief Revenue Officers (CROs) across product market fit, deal stage, and scale stage. From debunking conventional job descriptions to unraveling the myths of hiring from big-name companies, the con...
Mar 31, 2024•9 min
In this episode, Mark Banfield, CEO of 1E, discusses the emerging market of Digital Employee Experience (DEX). He explains how 1E's technology monitors and manages the digital experience of employees on their devices, identifying and remedying issues before they impact productivity. Mark emphasizes the importance of providing a great employee experience, as it directly translates to a great customer experience. He also highlights the role of technical and executive champions in driving the adopt...
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we dive into the intricacies of decision-making, the role of intuition versus data, and the importance of checking one's ego with special guest, Brian McCarthy, Chief Revenue Officer at Rubrik. Brian shares insightful perspectives on how to blend gut instincts with data-driven approaches, the significance of being secure in one's decisions, and the value of course correction when needed. Through candid discussions and personal anecdotes, l...
Mar 24, 2024•4 min
Mark Wendling is the Global VP of Data Cloud Sales and Alliances at Snowflake. He has a successful career in sales and has held various leadership positions in companies like S.C., Michael Page International, East Search Vision, ClearSlide, and Sumo Logic. Mark has been with Snowflake for the past seven years and has played a crucial role in scaling the company's sales organization. In this episode, Mark shares insights into how Snowflake organizes its commercial sales teams and the key skills y...
Mar 21, 2024•59 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we talk burnout with Marcy Stoudt CEO and co-founder of Revel Coach. Marcy helps leaders avoid burnout, become their best selves without sacrificing success in either area. In this segment she covers a few tips to avoiding burnout. KEY TAKEAWAYS [00:00:27] Burnout affects individuals beyond just moms, particularly leaders who lose perspective and struggle to lead effectively when overwhelmed. [00:01:45] Your attitude towards upcoming chall...
Mar 17, 2024•8 min
John Jahnke , CEO of Tackle.io, has 20 years of experience in executive leadership roles. John has worked with companies like Pivotal, Greenplum, EMC, and Cognizant. Jake Simpson , CRO of Tackle.io, has led companies through substantial growth phases as the CRO of Anapsis and Catalan Technologies. In this episode, John Jahnke and Jake Simpson, discuss the emergence of cloud marketplaces as a route to market for software companies. They explain how cloud marketplaces, such as AWS, Microsoft, and ...
Mar 14, 2024•52 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, John McMahon and John Kaplan delve into the essential characteristics of successful hiring companies, joined by J.R. Butler, founder of the Shift Group. Together, they explore the key elements that make a company excel in recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent, particularly athletes and veterans transitioning into sales roles. KEY TAKEAWAYS [00:00:49] Characteristics of A-Players: A-Players are hungry to learn, self-starters with...
Mar 10, 2024•11 min
In this episode we are joined for a second time by Jeremy Duggan, President and Board Member of Multiverse. Jeremy is a highly talented sales leader known for his expertise in B2B sales, ability to drive results and develop successful sales teams, and track record of changing lives and inspiring his team members to achieve greatness. He is passionate about leadership and believes in prioritizing the growth and development of his people. In this episode, Jeremy Duggan joins hosts John McMahon and...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 8 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, John McMahon and John Kaplan, sponsored by Force Management, delve into the intricacies of sales hiring, dissecting the reasons behind sales rep failures, and exploring the critical aspects of assessing the hiring process in a leadership role. Joined by Chris Riley, CEO of Winning Edge Advisors and former president of Worldwide Field Operations at DataRobot, the trio shares insights into the challenges of identifying the wrong hire, the im...
Mar 03, 2024•9 min
In this milestone 100th episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, hosts John McMahon and John Kaplan reflect on their journey and share some of their most memorable takeaways from previous conversations. They discuss the importance of authentic leadership, the power of debriefing, and the value of leading with a vision. They also highlight the significance of balancing work and personal life, the impact of Navy SEAL principles on leadership, and the role of customer success in reducing churn. The...
