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  • S6E36 - Navigating the Shift from Remote to Hybrid: Strategies for Sales Teams

    S6E36 - Navigating the Shift from Remote to Hybrid: Strategies for Sales Teams
    2025/11/24
    In this episode of the Surf and Sales podcast, Scott Leese and Richard Harris sit down with Victor Vatus, the CEO and founder of TrackRec, to discuss the evolving landscape of sales hiring and the challenges facing both employers and candidates. Victor shares insights on the growing demand for industry-specific experience, the shift from remote to hybrid work, and the concerning trend of "overemployment" among some sales professionals. The conversation delves into the nuances of how different industries approach hiring, the importance of building a strong company culture, and the long-term consequences of trying to "double-dip" on jobs. Whether you're a sales leader navigating the changing hiring landscape or a salesperson looking to stay ahead of the curve, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to learn how to position yourself for success in the ever-evolving world of sales.
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    33 分
  • S6E35 - Chris Albro -From Fish Washer to CRO: An Unconventional Path to Sales Leadership

    S6E35 - Chris Albro -From Fish Washer to CRO: An Unconventional Path to Sales Leadership
    2025/11/17
    Chris Albro, the CRO of People.ai joins the Surf and Sales podcast. We discuss the challenges of maintaining data quality in CRMs, how to proactively addresses customer concerns around AI, and the generational differences in work ethic and expectations. Chris also shares insights on the evolving sales landscape, the impact of AI, and the importance of empathy and execution. And the next www.surfandsales.com event is happening in November 2026. #PuraVida
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    50 分
  • S6E34 - Jack Frimston - Dialing for Dollars Better with Sales Therapy

    S6E34 - Jack Frimston - Dialing for Dollars Better with Sales Therapy
    2025/09/22
    Jack Frimston joins the Surf and Sales podcast and shares amazing insights on brining the humanity back into sales including: The power of the "memento mori" mindset: Frimston explains how the Stoic principle of "remembering you will die" can help sales reps maintain a healthy perspective and focus on truly serving their clients. Mastering the art of outbound prospecting: Frimston discusses the differences in phone engagement between the UK and US markets, offering insights on how to navigate the "Wild West" of outbound sales in the modern era. Applying therapeutic techniques to sales: Incorporating strategies from Alcoholics Anonymous and Socratic questioning into his sales framework, helping reps build genuine connections with buyers.
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    34 分
  • S6E33 - Mark Hunter - Your commission breath ruins authenticity

    S6E33 - Mark Hunter - Your commission breath ruins authenticity
    2025/09/15
    Sales legend Mark Hunter joins Scott Leese and Richard Harris for a can't-miss conversation packed with practical sales wisdom and plenty of laughs. Mark shares his proven strategies for building genuine relationships, staying focused on the right prospects, and maintaining a positive mindset - even when the game seems rigged against you. Everything discussed in this podcast is practical and easy to understand and implment. Here are just a few The 'power of belief' that can turn any sales situation around Mark's '10 AM Rule' for starting each day with a win The surprising reason why 25 quality conversations per week is all you need
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    45 分
  • S6E32 - Guillaume Jacquet - The Formula for Predictable Growth

    S6E32 - Guillaume Jacquet - The Formula for Predictable Growth
    2025/09/15
    Scott, Richard, and Guillaume "G" Jacquet, the co-founder and CEO of Vasco, dive into the challenges of building a predictable revenue engine for startups and scale-ups. G shares his hard-earned lessons from his first entrepreneurial venture, emphasizing the importance of finding your ideal customer profile and developing a repeatable sales process before scaling. Scott and Richard offer their seasoned advice, stressing the need to simplify messaging, avoid buzzwords, and focus on the specific pains you solve rather than just listing product features. The trio also discusses the tricky balance of founder-led sales versus bringing on the first sales hires, and how to effectively document and transfer that institutional knowledge. #FounderLedSales #RevenueGrowth #IdealCustomerProfile #SalesProcess #PredictableRevenue
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    43 分
  • S6E30 - David Knight - How to Bring Back the Fun in Sales Coaching

    S6E30 - David Knight - How to Bring Back the Fun in Sales Coaching
    2025/08/11
    With AI Sales Coaching tools being all the rage these days it's hard to understand where the differentiation truly exists. How do you do this at the founder and early stage level for start-ups? Where do avatars, holograms, and leaderboards fit in? How do you innovate in an AI market where things literally change by the day? We tackle these questions and a ton more with our guest, Founder of Avarra.ai, David Knight. And a special guest appearance by Brandon Redlinger as well. Sales podcast Sales strategies Sales tactics Sales tools Sales leadership Sales team building Quota attainment Sales success
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    45 分
  • S6E31 - Dan O'Sullivan - Treat outbound sales messaging like a haiku

    S6E31 - Dan O'Sullivan - Treat outbound sales messaging like a haiku
    2025/08/11
    In this episode, we sit down with Dan O'Sullivan, a sales veteran who spent 26 years building a $1.2 billion sales organization at TransPerfect. Dan shares his unique insights on the art of outbound sales, particularly when targeting enterprise customers. He discusses the importance of understanding a client's strategic priorities, crafting concise yet impactful outreach, and the value of hiring and training local sales talent when expanding globally. Dan also talks about his work with the non-profit "Provide the Slide," which collects and distributes surfboards to underserved communities in West Africa. This conversation is a must-listen for any sales professional looking to hone their skills and gain a new perspective on effective outbound strategies. https://providetheslide.com/
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    52 分
  • S6E28 - Eldad Postan-Koren - Blunt Truths and Bold Moves

    S6E28 - Eldad Postan-Koren - Blunt Truths and Bold Moves
    2025/08/04
    Join Richard Harris, Scott Leese, and special guest Eldad Postan-Koren, CEO of WINN.AI, as they dive into the unique challenges and opportunities facing international startups breaking into the U.S. market. Hear their candid perspectives on the evolving sales landscape, the power of bold marketing moves, and the importance of complementary skill sets on a founding team. This episode is packed with insights on topics like the "chutzpah" of Israeli entrepreneurs, the pros and cons of direct communication styles, and the future of sales prospecting. Whether you're an aspiring founder or a sales leader looking to stay ahead of the curve, this podcast has something for you. Get ready for a refreshingly honest and entertaining discussion on the "vibe" of modern sales.
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    40 分