Episode Outline
[01:03] Michelle’s background
[03:12] Why you should make sure you have the demand to support your sales team before investing in the head count
[05:28] The importance of experimentation and stabilization
[07:15] The importance of cross functional partnerships and financial acumen
[09:21] How to make better decisions for your team and company.
[11:50] How to create culture within your company
[14:30] What’s next for Michelle
[17:11] How Michelle unplugs and maintains her energy
Connect with Michelle
[00:48] Walter’s background
[04:16] Common themes and mistakes Walter notices among founding teams when he starts working with them
[05:40] What do First Principles mean in the context of sales?
[07:30] How to apply an engineering mindset to sales, compassion, and truth
[09:58] Becoming a better salesperson: The 3 W’s (Steve Browne)
[15:10] Usually the biggest obstacle is oneself
[23:36] How Walter unwinds
