Revenue Makers

AI isn't just a buzzword. It's a game-changer that can revolutionize how your sales and marketing teams operate.In this powerhouse episode, Randy Littleson, CMO of Salesloft, unveils how AI is reshaping the landscape of revenue generation. From transitioning to a multi-product company to integrating cutting-edge technology without sacrificing user experience, Randy lays down precisely how Salesloft thinks about AI. Randy also delves into the human aspect, emphasizing the importance of transparent communication—a lesson he learned during various mergers and acquisitions. especially during mergers and acquisitions, and the need for patience and vision during transformation processes. His real-life anecdotes stressing the need for patience and vision during moments of transformation are a goldmine for any high-achieving revenue leader.Get ready to elevate your revenue game and be inspired by proven strategies that redefine what’s possible in sales and marketing. In this episode, you’ll learn:How embracing AI as a collaborative tool can elevate sales and marketing efforts, automate mundane tasks, and drive predictable revenue performance.Why transparent communication and integration planning are crucial for successful mergers and acquisitions.The importance of cultivating patience and maintaining a long-term vision while navigating new business opportunities.Jump into the conversation:10:33 Drift becomes a Salesloft product.13:24 Effective communication and transparency ensure consistent messaging.18:15 Collaboration is critical for ongoing campaign success.26:38 Leveraging AI to streamline and prioritize tasks.

Andela CMO Kelly Wenzel discusses revitalizing a neglected website, aligning sales and marketing, and building trust. She emphasizes the importance of clear visions, teamwork, and transparency to achieve extraordinary results amidst challenging tech landscapes and economic pressures.

Join Anthony Kennada, Founder of Audience Plus, as he discusses why B2B brands should transform into media brands. Topics include leveraging first-party data for personalized content, mastering video production, and the benefits of treating B2B brands as media companies. Learn how to enhance subscriber engagement, overcome CMS challenges, and make efficient marketing investments for deeper customer connections.

Your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) is not a static list handed down from your sales team—it's a dynamic, data-driven roadmap to revenue domination.Join hosts Saima Rashid and Adam Kaiser as they unpack the intricacies of implementing an ICP that aligns marketing and sales, garners actionable insights, and drives substantial results.In this episode, you'll learn how companies that review their ICP regularly outmaneuver those that don't. Get ready to harness the power of technographics, buying patterns, and data analytics to pinpoint your true target customers.By the end of this conversation, you'll be armed with the knowledge to transform your ICP into a revenue-generating machine. In this episode, you’ll learn: Understand the critical differences between Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and Total Addressable Market (TAM). TAM covers who you could sell to, ICP zeroes in on who you should be selling to for optimal success.Discover the steps necessary to create a strong, data-driven ICP with input from cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, finance, and product. Learn how to maintain a dynamic ICP that evolves with market trends, product changes, and customer behaviors.Things to listen for:06:06 How marketing can act as a steward of your pipeline.10:55 How to craft a dynamic ICP. 17:31 Analyze inbound data to improve your overall marketing strategy.22:56 How to generate pipeline and revenue from ICP accounts.

Gabrielle Blackwell, Senior manager for sales development at Lattice, discusses the evolving landscape of outbound sales development, emphasizing the importance of clarity in strategy, supporting the entire sales team, and the role of AI technology in streamlining sales processes. She shares insights on relationship-building, strategic thinking, and the human element in sales leadership, resonating with sales development professionals.

Approached with the right strategy, expanding enterprise contracts can lead to big wins. In this episode, Andrew Johnson, head of sales and go-to-market at Superhuman, unveils the secrets behind transitioning from B2C to B2B and leveraging Product Led Sales (PLS) to target enterprise-level accounts.Learn how Andrew's "seed, land, and expand" motion transforms small user engagements into large-scale contracts, and discover the power of product signals in building a robust sales pipeline.From understanding your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) to navigating the challenges of up-market organizations, Andrew lays out actionable insights that can immediately elevate your revenue strategy. In this episode, you’ll learn: How leveraging product signals can create a warmer, more effective sales motion by operationalizing data for both sales and customer success.Why transitioning from B2C to B2B requires a strategic messaging adjustment and the identification of key customer signals to attain traction.How defining and targeting your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) is crucial for scaling up and achieving successful product-market fit with enterprise-level accounts.Things to listen for:03:44 Product-led sales focus on usage-based signals for higher intent and a warmer customer experience.07:36 How to expand your user base through high-intent engagement.15:33 Andrew’s tips on using CRM and sales conversations.26:06 Learning to meet client needs in chaos.