Feb 29, 2024•32 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast , John McMahon and John Kaplan on the Revenue Builders podcast as they dive into the intricate world of churn with special guest Allison Pickens. Former COO of Gainsight, Allison shares her insights into scaling a company and understanding the nuanced reasons behind customer departures. From measuring churn metrics to the importance of responding to external factors, this episode provides valuable lessons for businesses aiming to enhance cu...
Feb 25, 2024•7 min
Dan Barrett is the Senior Vice President of Customer Success at MongoDB. With a background in sales, Dan has held various leadership roles in the technology industry. He started his career at IBM before moving on to Q Associates, Symantec, and ServiceNow. Dan joined MongoDB as a Regional Director for the UK and Ireland and has since been promoted to Vice President of Northern Europe and then to his current role as Senior Vice President of Customer Success. In this episode, Dan discusses his tran...
Feb 22, 2024•55 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, John McMahon and John Kaplan dive deep into the concept of negativity bias and its impact on sales performance. Joined by Jim “Pouli” Pouliopoulos, a seasoned sales management facilitator and author of "How to Be A Well-Being," the conversation explores the roots of negativity bias, its evolutionary significance, and practical strategies to counteract it. The hosts emphasize the importance of focusing on the sales process rather than fixat...
Feb 18, 2024•10 min
Joe Young currently holds the position of Vice President of Worldwide Commercial Sales at Zscaler, where he oversees both the inside and field Commercial sales organization consisting of 200 people, along with the sales development organization of 100 people. Before joining Zscaler, Joe accumulated over 9 years of experience at EMC & Dell EMC, contributing to various inside sales, field sales, and leadership roles across different segments of the company. A native of the Boston area, Joe is ...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 2 min
SHOW SUMMARY In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, John McMahon and John Kaplan in a deep dive with industry expert Anne Gary as they explore the essential steps in preparing for the Economic Buyer meeting. Ann shares valuable insights on how salespeople can differentiate themselves, become true business partners, and align their solutions with both corporate and individual objectives. KEY TAKEAWAYS [00:00:49] Research is Key: 8 out of 10 executives feel sales meetings are was...
Feb 11, 2024•10 min
John Donnelly III is a seasoned global operational executive with over 25 years of experience in growing enterprise B2B SaaS companies. He has successfully managed various stages of growth for tech companies, ranging from series A to over $900M in revenue, leading large global teams in sales, support, services, and marketing. With a track record of delivering multiple millions in returns to private equity and venture investors, John has played key roles in two IPOs and several M&A exits. In ...
Feb 08, 2024•57 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, John McMahon and John Kaplan on the Revenue Builders podcast as they sit down with Terry Tripp, the Chief Revenue Officer at Tynes. In this insightful episode, Terry shares his experiences and key strategies for navigating the critical first steps as a Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). From understanding the team and connecting with customers to identifying early opportunities, Terry provides valuable insights for both new and seasoned CROs. KE...
Feb 04, 2024•10 min
John Care spent numerous years building world-class Sales Engineering organizations at Oracle, Sybase, Vantive, Clarify, CA, Business Objects, and HP Software. He has a BSc with Honours in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College, London, and is a former contributing member of the MBA Advisory Council for the Fox Business School of Temple University, Philadelphia. He has been published in such diverse media as CIO, InfoWorld, Touchline, and The Wall Street Journal. He now serves on the Advisor...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 12 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, hosts Jon McMahon and Jon Kaplan sit down with special guest Brent Gleeson, a Navy SEAL veteran and leadership training expert. Together, they explore the concept of a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset, drawing insights from Brent's experiences and research. The discussion delves into the challenges, efforts, feedback, and setbacks associated with each mindset, providing valuable lessons for individuals and teams seeking to enhance the...
