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The Revenue Formula

7 GTM problems everyone has, and how to fix them (with Eddie Reynolds)

Oct 3, 2024
Joining the discussion is Eddie Reynolds, a SaaS sales expert specializing in go-to-market strategies for scaling businesses. He reveals seven common pitfalls companies encounter while growing, including the misalignment between sales and marketing and challenges in lead routing. Eddie stresses the importance of strong revenue leadership for success. The podcast also dives into the intricacies of outbound sales amidst economic pressures, the significance of accurate sales forecasting, and the necessity of clean data for effective decision-making.
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Quick takeaways

  • Misalignment between marketing and sales teams often leads to confusion and ineffective lead conversion strategies within companies.
  • Ineffective inbound lead routing, where valuable prospects are assigned to inexperienced representatives, can result in lost sales opportunities.

Deep dives

Challenges in Aligning Goals Across Teams

Companies often struggle when their marketing, sales, and customer success teams work in silos, lacking a unified revenue leader. When each team has different targets and incentives, they tend to operate independently rather than collaboratively, resulting in conflicting strategies. This misalignment leads to confusion when measuring success or converting leads into revenue, as different departments may provide varied interpretations of data. As a result, the CEO risks becoming a de facto Chief Revenue Officer, trying to mediate between teams instead of focusing on broader business strategies.

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