OnBase: Smashing Sales and Marketing Misalignments Ep. 512 | Rewiring the GTM Strategy With a Systems-Based Approach
Episode Summary
In this episode of OnBase, host Chris Moody sits down with Kelly Flowers to discuss the power of systems-based strategy in driving predictable outcomes in sales development. Kelly shares her unique journey into sales, the lessons she learned from transitioning industries, and how she developed a structured approach to pipeline generation, OKRs, and sales efficiency. She also highlights the biggest challenges in sales today, the role of AI in streamlining sales processes, and the myths that hold sales teams back. With practical insights and actionable strategies, this conversation is a must-listen for revenue leaders looking to optimize their go-to-market strategies and drive consistent results.
About the Guest
Kelly Flowers serves as the AVP, of Global Sales Development at SentinelOne and previously held positions including Head of Sales and Business Development at 1Password, Director of AMER Sales Development at Databricks, and Senior Manager of Customer Success, Enterprise Renewals at New Relic, Inc.
Additionally, Kelly has experience as a Manager of Sales Development and as an SDR Manager at Wizeline, as well as serving as the San Francisco Community Chair for Women in Sales Everywhere (WISE). Kelly holds a degree in Global Studies & Spanish, International Relations from Sonoma State University and has also studied Spanish Language at Tecnológico de Monterrey.
Key Takeaways
- Systems Thinking vs. Goal Setting: Goals help you achieve one-time success, but systems-based strategies ensure sustainable, repeatable success.
- Pipeline Predictability Comes from Process: Breaking down the sales cycle into measurable inputs and outputs helps reps consistently hit quota.
- Behavior Matters as Much as Performance: Being a "quota crusher" isn’t enough—collaboration, integrity, and consistency are key to long-term success.
- AI as a Sales Multiplier, Not a Replacement: Sales professionals must leverage AI tools for research, prioritization, and process automation—but human connection remains essential.
Quotes
"Revenue intelligence makes arguments about 'who said what' obsolete by providing unfiltered, real-time data everyone can trust."
Recommended Resources
Books:
- Setting the Table by Danny Meyer
Newsletter:
- Endurance by Katie Ceccarini
Podcast:
- Grit with Joubin Mirzadegan
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