https://www.gtmaiacademy.com https://alignedup.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/galaga/ In this insightful podcast episode, Coach K interviews Gal, the CEO and co-founder of Aligned, a cutting-edge AI-powered customer collaboration platform. Gal, with his extensive 17-year experience in B2B SaaS sales, shares his journey from being a top-performing salesperson to founding a company that's revolutionizing the sales process. The conversation delves deep into how AI is transforming the sales landscape, particularly through digital sales rooms and AI-assisted buyer interactions. Gal provides valuable insights into the future of sales roles, the balance between AI and human interaction in sales, and how Aligned's technology is addressing the increasing complexity of B2B sales cycles. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of AI in sales, including potential shifts in buyer behavior, the evolution of sales roles, and the exciting possibilities that AI analytics bring to sales forecasting and decision-making. Highlight moments throughout the conversation: Gal's background and journey from sales to founding Aligned The concept of digital sales rooms and their importance in modern sales processes How AI is being integrated into Aligned's platform to enhance buyer-seller interactions Discussion on the future of sales roles and the potential impact of AI Insights into how AI can provide unique analytics and predictive capabilities in sales The balance between AI automation and human interaction in complex sales processes The potential for AI to consolidate various sales roles and increase efficiency Gal's vision for the future of AI in sales and customer collaboration Key Quotes from Gal: "We realized that the difference is, what they're doing, they're really good at first managing the complexity of the sales process, multi threading project management. So the more the better sellers really are more project managers and their enablers, and they know how to handle all of the moving parts." "We look at ourselves as a broader scope, both for customer success. A lot of our 40 percent of our customers are actually not salespeople. And are in partnerships, SDR, customer success. So it's more of a customer collaboration platform." "I don't think that AI will replace fully salespeople and I think that it can... I think that, okay let's talk. There are a few levels, SDRs, a lot of the things that we're doing Yes, AI can do and it doesn't make sense to, to have SDRs doing forever." "A single space that the seller organizes for you really helps orchestrate that buying journey. Okay, it helps you as a champion looping these people that can now see, wow, okay, I can see all of the, I can see the competitive comparison and it's a table and it's embedded there in the room." "These things, when you combine CRM data with the asynchronous interaction between the buyer and the seller And all of the behind the scenes buying journey and you take email in and you bring in calendar meetings, that could be a goldmine for decision supporting insights of how to execute the process for forecasting as well."

https://www.gtmaiacademy.com https://www.aipoweredgtm.com/ For his Custom GPT go here How to Build a Custom GPT That Saves Hours I had my man Jonathan Moss on the show again, and we dove deep into the world of custom GPTs for go-to-market strategies. Jonathan's been talking about this stuff for months, and he finally showed us the goods. He built this badass GPT that helps create comprehensive GTM plans, and let me tell you, it's impressive. We got into the nitty-gritty of how it works, why it's so useful, and the thought process behind building it. Jonathan even gave us a live demo, showing how this thing generates product descriptions, ICPs, buyer personas, and a whole lot more. It was like watching a master craftsman at work. What really blew my mind was how much time this tool saves compared to the old-school manual way of doing things. We're talking weeks or months of work condensed into a couple of hours or even minutes. Jonathan and I got into a great discussion about the importance of domain expertise when using AI - you can't just expect the machine to do all the work, you gotta bring your A-game too. We also talked about making these GPTs user-friendly, because what's the point of a tool if no one can figure out how to use it? The conversation got me fired up about the potential of this tech, especially when we started talking about using GPTs for multilingual team enablement. It's crazy to think about how far we've come and where this tech could take us in the future. Bullet highlights: Jonathan sees GPTs as starter kits for AI agents His GTM GPT incorporates 12 key steps, from product description to risk analysis The GPT uses a knowledge base of trusted GTM frameworks and resources It generates tailored content like ICPs, personas, and sales messaging They discuss how this drastically cuts down strategy development time Importance of proper context and prompting in getting good AI outputs Using GPTs for multilingual team enablement Key quotes: Coach: "They used to say that Content is king, but with AI Context is king. Because if people know context then - Trade and mark that. Trade and mark that! Seriously, because every time I prompt and I get something wrong, I'm like, I didn't give enough context. It's my fault. I'm the problem. It's not the AI's fault." Jonathan: "Think about putting like a go to market strategy like this, or even a component of that... You would sit, you would think you would ask people, you'd try to figure it out. You'd have to pull all the resources in and stuff. It would take people, it would take weeks or months to figure this out. And then now you can just have a starting point." Jonathan: "AI is not just going to go and do things for you. It's no silver bullet, but those that have domain expertise... use AI to just catapult that to another level." Jonathan: "If I go through this process, it already has so much information and insight about my go to market. It can provide me a better result on what it is that I'm looking for. And that's really the reason that I come back and use it on and on again."  

