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What I Wish I Knew

What I Wish I Knew

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Join our host, Jacklyn Lane, as she chats with experts about sales industry topics that... you guessed it... you wish you knew more about. Quota woes to seller motivation, and all the tech in between, dive into insights, stats, trends, and all the important details that'll keep you ahead of the game.
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Top 5 Sales Tips | 2023 Sales Insights Unwrapped

What I Wish I KnewJan 11, 2024

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Elevate Your SPM Strategy | ft. Special Guest Bettina Kaemmerer

Elevate Your SPM Strategy | ft. Special Guest Bettina Kaemmerer

Sales organizations in EMEA are grappling with a market that's as predictable as London weather ā˜€ļøā˜”ļøšŸƒ.Ā 
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Compounded by different regional sales cultures and regulations, navigating this landscape requires a hefty dose of agility šŸ’Ŗ.Ā 
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But it's not just the internal challenges that EMEA sales teams face. Buyer behaviour is shifting, demanding swift responses and adaptations.Ā 
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So, how do you stay ahead in this dynamic market? It's all about cross-functional communication and the right technology.Ā 
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In this episode, we're joined by sales compensation expert, Bettina Kaemmerer. As a trusted advisor for high-performing sales organizations in EMEA, she will share her experiences and insights into how to set your sales teams up for success.Ā 
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Tune in for strategies and tactics that set successful EMEA sales teams apart, including:Ā 
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āž”ļø Understanding the impact of diverse sales cultures and regional regulationsĀ 
āž”ļø Navigating the shifts in buyer behaviors and strategies for supporting these changesĀ 
āž”ļø Managing a new level of stress for sales teams internallyĀ 

āž”ļø Executing more frequent planning to address emerging challengesĀ 
āž”ļø Implementing connected technology and securing internal buy-inĀ 
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Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or a newcomer to the EMEA market, this episode is packed with insights and strategies for elevating your performance. šŸš€Ā 

Key MomentsĀ 

00:00 IntroductionsĀ Ā 

01:27 Key Trends in the EMEA marketĀ 

03:13 Digital Transformation in the EMEA regionĀ 

04:30 Internal Sales Team ChallengesĀ 

06:18 Non-Monetary RewardsĀ 

09:52 Sales Leaders Management TacticsĀ 

13:08 Changing Buyer BehaviorsĀ 

15:19 Doing More with LessĀ 

24:00 Importance of Open CommunicationĀ 

25:59 Frequent Sales Planning cyclesĀ 

31:33 Quick QuestionsĀ 

Apr 02, 202434:15
Rethinking Sales Performance Management | ft. Special Guest James Mulligan

Rethinking Sales Performance Management | ft. Special Guest James Mulligan

Incentive Compensation tech has long stood as the cornerstone of sales performance management (SPM). However, with the explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies, sales experts are now searching for the next big game-changer.Ā 
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Sales organizations are demanding a proactive approach that connects sales planning with incentive compensation. Traditional go-to-market methods and disconnected systems make you too slow and too reactive to change.Ā 
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Join host Jacklyn Lane and special guest James Mulligan, a leader in the SPM space, as we explore the new realities of SPM and the rise of sales planning. In this episode, James will not only share his first-hand experiences of witnessing and actively participating in this SPM transformation over the years. Ā 
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Tune in as we explore:Ā 
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šŸ’” How Sales Performance Management is transforming?Ā 
šŸ’” How to effectively integrate Incentive Compensation and Sales Planning?Ā 
šŸ’” The emerging expectations from sales planning solutionsĀ 
šŸ’” How to leverage data, analytics, and AI for forward-looking insightsĀ Ā 

We also cover key finding from a recent Sales Management Association report.Ā Ā Ā 

Read the full report for insight into how you can set your team up for success in todayā€™s change-intensive environment.Ā Ā 

Key MomentsĀ 

00:00 IntroductionsĀ 

01:14 SPM: 20 years ago to nowĀ 

04:06 Empowering Sales Teams through an Integrated Sales Eco SystemĀ 

07:43 AIā€™s Impact on Sales Performance ManagementĀ 

09:34 Whatā€™s next for SPM?Ā 

12:35 The Importance of Connected GTM PlanningĀ Ā 

15:56 Managing and Adapting to ChangeĀ 

21:49 Technology and CollaborationĀ 

26:05 Quick QuestionsĀ 


Feb 27, 202430:09
The Revenue Transformation and SPM Connection | ft. Special Guests Sri Ayyeppen and David Kohari

