In this episode of the B2B Sales Trends podcast, host Harry Kendlbacher delves into the core principles of elite salesmanship with Ryan Bott, Chief Sales Officer of Fullcast. The conversation kicks off with a candid discussion on the impact of low win rates on sales team morale and culture. Ryan shares his insights gleaned from years of experience, identifying three critical pillars for sales success: product, productivity, and pipeline. He recounts his breakthrough moment during a quarterly business review and how it transformed his approach to sales strategy. The discussion also touches upon the evolving role of sales development reps in the era of AI-driven technologies, with Ryan introducing the concept of Sales Development Operators (SDOs). The episode concludes with Ryan outlining the top three skills and behaviors every elite salesperson must possess: curiosity, teamwork, and ownership of forecasts. Tune in for actionable insights and strategies to elevate your sales game to the next level.

30. The Three Pillars of Elite Salesmanship

In this captivating episode of the B2B Sales Trends Podcast, host Harry Kendlbacher engages in a dynamic discussion with Joe Dabrowski, the VP of Sales for the Americas at Rubrik. Drawing inspiration from the legendary Wayne Gretzky, known as "The Great One" in hockey, Joe shares invaluable insights on how to channel Gretzky's winning mentality in the realm of sales.

With over two decades of experience in the tech sales industry, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge to the table as he reflects on his journey from selling patio furniture to leading successful sales teams. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of mastering the game of sales, just as Gretzky mastered the game of hockey.

Joe delves into practical strategies for building successful sales teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and aligning sales efforts with customer outcomes. He also explores the significance of creating urgency in closing deals and the art of asking thought-provoking questions to drive meaningful conversations with prospects.

Drawing parallels between sales and sports, Joe shares insights from the "Wayne Gretzky story," highlighting how adopting Gretzky's mindset can lead to success in sales. Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or just starting out in the industry, this episode offers actionable advice and proven strategies to elevate your sales game and achieve remarkable results.

Tune in now to discover how to channel "The Great One's" mentality in sales and unlock your full potential as a sales leader!

31. Channeling the Great One: Strategies for Building and Leading Sales Teams in Tech

Une capsule Performance & Harmonie avec Stéphane & Camille
Le lien vers notre répondeur : https://www.vodio.fr/repondeur/662/

Comment rester motivé quand on vend ?
Et comment faire face au stress, aux doutes ou à la perte de sens dans son quotidien commercial ?

Dans cet épisode percutant et sincère, Stéphane Depaepe et Camille de Meeûs abordent les vraies sources de motivation au travail, en particulier dans les métiers de la vente. Avec humour et lucidité, ils questionnent ce qui pousse (ou freine) l’action : valeurs personnelles, pression des résultats, technostress, reconnaissance, formation, management…

À écouter si :
- Vous sentez votre motivation en dents de scie
- Vous encadrez une équipe commerciale
- Vous voulez concilier performance et alignement personnel

On y parle de :
- Besoins vs valeurs fondamentales
- Motivation interne vs motivation externe
- Bon stress vs mauvais stress
- Incertitude dans la vente et gestion des émotions
- Formation, flow, burn-out, bore-out…

Un épisode aussi utile aux managers qu’aux commerciaux, avec des clés concrètes pour retrouver du sens, de l’engagement, et éviter de s’épuiser.

Série : Performance & Harmonie – Les capsules de savoir de PHCom
Durée : 12 min 54
Enregistré au studio de The Podcast Factory Org, chez transforma bxl
Transcription disponible dans l’article sur phcom.be


Episode #009: La motivation des personnes

I found myself a little hypocritical in the previous episode - trying to maybe make everything sound so easy when in truth getting into good habits in any part of your life can be anything but easy.
I felt it important to reframe a few things - it is a struggle for me in loads of areas and I try hard to inject some stability and form rituals where i can in order to improve myself, in the margins.

Small, steady improvements might make big differences over the longer term but they 100% have greater impact over doing nothing.

For me, Im cutting out media for a few days - I find watching anything about Palestine now a torture and something that Impacts my own well being. 

