Revenue Execution: Defining the Standard for Revenue Excellence

The world of B2B SaaS has fundamentally changed. The era of "growth at all costs" is behind us, and the margin for error has disappeared. In a market defined by tighter budgets and the rapid rise of AI, the old playbooks for execution simply don’t work anymore.You’ve invested in the right GTM strategy and enablement programs. But if your sales process is still scattered across static documents while the market demands speed and precision, you are left with unpredictable results.It’s time to bridge the gap between theory and the new reality of execution.We are excited to announce the launch of Revenue Execution: Defining the Standard for Revenue Excellence, a new podcast launching on December 2nd.Hosted by Accord CEO and Co-Founder, Ross Rich, this show is for leaders dedicated to transforming sales theory into results. We skip the fluff to have honest conversations with the industry’s most successful leaders about the reality of building revenue infrastructure.Tune in each week as we break down how top leaders:Transform sales processes into enforceable revenue infrastructure.Get real ROI from their biggest investments: people and process.Operationalize AI to enforce playbooks that make every rep execute like a top performer.Create standards that drive consistency across the entire team.If you want to learn directly from tech’s top revenue leaders and operators about how they build their engines, this is the podcast for you.We are kicking things off with an incredible lineup of leaders navigating these shifts right now:Andrew Zinger – Senior Global Director, Global Revenue Enablement at FastlyVanessa Brangwyn – CRO at MotusJordan Watson – Director, Customer First Enablement at OktaChris Perry – CRO at CartaLaunching December 2nd on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.  

This week, we're going into the archives to bring back our classic conversation with Cale Tully, VP of Enterprise & Mid-Market Sales at Sprout Social.Drawing on his 11 years in leadership at Salesforce, Cale joins Ross to discuss three timeless tips for operationalizing deal excellence. They cover understanding the three 'whys' behind your prospect’s motivations, maintaining deal momentum through frequent communication, and calibrating deal risk to ensure success.

Kyle Norton, CRO at Owner.com, brings over a decade of sales leadership experience to the discussion. He shares invaluable insights on operationalizing deal excellence and the role of the Chief Revenue Officer in startups. The conversation delves into the power of documenting processes and conducting dry runs to improve team dynamics. Kyle emphasizes the need for structured sales processes that foster accountability and creativity, while also highlighting the significance of a strong company culture in navigating growth challenges.

Our guest for Episode 88 is Kunal Pandya, VP Global Revenue Enablement at Corsearch. With a career rooted in the tech industry, Kunal has worn many hats including as investor, founder, and senior leader. Prior to joining Corsearch, he held leadership roles at SAP, Taulia, and UserZoom. In this episode, Ross and Kunal discuss data-driven enablement, exploring leadership and strategy and effective coaching in practice. 

Dana Therrien, VP of Sales Performance Management at Anaplan, brings over 20 years of expertise from military finance to corporate strategy. He emphasizes the importance of a decisive approach to go-to-market planning for a fast start in sales. Key topics include the complexities of compensation and account segmentation, effective territory planning, and why selecting the right market is crucial. Therrien also discusses how automation can fix broken sales planning processes and the competitive advantage of decisiveness in achieving growth.

If your big deals are stalling, John McMahon says it likely comes down to one mistake: confusing a coach with a champion.We're re-releasing one of our most popular episodes ever with the legendary John McMahon, former CRO at iconic companies like PTC and Ariba and author of The Qualified Sales Leader. He joins Ross to deliver some famously direct truths about what it really takes to win.This isn't about complex theories. It's about getting the fundamentals right. Here are three things you'll learn from John in this episode:The Coach vs. Champion Test: A coach gives you information, but a champion has influence and gets you to the economic buyer. Learn John's simple test to find out which one you really have.Make Fundamentals Muscle Memory: Reps can't listen if they're busy trying to remember the playbook. John explains how to turn your process into an instinct, freeing up reps to actually focus on navigating the deal.How to Compete Against Everyone: You're no longer just competing against other vendors. You're up against every other investment the CFO is reviewing. Learn how to ensure your champion is ready to fight for your business case.

Welcome to Season 3 of 10/10 GTM: The Podcast for Revenue Leaders!Today, we’re taking you straight to the floor of RevOpsAF, where Ross chats with three senior leaders in Revenue Operations. Joining the conversation are Jeff Vanzant, Senior Director of RevOps at DailyPay, Matt Lauer, Director of RevOps at Consensus, and Tessa Whittaker, VP of RevOps at ZoomInfo. After spending time with some of the world’s top GTM leaders, one consistent theme stood out: no matter how the function evolves, RevOps leadership is the force multiplier. It’s what drives GTMt alignment and revenue efficiency, especially across the famously strong personalities of marketing, sales, and executive teams.

We're bringing back some fan favorite episodes! This week, we're bringing back Nicole Brambila's interview from January 2024. Nicole Brambila is the CRO at Medely. Nicole brings more than a decade of sales leadership experience to the conversation. Before Medely, Nicole worked at Deputy, Eventbrite, and LoopNet. In this episode, Ross and Nicole discuss how to operationalize deal excellence by being curious and intuitive, and following proven processes.

Our guest for Episode 82 is Sean Brophy, Head of Global Sales, Pigment. With over two decades of sales experience focused on data and analytics, Sean brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.In this episode, Ross and Sean discuss Sean’s three vital focus areas that drive sales excellence — people, pipeline, and enablement. When these elements are refined and aligned, they create a circular effect that fuels fuel pipeline growth and ARR.

Welcome to Season 3 of 10/10 GTM: The Podcast for Revenue Leaders!Our guest for Episode 81 is Eric Agnew, CRO, Ignitium. Over the past seven years, Eric has played a pivotal role in the company's growth, serving in key leadership positions including CRO, VP of Customer Success, and VP of Account-Based Marketing. With 10+ years of experience in sales and marketing, Eric brings a wealth of insight to the conversation.In this episode, Ross and Eric discuss why your clients' success directly drives your own, how authenticity builds trust and long-term value in business relationships, and why the race to find and engage buyers first determines who wins in the market.