Posts in Start-up
The Value of Cadence as a Solopreneur

In the end, while the figures will vary, my conviction is that the ideal falls within 15-25% of your time—translating to 6-10 hours weekly. The secret to success isn’t merely the quantity but the regularity of business development efforts, with a daily commitment being the gold standard.

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The Pitfalls of Overemphasizing Personal Chemistry in Selecting the First Sales VP for Your Start-Up

As a startup CEO, the decision to hire your first Sales VP holds significant weight in shaping the trajectory of your company. While personal chemistry between you and the finalists may seem appealing, it's essential to recognize the potential risks of relying too heavily on this factor in the final decision-making process.

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Start-ups Have a Growth Opportunity Advantage

Despite a challenging economic climate, startups are well-positioned to accelerate efficient growth this year. Even the slightest performance improvements amplify growth, fueling already motivated employees and stakeholders. Speed and agility are powerful when building an efficient revenue machine. 

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The Future of Fractional Talent: Navigating Scalability in a Dynamic Business Landscape

Discover how fractional talent is reshaping the future of business and learn how to effectively integrate these valuable resources into your organizational strategy. Stay ahead in a rapidly changing environment with fractional talent strategies.

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Moving Beyond the Founder – Making Sales the Key Catalyst to Growth

As a start-up gears up for a Series A investment, early-phase scaling becomes imperative to secure funding. In the absence of a foolproof playbook, the path forward is far from clear-cut or universally acknowledged. The typical playbook often suggests hiring a VP of Sales, a move fraught with challenges:

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What is the role of the CRO, really?

Most CRO’s are really focused primarily on New Logo Sales. Often, the CRO has a peer called the Chief Marketing Officer who is goaled on metrics related to Reputation and Demand Gen (leads).  There is another peer, the Chief Customer Officer or Head of Customer Success who is goaled on Adoption, Renewals, and sometimes Expansion.

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Building a Business and Conquering a Marathon -- Parallels

I recently ran the NYC Marathon, crossing the finish line in seven hours after a 26.2 mile run through that world-class city. I'm still riding the "high" of this exhilarating experience, and thinking a lot about the analogies of a marathon and lessons in other parts of our lives -- like business building. 

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What's the Right Time to Hire a Sales Leader?

"We will wait to hire a sales leader until we have more customers."  While it may seem like a prudent approach to save resources, this strategy can have both advantages and disadvantages. Here's some thoughts as we explore what might be behind this statement and whether it's a wise decision for a growing company.

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Scaling Through Sales: How Sales Leaders Drive Business Growth

In the exhilarating universe of startups and glamorous founders, Sales Leaders are often unsung heroes, guiding businesses through the tumultuous journey of hyper-growth. Their innovative strategies, customer focus, process-centric approach, adaptability, and team leadership form the backbone of a startup's success story.

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The Commitment of a Fractional Executive

Their future work relies upon referrals and a successful track record. Interim and Fractional Executives are paid on the understanding of goals and objectives being performed and delivered, and not merely based on attendance.

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