Sales Squad Pod

Sales Squad Pod
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Sales Squad Pod is a sales podcast for B2B and enterprise sellers who want to crush quota and accelerate their sales careers. Hosted by three seasoned operators who met in the trenches at Salesforce: • Lisa — Enterprise Account Executive • Syreeta — Frontline Sales Manager • Donna — Former Leader of Leaders We’ve carried a bag. We’ve gone to Club. We’ve built and been part of high-performing SaaS sales teams. Each week, we bring you three perspectives on the skills that separate average reps from elite operators in B2B sales and sales leadership: Join our conversations where we share real-world sales strategy, practical frameworks, and hard-earned lessons from decades inside high-performance revenue organizations. If you want to hit quota, grow into sales leadership, and build long-term career success in SaaS or enterprise sales, welcome to the Squad. New episodes weekly.

Episodes

  1. 11 HRS AGO

    S1 Ep 4: The Habits of Top Sellers (And How to Build Them)

    Everyone in sales has the same goal: hit quota. But not everyone hits it. In this episode, we explore why the difference isn’t motivation—it’s the systems and habits top sellers build every day. We break down the lessons from Atomic Habits by James Clear and how sellers can apply them to consistently build pipeline, move deals forward, and hit their number. The best sellers don’t wait until they “feel motivated.” They design daily habits that make progress inevitable. From planning outreach and calendar blocking prospecting time to focusing on small wins that create momentum, success comes from the systems you run every day. If you want more consistent results in sales, this episode will help you shift from chasing goals to building habits that compound into revenue. Key Takeaways• Goals don’t differentiate sellers, systems do • Small daily actions compound into pipeline and revenue • Motivation often follows action, not the other way around • Calendar design and environment shape your productivity • Top performers trust their process and execute consistently Check out Donna’s Newsletter  Why Motivation Is Overrated in Sales

    25 min

  2. 5D AGO

    S1 Ep 3: How to Run Your Deal Cycle Like a Seasoned Pro

    Closing a deal takes more than a strong product and a good relationship - it requires alignment across the entire buying process. In this episode, we break down how Mutual Success Plans (MSPs) help sales teams and buyers stay aligned from early discussions to final signature and implementation. The conversation explores why successful deals require visibility into every stage of the internal buying journey including procurement, legal, IT, security reviews, executive signers, and post-sale implementation. Without a clear plan that both sides agree on, deals often stall in late-stage approvals. Example template here We also discuss how top sellers use mutual plans internally and externally: externally to align with customers on timelines and responsibilities, and internally to coordinate resources, manage risk, and keep complex deals moving forward. If you’re working large or multi-stakeholder deals, understanding how to build and manage a Mutual Success Plan can be the difference between a stalled opportunity and a successful close. Key TakeawaysMutual Success Plans are essential for managing complex deals and closing successfullyStrong MSPs create alignment between sales teams and buyers throughout the purchasing processUnderstanding internal buyer steps - procurement, legal, IT, security, and signers helps prevent deal delaysMSPs should be used both externally with customers and internally with your teamClear ownership, timelines, and next steps keep deals moving toward implementation

    31 min

  3. 5D AGO

    S1 Ep 2: How to Navigate Internally to Progress Your Career

    Success in the corporate world isn’t just about doing great work - it’s about learning how to navigate the unwritten rules of career advancement. In this episode, we break down the internal game of career growth: why self-promotion matters, how confidence shapes perception, and why having sponsors inside your organization can accelerate your career. We explore the idea of “learning the business within the business,” documenting your impact, and communicating your value in a way that leadership actually notices. The conversation also challenges a common assumption about promotions: competence alone isn’t enough. Often, the people who advance are the ones who combine strong performance with confidence, visibility, and strategic positioning. If you want to move forward in your organization, this episode will help you understand how to make your impact visible, build influence internally, and position yourself for the next opportunity. Key TakeawaysSelf-promotion is a necessary skill for career advancementConfidence often shapes promotion decisions as much as competenceSponsors can play a critical role in accelerating your careerUnderstanding the “business within the business” helps you navigate internal dynamicsDocumenting and communicating your impact increases visibility and opportunity

    31 min

  4. 5D AGO

    S1 Ep 1: The Secrets of Executive Presence Every Seller Needs to Hear

    Executive presence isn’t about sounding corporate or pretending to be someone you’re not. It’s about how you show up, how you communicate, and whether people trust your perspective when the stakes are high. In this episode of Sales Squad Pod, we break down what actually creates executive presence and why it plays such a critical role in how professionals are perceived inside organizations. We explore the three core elements: Gravitas — confidence, composure, and judgment under pressureCommunication — brevity, clarity, and strong storytellingAppearance — visual cues and the impact of first impressions But executive presence goes deeper than surface polish. It comes from preparation, deep knowledge of your craft, and having a clear point of view. Whether you're presenting to executives, leading a team, or looking to elevate your career, how you show up in the room matters. In this episode we cover: Why brevity and clarity signal confidenceHow preparation strengthens credibilityThe importance of having a point of viewHow composure and confidence create gravitasWhy appearance and visual cues influence perception If you want to command the room, build influence, and show up like a leader — this episode is for you. Newsletter You aren’t born with Executive Presence, you build it over time.  LinkedIn Infographic How to Exude Executive Presence Sales Squad Pod is a podcast for serious B2B sellers and sales leaders who want practical insights, real-world experience, and the skills that separate average performers from elite operators. #Sales #Tech #Leadership #Career

    34 min
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Sales Squad Pod is a sales podcast for B2B and enterprise sellers who want to crush quota and accelerate their sales careers. Hosted by three seasoned operators who met in the trenches at Salesforce: • Lisa — Enterprise Account Executive • Syreeta — Frontline Sales Manager • Donna — Former Leader of Leaders We’ve carried a bag. We’ve gone to Club. We’ve built and been part of high-performing SaaS sales teams. Each week, we bring you three perspectives on the skills that separate average reps from elite operators in B2B sales and sales leadership: Join our conversations where we share real-world sales strategy, practical frameworks, and hard-earned lessons from decades inside high-performance revenue organizations. If you want to hit quota, grow into sales leadership, and build long-term career success in SaaS or enterprise sales, welcome to the Squad. New episodes weekly.

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