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The Audible-Ready Sales Podcast

Managing Sales Leader Deficit Disorder

May 2, 2023
Explore the struggles of salespeople under leaders with Sales Leader Deficit Disorder. Learn how to choose the right company, navigate leadership dynamics, confront toxic leadership, and empower sales leaders. Special guest Brian Walsh provides insights on salvaging relationships with sales leaders.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sales leaders must actively listen to salespeople to enhance value exchange.
  • Choosing a company with supportive leadership is crucial for sales professionals to thrive.

Deep dives

Identifying Sales Leadership Deficit Disorder

Sales leaders often fail to utilize the information they request from salespeople, leading to a lack of value exchange. This phenomenon, known as 'sales leadership deficit disorder,' highlights the disconnect between expectations and outcomes in sales interactions. Salespeople often feel unheard and underappreciated when their input is not effectively utilized by their leaders. The core issue revolves around the failure of sales leaders to leverage the resources provided by their teams, resulting in a deficit of meaningful engagement and productivity.

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