Bringing your CEO into a sales deal can be a game-changer, but only if done strategically. When executed correctly, involving the CEO can provide the gravitas and assurance needed to close complex deals, especially when selling to large organizations. However, without proper preparation, it can backfire, causing misalignment and confusion. Key triggers for involving the CEO include high-dollar deals, prestigious accounts, and significant lifetime value. The CEO's role should be clearly defined to convey confidence, vision, and commitment to the prospective client. Proper orchestration and practice are essential to ensure the CEO enhances rather than hinders the sales process.
Alice Heiman, the Chief Sales Energizer, is an expert in elevating sales for companies with exceptional growth potential. With over two decades of experience, Alice works closely with CEOs and sales leadership to build strategies that drive new business and grow existing accounts. Known for her energetic and strategic approach, Alice's clients benefit from her extensive knowledge in sales, which she also shares as a board member for several companies and as a lecturer at the University of Nevada.
What you'll learn:
- What are the key indicators that it's time to bring the CEO into a sales deal?
- How can sales leaders effectively prepare their CEO for a sales meeting to ensure alignment and success?
- What strategies can sales leaders use to manage and guide the CEO's involvement without losing control of the sales process?
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Resources:
Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men - by Caroline Criado Perez
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