https://www.gtmaiacademy.com/ https://www.grw.ai/        "AI-Powered Sales Coaching: How GRW AI is Revolutionizing Revenue Teams" I recently sat down with Alex, co-founder and CEO of GRW AI, to discuss how his company is reshaping sales enablement through AI-powered coaching. Alex walked me through his career path, starting as a guest columnist and evolving into a tech sales leader before founding GRW AI. We dove deep into the problems plaguing sales teams today: minimal coaching, missed quotas, and high turnover rates. Alex introduced me to Taylor, GRW AI's AI-powered deal coach, explaining how it provides tailored, context-aware guidance to salespeople. He showed me how Taylor works with CRM systems, adapts to company-specific sales methods, and offers real-time advice throughout the sales process. We also covered the tech behind GRW AI, including its use of multiple large language models and ability to incorporate new AI advancements quickly. Alex shared a compelling customer success story, where a company achieved record-breaking results even after losing their sales manager, thanks to GRW AI. We addressed common concerns about AI trust and hallucination, with Alex explaining their approach to training the AI on company-specific playbooks for accuracy. Our conversation then shifted to the future of sales enablement, predicting a move towards more targeted, data-driven strategies enabled by AI. We explored AI's potential to enhance rather than replace salespeople, emphasizing that human relationships remain crucial in sales. We wrapped up by discussing how AI might reshape sales processes, with Alex suggesting that while core buying and selling dynamics may stay the same, AI will greatly improve efficiency and preparation in sales activities. 3. Bullet point highlights: - GRW AI addresses the "sales execution gap" with an AI-powered deal coach named Taylor - Taylor provides personalized, context-aware guidance throughout the sales process - GRW AI integrates with CRM systems and is trained on company-specific sales methodologies - The platform has helped customers achieve record-breaking sales results - AI in sales enablement is predicted to focus on performance improvement and data-driven approaches - The future of sales is seen as AI-augmented rather than AI-replaced - AI is expected to increase the time salespeople spend with customers by reducing administrative tasks 4. 5 Key Quotes from Alex about AI that Go-to-Market teams would find useful: 1. "Imagine if every single one of your salespeople in your organization had a deal coach available to them that had intimate knowledge of who you are, what you sell, who you sell to and your way of selling." 2. "Taylor played the part of expert manager, but the difference is Taylor can be in 10 places at once, 100 places at once and a manager can't." 3. "I think AI can, in our case anyway, certainly help sales enablement allocate time, effort, and resource towards the right things. And then also attribute that what they're doing is working." 4. "I see a world where being in sales, you're spending more time focused on the customer and less time doing the admin and that side of things." 5. "AI augmented selling is to me... like you put on the Ironman suit and I'm able to do things that I couldn't, like I'm faster, I'm stronger, I'm smarter. I'm able to do things I couldn't do before, or I'm able to do things 10, a hundred times faster and better than I could do them before."

Paul Baier, CEO and CoFounder of GAI Insights, shares his strategic insights on the urgent need for businesses to adopt generative AI. He discusses the risks of slow adoption and the challenges leaders face, from budget allocation to managing change. Baier emphasizes engaging employees in AI integration and highlights how AI can reshape job markets while creating new roles. He also discusses emerging trends in AI, such as audio interfaces and the transformation of business strategies, offering practical advice for maximizing ROI.

https://www.gtmaiacademy.com/ https://www.commsor.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mac-reddin/ I just had a great chat with Mac Reddin, the guy behind Commsor. He's got some strong opinions on AI and how we're using it in business. Mac's not anti-AI, but he's definitely skeptical. He thinks we're putting too much faith in AI, especially in sales and marketing. His main point? AI should help us connect with people, not replace those connections. We talked about how AI can be useful, but also how it can go wrong if we're not careful. Mac shared some cool examples of using AI as a tool, not a crutch. He's worried about the long-term effects of relying too much on AI, especially when it comes to building real relationships. It was a eye-opening conversation that really made me think about how we're balancing tech and human touch in business today.   Highlights of the conversation in bullet points: Mac's journey as a young entrepreneur and the creation of Commsor The concept of Commsor as an "anti-AI" platform focusing on human networks Critique of current AI implementations in sales and marketing Discussion on the potential misuse and overestimation of AI capabilities The importance of using AI as an assistant rather than a replacement for human interaction Insights on the loneliness epidemic and the need for genuine human connections Examples of how AI can be used effectively to support relationship-building Concerns about the long-term impacts of AI on human interactions and business practices Key Quotes from Mac: "We help you basically activate your company's network to drive pipeline, drive revenue." "I feel like AI to me feels a lot like the .com bubble to me, right? Internet was new. People poured money into it. This is the future. This is the future. And then, oops, not quite yet." "As soon as it becomes a pattern, it feels like a sales message and your brain just goes, nevermind." "AI should be your assistant, not your replacement. And as soon as it's used as a replacement in relationships, oof. Good luck." "I use chat GPT as a sparring partner to send it ideas and flesh things out and, take raw things and help shape them a bit more." "I wouldn't call myself, I would say I'm an AI skeptic, not an anti AI person is the best way to put it."