On the up side, I am happy to recommend a few apps - one is Merlin, the other Picture this - but handy for the immersion in nature experience.

The other is NO THANKS - an app that tells you which companies are directly linked in supporting countries whose ethics you might find somewhat despicable.





'The Process is the Goal' - Addendum

Sales performance is evolving fast - and in the age of AI, elite teams need more than just strategy. They need culture, coaching, and customer readiness. In this episode of B2B Sales Trends, Harry Kendlbacher sits down with Justin Geib, Regional VP NEMA at Dynatrace (formerly at Dell Technologies), to explore how top leaders are building high-performing sales cultures that thrive in a world where AI reshapes every customer interaction.

🔗 Explore more insights: www.globalperformancegroup.com

You’ll learn:
– Why hiring and retaining A-players is about more than résumés
– How sales coaching and culture fuel elite team performance
– Where AI helps sellers win - and where the human edge still matters
– Why customers are more prepared than ever (and how to stay ahead)

76. The Age of AI and Sales Performance: Building Elite Teams with Justin Geib

The healthcare sales process is more complex than ever — with AI committees, long sales cycles, and multiple stakeholders shaping every deal. In this episode of the B2B Sales Trends Podcast, Harry Kendlbacher sits down with Stacy Faught, National Director of Sales and Marketing, North America, Clinical Decision Support Products at Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, to explore how elite sellers build trust and relationships at every level to win in today’s environment.

🔗 Explore more insights: www.globalperformancegroup.com

You’ll learn:

- How to build multi-level “zipper relationships” that protect your deals
- Why AI in healthcare sales adds new complexity to the buying process
- How to balance patience and persistence in long sales cycles
- The role of value selling and storytelling in closing critical opportunities
- Stacy’s best sales tips for thriving in a VUCA environment

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: Harry welcomes Stacy Faught to discuss the healthcare sales process
02:10 – Why AI committees make healthcare sales more complex
05:02 – How long sales cycles impact sellers and customers
07:20 – Patience vs. persistence: sales tips for navigating hospital buying
08:45 – Button vs. zipper: how to build relationships at every level
12:03 – Thriving in uncertainty: VUCA tolerance in healthcare sales
16:08 – Top 3 qualities of elite sellers: listening, value selling, storytelling

💡 Key Takeaways

- AI adoption in hospitals introduces new committees and adds layers to the sales process.
- Elite sellers create zipper relationships instead of relying on a single champion.
- Compassion and empathy are essential when buyers face long, frustrating sales cycles.
- Value selling and storytelling build the emotional connection that closes deals.
- Resilience and VUCA tolerance are what separate top sales performers.

👤 About Guest

Stacy Faught is National Director of Sales and Marketing, North America, Clinical Decision Support Products at Beckman Coulter Diagnostics. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare sales and marketing, Stacy specializes in guiding hospitals through complex buying processes, AI adoption, and building elite sales teams that win.

Connect with Stacy Faught on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-faught-b601905/

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77. The Healthcare Sales Process: How to Build Relationships at Every Level

Helping ambitious SMEs and sales leaders unlock performance through strategic coaching, sales training, and practical growth advice rooted in 20 years of real-world experience.

I’m Paul McAnallen, founder of Shift Control, a consultancy that works with SMEs, sales leaders, and founders across Ireland to improve sales performance and leadership effectiveness.

Over the last 20 years, I’ve helped hundreds of businesses accelerate sales through strategy, coaching, and leadership development. From creating go-to-market strategies to developing SDR teams and mentoring senior sales professionals, I bring a no-nonsense, high-impact approach to driving commercial growth.

With deep cross-industry experience and a commitment to clarity and action, I work as a trusted growth partner — not just a trainer — helping businesses turn potential into performance.

This podcast is dedicated to sales leaders in the B2B space, where we share conversations about innovative and successful sales transformations to keep you up to date on the latest trends that will help you to effectively tackle the challenge of constructing and executing a profitable and sustainable sales process.

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