13 min

Busting the 5 Biggest Myths of Key Account Management The KAM Club Podcast

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Unlock the mysteries of key account management (KAM)! This episode tackles 5 common misconceptions, revealing the realities and challenges KAMs face. Buckle up for insights and action steps to level up your game




Myth 1: KAM is all about maintaining relationships, not sales.
Myth 2: Key account managers only handle a few clients.
Myth 3: KAMs always side with the client, avoiding conflict.
Myth 4: KAMs are isolated from the rest of the organisation.
Myth 5: The role of key account management is becoming obsolete with AI and automation.



Resources & Links:


Day in the Life of a Key Account Manager Video: youtu.be/g973DKj49JA
What is Key Account Management Video: youtu.be/elFa2kcaQ_s
The KAM Club: thekamclub.com
Episode Show notes. tkcpodcast.com/036


About The KAM Club:
The KAM Club podcast is dedicated to helping busy key account managers get one step ahead. Listen for news, trends, tips, best practices and advice on how to have a successful career in key account management.


Join the Community: Visit thekamclub.com for exclusive content, training, and one-to-one coaching.

Subscribe: Don't miss out on future insights. Subscribe to The KAM Club podcast now.

Feedback: Loved this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!

Stay in Touch: Subscribe to Account Minded newsletter at accountminded.me and follow us on Telegram at t.me/thekamclub


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Unlock the mysteries of key account management (KAM)! This episode tackles 5 common misconceptions, revealing the realities and challenges KAMs face. Buckle up for insights and action steps to level up your game




Myth 1: KAM is all about maintaining relationships, not sales.
Myth 2: Key account managers only handle a few clients.
Myth 3: KAMs always side with the client, avoiding conflict.
Myth 4: KAMs are isolated from the rest of the organisation.
Myth 5: The role of key account management is becoming obsolete with AI and automation.



Resources & Links:


Day in the Life of a Key Account Manager Video: youtu.be/g973DKj49JA
What is Key Account Management Video: youtu.be/elFa2kcaQ_s
The KAM Club: thekamclub.com
Episode Show notes. tkcpodcast.com/036


About The KAM Club:
The KAM Club podcast is dedicated to helping busy key account managers get one step ahead. Listen for news, trends, tips, best practices and advice on how to have a successful career in key account management.


Join the Community: Visit thekamclub.com for exclusive content, training, and one-to-one coaching.

Subscribe: Don't miss out on future insights. Subscribe to The KAM Club podcast now.

Feedback: Loved this episode? Leave us a review and let us know your thoughts!

Stay in Touch: Subscribe to Account Minded newsletter at accountminded.me and follow us on Telegram at t.me/thekamclub


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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-kam-club/message

13 min