https://www.gtmaiacademy.com/ https://accelerateai.ca/ "Accelerating AI Adoption: Strategies for Business Transformation and Productivity Gains" In-depth summary: This episode of "The GTM AI Podcast" podcast, hosted by Jonathan Kvarfordt (Coach K), features an insightful conversation with Dr. Lisa Chillingworth Watson and Meredith Thatcher, co-founders of Accelerate AI, Inc. The discussion explores the critical role of AI in business transformation, productivity enhancement, and strategic decision-making across various industries. The conversation delves into Accelerate AI's unique approach to helping organizations assess and implement AI solutions. They highlight their AI Business Impact Assessment tool, which rapidly evaluates the potential productivity and economic impact of AI on businesses. The experts emphasize the importance of a comprehensive AI strategy that goes beyond simply adopting tools like ChatGPT or Microsoft's Copilot, stressing the need for alignment with overall business objectives, governance structures, and change management processes. Watson and Thatcher share insights on the widespread applicability of AI across industries, noting that over 98% of occupations can benefit from AI in some capacity. They discuss the potential time savings - averaging 10 hours per week per employee - and the need for organizations to strategically repurpose this gained efficiency. The conversation also touches on the challenges of change management, the importance of upskilling and reskilling employees, and the need for leadership to guide the transition to AI-augmented work environments. Highlighted sections: Introduction of Accelerate AI and its AI Business Impact Assessment tool Discussion on the definition and components of a comprehensive AI strategy Insights on AI's impact across different industries and occupations Exploration of the strategic value of AI beyond operational efficiencies Vision of an ideal AI-enabled work environment for employees   Key quotes from Lisa Chillingworth Watson and Meredith Thatcher: 1. "Our research is showing us our first round of benchmarking is showing that on average across multiple different types of industries that employees can save up to 10 hours per week per person." - Meredith Thatcher 2. "An AI strategy will encompass all of those, it's the people. It's the systems, it's the operation and the rules that govern growth and success." - Lisa Chillingworth Watson 3. "Greater than 98 percent of the occupations have a benefit from AI of some capacity. It's crazy. Which is astounding. When you think about it." - Meredith Thatcher 4. "We're showing between 18 and 24 percent of efficiency gain, easy gain, right? And so you go, wow what do you do with that time?" - Lisa Chillingworth Watson 5. "It's not just the time and the efficiencies, but now I can do things I could never do before. Or I couldn't do it fast enough. It would take too many people or the data wasn't good enough or we didn't have the technology that could dig into the data and look at it in a bigger way." - Meredith Thatcher

www.gtmaiacademy.com www.clay.com Revolutionizing Go-to-Market Strategies with AI-Powered Data Enrichment: Insights from Clay's Head of Growth Marketing I recently interviewed Bruno Estrella, Head of Growth Marketing at Clay, about their innovative approach to data enrichment and go-to-market strategies. Bruno explained how Clay differentiates itself from traditional data providers by offering a flexible, AI-powered platform that aggregates data from multiple sources. This approach significantly improves data coverage and allows for creative, customized research at scale. We discussed the evolution of outbound marketing techniques and how Clay automates many time-consuming tasks, such as manual research and data entry. Bruno emphasized the importance of having a "human in the loop" to ensure data accuracy and brand consistency, despite the increasing capabilities of AI. The conversation touched on Clay's consumption-based pricing model, which Bruno believes better aligns with customer value than traditional seat-based models. We also explored the potential impact of AI on various aspects of go-to-market strategies, including sales processes, marketing automation, and customer engagement. Bruno shared his thoughts on the future of AI in business, expressing both excitement about its potential to streamline mundane tasks and concern about the risk of over-automation damaging AI's reputation. He predicted that the buyer's journey will evolve, with more technical and informed buyers seeking direct access to product information and demos before engaging with sales teams. Bullet points of highlighted moments for GTM professionals: - Clay aggregates data from 80+ providers, improving data coverage and accuracy - AI automates qualitative research, transforming it into structured data points - Consumption-based pricing model aligns product value with customer usage - Importance of maintaining human oversight in AI-driven processes - Prediction: GTM teams will focus more on systems and automations to qualify leads - Future buyers expected to be more technically informed and ready to purchase when engaging with sales Key Quotes from Bruno: "Clay is different because Clay is very much it's a very flexible product. So you can, we bring, you can bring data from the typical databases that people bring." "We actually aggregate multiple data providers. So if you want to find someone's email, let's say let's say you want to find someone's work email. And we, we try one data provider and you can see this happening." "If you can think of what's the best case scenario, you could probably do it from an enrichment point of view. Cause like you can actually grab the data because it's very qualitative. You can actually transform qualitative information to quantitative using AI." "We truly believe that you should pay for what you get and you should pay for consumption of the product." "I think there's still going to be some level of qualification. There's still going to be human, but there's going to be some evolution, like with the types of questions, the types of engagements that you do on these steps before people buy."

