Summary
Scott Lease has been part of 11 exits, and worked with 12 unicorns. He's got one of the most storied backgrounds in Silicon Valley and has since made the move to Austin to continue building and scaling sales organizations.
In this episode, he emphasizes the importance of putting sales processes on paper and customizing solutions for each company. So many people run their sales orgs from their heads - it doesnt work!
Scott also highlights the significance of tracking leading indicators and results in sales. He shares his motivation and mindset, drawing inspiration from athletes like Michael Jordan and Tom Brady. Scott reflects on memorable deals and discusses his plans for the future, including diversifying income streams. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of enjoying the daily activities in sales.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:04 Moving to Austin and Changing Sales Organizations
05:51 Customizing Sales Solutions
08:59 The Importance of Putting Sales Processes on Paper
11:53 Tracking Leading Indicators and Results
15:59 Motivation and Mindset in Sales
22:49 Staying Motivated and Planning for the Future
29:12 Creating a Great Day in Sales
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