Jan 28, 2024•13 min
As the Chief Revenue Officer at Skyflow, Tammy Sexton is responsible for driving revenue growth and scaling the go-to-market team for the company's innovative data privacy platform. With more than 20 years of experience in enterprise sales,Tammy has a proven track record of leading and developing high-performing sales teams, building strategic partnerships, and delivering value to customers across various industries and regions. She has successfully managed and grown sales organizations at early...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we delve into the intricate world of sales negotiation with expert Tim Caito from Force Management. We explore the crucial aspects of negotiation, from preparing champions to dealing with procurement and the power of starting early in the sales process. Tim shares valuable insights and strategies to help organizations preserve value in the final deal and achieve successful negotiations. KEY TAKEAWAYS [00:01:07] Starting early in the sales ...
Jan 21, 2024•16 min
Carl Cross has an established career transforming and leading superior teams resulting in high performance and vibrant revenue growth. Carl has advanced through multiple leadership roles and has consistently been asked to lead key projects that drive corporate strategy. Currently, Carl is the Chief Revenue Officer of Alkami, a SaaS based digital banking platform. He started his career at Peoplesoft where he climbed into the sales leadership ranks before moving to SAP. After SAP he moved to BMC w...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr
If you’re a leader and you want your revenue teams to really own their number, treat their territory or accounts as their own franchise, have them join Force Management's webinar THIS FRIDAY with John Kaplan. In the "Plan to Make the Plan" , John Kaplan will cover: Having the right mindset to attack your territory or set of accounts Ways to more effectively enter into Account Planning Best practices on building an Operating Rhythm that works for you As you know, John is a master at providing sal...
Jan 16, 2024•53 sec
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we engage in a riveting conversation with Alan Chhabra, the Executive Vice President of Worldwide Partners at MongoDB. Alan delves into the intricacies of establishing, nurturing, and enhancing partnerships within the realm of sales and channel organizations. Alan shares insights into prioritizing partnerships, aligning them with customer needs, enhancing sales productivity, and turbocharging relationships with various types of partners. K...
Jan 14, 2024•15 min
Jeremy Burton is the CEO of Observe and a board member of Snowflake. He has a background in product management and marketing, with experience at companies like Oracle, Symantec, and Dell. In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast hosted by John McMahon and John Kaplan, Jeremy Burton, CEO of Observe, shares insights from his transition from working at large companies to leading a startup. He emphasizes the importance of introspection and humility, building a culture of open feedback and dis...
Jan 11, 2024•1 hr 6 min
In this curated episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast , we engage in an insightful conversation with Hollie Castro, a seasoned Chief People Officer and business transformation leader. Hollie delves into the evolving landscape of loyalty in the workforce, dissecting changing career expectations, motivations behind career transitions, and the shifting definitions of loyalty across different life stages. Holly shares invaluable insights on redefining loyalty in the modern workplace, emphasizing t...
Jan 07, 2024•9 min
Doug May is the Chief of Staff to the CRO at Datadog. He has extensive experience in sales leadership and has a deep understanding of driving business value for customers. In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast hosted by John McMahon and John Kaplan, Doug emphasizes the importance of quantifying value in the sales process. By aligning solutions with customer goals and strategies, sellers can show real business impact. Discovery is crucial for understanding customer challenges, and build...
Jan 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Join hosts John McMahon and John Kaplan on the Revenue Builders podcast as they delve into the art of storytelling in sales with Maury Rogow, CEO of Rip Media. Discover how storytelling shapes sales strategies, transforms brands, and influences purchasing decisions. Uncover the crucial role storytelling plays in building relationships, captivating audiences, and driving revenue. KEY TAKEAWAYS [00:01:10] The significance of storytelling in sales for both salespeople and executives. [00:01:27] Und...
Dec 31, 2023•9 min
John McMahon and John Kaplan as they express gratitude to their dedicated audience while reflecting on the impactful moments of 2023. In this festive episode, the duo discusses the diverse array of esteemed guests, key takeaways, and listener engagement that shaped the Revenue Builders Podcast. From top-tier executives to specific sales strategies, the hosts invite feedback and suggestions for future episodes. They also share exciting plans for 2024 and offer a heartfelt holiday message to their...
Dec 24, 2023•3 min