Leadership in sales isn't just about crushing quotas and closing deals and if you need proof, look no further than Chris Lee. As the CRO of Zilliant and seasoned veteran from Salesforce, Siebel, and DocuSign, Chris is an expert in the less-discussed aspects of revenue leadership — mentorship, culture, and the human touch. Whether it’s navigating quirky scenarios to close a deal or mentoring new leaders in making fearless decisions, Chris’s insights remind us that at the heart of sales, it's all about people buying from people.Tune in to discover why mastering fundamental skills trumps reliance on technology and how setting clear visions can transform your team's output.In this episode, you’ll learn: How building strong personal connections can greatly enhance B2B sales success, reiterating the age-old but crucial philosophy that people buy from people they trust and know.Why mentorship and cultivating a positive work environment are key strategies for new sales leaders aiming to foster a team that balances respect and camaraderie, driving better decisions and enhancing team dynamics.The importance of viewing failures as stepping stones, akin to solving a Rubik’s cube, where each setback is an opportunity for recalibration and eventual triumph.Things to listen for:04:31 A primer on avoiding office politics10:08 How to connect with customers on a personal level.16:07 When considering sales rep success, it’s about more than just hitting the numbers. 17:03 True success comes from personal connection and understanding.26:05 Building relationships throughout the customer journey is crucial.

Maximizing revenue growth is not just about the numbers—they're about the story behind them.In this riveting second half of our conversation with the legendary Guy Kawasaki, we certainly heard some stories. Guy spoke about seeing failure as an opportunity for learning and how to cultivate a company’s soul starting with mission-driven business approaches. Never one to shy away from blunt truths, Guy laid out how embracing diversity—not just demographically but in thoughts and experiences—can propel companies to profound success.Guy is all about leading by example and ensuring every action aligns with a deeper purpose, beyond mere profit. Listen in for a chance to reflect on your leadership, the diversity of your teams, and how you handle failure—with one of the absolute best players in the game. In this episode, you’ll learn: 1. How leading by example and fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity impacts team performance and revenue growth. 2. Why diversity and inclusion aren't just checkboxes but essential components of successful companies.3. The undeniable value of experiencing failures and learning from them. Setbacks and failures are merely stepping stones on the path to achieving greater success. Things to listen for:05:12 Intelligence and ability are randomly distributed everywhere.14:03 Jane Goodall exemplifies what it means to be mission-driven.17:08 Learn from bad bosses, like Elizabeth Holmes.

Driving unprecedented revenue isn't just about great products; it's also about embodying grit, growth, and grace in your go-to-market strategies.In this captivating episode, Guy Kawasaki, the former Chief Evangelist at Apple and current Chief Evangelist at Canva and prolific author, unpacks the profound impact ethical leadership and innovative sales approaches can have on business success. Kawasaki shares how bringing "good shit" to market can fundamentally shift how products are perceived and sold.Ready to uncover the secrets to transforming your go-to-market strategy from ordinary to extraordinary by embracing a mindset that prioritizes making genuine impacts over mere transactions? Prepare to be inspired to infuse your sales and marketing efforts with creativity, morality, and, most importantly, results that matter.Join us for this first half of a two-part series to explore not just how to meet your numbers but how to redefine and achieve new heights in business and personal success straight from Guy Kawasaki. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why embracing the principles of growth, grit, and grace can transform your leadership style and the culture of your team, leading to more sustained and meaningful success in the market.How the concept of "evangelism" in sales shifts the focus from simply hitting targets to genuinely enhancing customer welfare, establishing deeper connections and loyalty within your market.The importance of product design and empathetic innovation in creating products that not only meet but anticipate customer needs. Things to listen for:05:16 Evangelism is sales with a focus on welfare.08:40 The best way to understand electric cars is to drive one. 10:47 Tech CEOs built what they wanted to use.14:18 Grace leads to change. We have an obligation to help.18:12 A mission-driven leader prioritizes excellence and innovation.

The art of gifting is not just about thoughtfulness—it can be a strategic powerhouse in the world of revenue generation.In this episode, which may prove to be the gift that keeps on giving, Kris Rudeegraap, CEO of Sendoso, unwraps the surprising might of personalized gifting in driving meaningful business connections. Explore the innovative tactics that elevate gifting from a generous gesture to a revenue-accelerating move. Learn to use intent data segmentation to fine-tune your outreach for resonant impact.Whether you're a revenue leader looking to break through the noise with something unique or a high-achiever eager to harness data for personalized buyer experiences, this episode of "Revenue Makers" has gift-giving all wrapped up. In this episode, you’ll learn: 1. The transformative power of gifting in ABM: Discover how personalized gifting can serve as a potent tool in account-based marketing, helping you cut through the clutter and create memorable interactions with potential clients. 2. Harness data and AI for precision in sales outreach: Unearth the secrets to leveraging intent signals, interest data, and AI technology to enhance the relevance of your sales approaches. 3. Expand your global reach with tailored regional strategies: Gain actionable insights into how understanding regional preferences and utilizing local resources can amplify your gifting campaigns' effectiveness. Things to listen for:04:42 Learn how to maximize your gift-giving strategies09:15 Check out a new framework that automates personalized gifting and messaging.15:19 Marketers value good advertising and gifting strategy.22:12 Customers want personalized, data-driven marketing strategies.23:56 How not to manage a warehouse in Las Vegas. 26:43 Master the international gifting market.