The Revenue Transformation and SPM Connection | ft. Special Guests Sri Ayyeppen and David Kohari

Is it the right time for a revenue intelligence transformation?Ā Ā 

In this market, itā€™s not a luxury, itā€™s a must. When you invest in sales revenue planning, you understand your data and clients better, and you can make strategic decisions faster.Ā Ā Ā 

Jacklyn Lane is joined by Argano leaders Sri Ayyeppen, CRO and David Kohari, VP, Customer Success.Ā 

Tune in to discover:Ā Ā 

  • Why organizations must prioritize revenue transformation now, more than everĀ 
  • Explore the dynamics of the sales performance management market, where strategic guidance and optimization of a sales team's efforts are pivotal for reaching sales objectives
  • Why process, people and technology need to be aligned
  • How Sales Performance Management and agility are connected
  • Why you canā€™t afford to 'set it and forget it'

Key MomentsĀ 

  • 00:00 IntroductionsĀ 
  • 01:20 What is Revenue Transformation?Ā 
  • 03:08 Why Sales Performance Management is CriticalĀ 
  • 07:31 Revenue Transformation Customer Success StoryĀ 
  • 09:02 The Rise of the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)Ā 
  • 13:42 The Role of Finance in Sales Performance ManagementĀ 
  • 15:45 The Pillars of Sales Performance ManagementĀ 
  • 19:44 Key Takeaways


Jan 31, 202421:37
How to Navigate Revenue Volatility | Special Guest Ryan D'Souza
Jan 19, 202428:39
How Does Sales Comp Drive Sustainable Growth? | Special Guest Bruce Jackson, Blue Horizons Group

How Does Sales Comp Drive Sustainable Growth? | Special Guest Bruce Jackson, Blue Horizons Group

Closing the deal takes 4x the effort, with far less reward. Ā 
In a disruptive market, sellers need help.Ā 
What is your strategic secret weapon to combat volatility and build a positive sales culture? šŸ”Ā 
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šŸ“¢ Spoiler alert: Your go-to-market model and sales compensation strategies are the power duo many havenā€™t tapped into yet.Ā Ā 
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JoinĀ 
Jacklyn LaneĀ andĀ Bruce Jackson, VP of Strategy Services atĀ Blue Horizons GroupĀ as they dive into tactics and strategies for supporting sellers and driving profitable revenue growth.Ā Ā 
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Youā€™ll get valuable tactics and strategies for:Ā Ā Ā Ā 
āž”ļø Adjusting your go-to-market strategy to keep sellers engaged.Ā Ā 
āž”ļø Focusing sellers on the most productive opportunities.Ā Ā 
āž”ļø Empowering your sellers to be better negotiators.Ā Ā 
āž”ļø Making decisions based on data, not gut feel.Ā 

Don't miss this timelyĀ conversation!Ā 

Learn more about creating the sales compensation plan for your business. Boost ROI.Ā 


Jan 19, 202434:19
Why Sales Compensation Plans Must Change | Special Guest Sacha Bakht

Why Sales Compensation Plans Must Change | Special Guest Sacha Bakht

When was the last time you re-assessed your sales plan?

What are some early warning signs that indicate you need to adapt and adjust?

How does a collaborative culture help drive wins? In this episode of What I Wish I Knew, Jacklyn Lane and Sacha Bakht answer these questions and more. Who is this session for? Revenue leaders and sales professionals who are looking for tactics and strategies for: āœ” Understanding the building blocks of your comp plan āœ” Identifying early warning signs of trouble within your team āœ” Why the no-fail culture doesnā€™t lead to wins āœ” How to use data, how not to use data

Learn more about creating the best sales compensation plan for your business. Boost ROI.Ā 

Key Moments 00:00 Introduction 01:18 How to understand the health of the sales plan 07:57 Mid-year assessment best practices 11:24 Pipeline and win-rates 13:10 Identifying the sales tremors 16:28 The Impact of a supportive and collaborative sales culture 20:54 Data is not a ā€˜Gotchaā€™ mechanism 22:54 How can comp motivate good behaviors? 25:24 When to reward performance? 26:54 The power of non-monetary recognition 32:14 Wrap up

Jan 11, 202433:59
Top 5 Sales Tips | 2023 Sales Insights Unwrapped
Jan 11, 202416:02
Sales Insights: How to Future Proof for Sustainable Revenue | Special Guest Sam Cockerill
Oct 31, 202328:34
Strategies for Sales Team Success in a Volatile Market | Special Guest Amii Stephenson
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