https://www.gtmaiacademy.com. https://www.liminal.ai/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevindepopas/ Securing AI: How Liminal is Revolutionizing Enterprise-Wide AI Adoption Kevin DePopas   Head of Go-to-Market at Liminal , shares invaluable insights on the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI in large enterprises. He discusses how Liminal's innovative approach to AI security is enabling companies to harness the power of generative AI without compromising sensitive data. Kevin also offers a fresh perspective on AI adoption strategies, emphasizing the importance of user-centric deployment over ROI-focused use cases. Liminal https://www.liminal.ai/ acts as a governance layer between AI tools and users, ensuring security and compliance. They provide solutions that manage and monitor AI systems, helping businesses maintain control and trust in their AI operations. By implementing Liminal.ai’s tools, companies can confidently use AI technologies while safeguarding data and adhering to regulatory standards. Bullet highlights: The rise of "shadow AI" and why firewalling access isn't the solution Liminal's unique approach to securing generative AI in regulated industries The shift from use case-driven to user adoption-focused AI implementation The potential emergence and evolution of the Chief AI Officer role Innovative ways to leverage voice recognition in AI interactions Key Quotes from Kevin DePopas : "Tying your generative AI deployments to hardline ROI and on a use case by use case basis, it can actually delay you quite significantly... The best way to get generative AI into the business is to start with what employees are already using." "We're trying to shift the conversation... focus on user adoption first. There's plenty of studies out there showing if you get your users effectively using generative AI, they're going to be much more efficient." "I rapidly see [the CISO's role] changing where the CISO is a part of a much larger kind of decision-making process... a lot of organizations are creating these centers of excellence that are a lot of different departments recommending people to be on this committee and they're making decisions as a committee." "I think we see a lot of technologies in the near future... stop being 'AI'. It's just going to become table stakes, right? If you're not leveraging AI, it'd be like not leveraging natural language processing in your search functionality within your application."

https://www.gtmaiacademy.com. https://www.tofuhq.com/ MARKETING POWERED BY AI I recently interviewed Elaine Zelby CoFounder and CEO of Tofu , an AI-powered marketing tool. We discussed her journey from mechanical engineering to venture capital and eventually founding her own AI company. Elaine shared insights on the challenges in marketing, particularly the proliferation of tools and the labor-intensive nature of content creation. She explained how Tofu aims to automate top-of-funnel activities for B2B companies, leveraging AI to create personalized, omnichannel campaigns. We explored the technical aspects of Tofu, including its use of various AI models and quality evaluation frameworks. Elaine also offered advice on evaluating AI tools, emphasizing the importance of addressing specific pain points and integrating seamlessly with existing workflows. We touched on the future of AI in marketing, particularly in imagery and video creation, and discussed the potential for more specialized B2B-focused AI models. Bullet Points of Highlights: - Tofu automates top-of-funnel marketing activities for B2B companies - The tool uses a combination of AI models, selecting the best one for each task - Elaine emphasizes the importance of workflow integration in AI tool adoption - Future developments in AI for marketing may include better imagery and video creation - Elaine advocates for a bottom-up approach to AI adoption in marketing teams Key Quotes from Elaine: 1. "The big play, hence the name Tofu , it's really put the entire top of funnel on autopilot for B2B companies." 2. "We take this very seriously because quality of the outputs is what's going to get usage and retention." 3. "I think given the fact that the models are improving so quickly to where I think the winners will be, and this is also putting my investor hat back on where I think the winners are going to come from are the people who deeply nail workflow for a very specific persona." 4. "I've asked probably a hundred CMOs a question on whether they're taking a top down or bottoms up approach to AI adoption. And what I'm finding and how I would guide marketing leaders, or go to market leaders, is to do the bottoms up adoption route." Take a listen and tell me what you think!

Former McKinsey consultant turned edtech entrepreneur, Vince Jeong discusses Sparkwise's AI-powered group learning for corporate education. Topics include challenges of virtual learning, benefits of AI in education, and addressing low AI adoption rates in companies. Emphasizes critical thinking alongside AI, risks of AI reliance, and innovative learning approaches.