Episode Summary:
Kristian Pettengil, a seasoned professional with over 25 years in sales and leadership roles at Baxter Healthcare, ventured into entrepreneurship out of frustration with the traditional lead generation market. Initially reluctant to see himself as an entrepreneur, Pettengil founded a public benefits corporation designed to support nonprofits and give back to the community. His "help first" approach underscores the value of seeking advice from experienced individuals and fostering supportive relationships with business leaders for collective growth. Emphasizing the importance of community and collaboration, Pettengil’s journey highlights the need for a shift in mindset from problem-focused to solution-oriented thinking, enabling both personal and organizational success.
Here’s what to expect this episode:
Establishing a public benefits corporation to address lead generation challenges and give back to the community.
Community impact and reduced turnover rates as a result of being a public benefits corporation.
Challenges faced while starting a unique business model and the importance of learning from missteps.
Successful lead generation outcome with Tesla through effective client engagement.
Importance of addressing missteps in client onboarding and forecasting issues collaboratively.
Shift from a confrontational approach to involving team members in problem-solving discussions.
Emphasis on trust, accountability, and community support for successful business operations.
Connect with Kristian Pettengill:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristianpettengill/
Connect with Stas Balanevsky:
https://www.eosworldwide.com/stas-balanevsky
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