Selling Intelligence (formerly Selling the Cloud)

In this re-released episode of Selling the Cloud , we revisit a valuable conversation with Ben Pastro, who dives into the power of partnerships in B2B tech. Ben Pastro has a long history in professional services and systems integration in the B2B Tech industry, and has several insights and perspectives on the question of if and how to make partnerships successful for a modern B2B Tech company. Aft...

Tune in as we revisit this episode, where Bob Scarperi reveals how proactive, data-driven strategies help sales teams target high-value prospects and enhance outbound success. Data-Driven - a phrase we hear often in the B2B Cloud industry - but often as an output from sales activity versus as a primary input to outbound sales activity. Bob Scarperi, has built a company that focuses on ensuring the...

Join us as we revisit this impactful episode with Joseph Fung and recognize how much has changed in B2B sales since its original airing – with the shifts introduced by COVID-19 still shaping the industry today. Joseph is a multi-time founder of B2B SaaS companies, and his experience, frustration and challenge with scaling the sales organization was the catalyst to founding a company, Uvaro, purpos...

Who better to write a book about being a VP Sales in the B2B SaaS industry, than 5x VP Sales and leading LinkedIn sales influencer, Scott Leese. Join us as we revisit this episode to dive back into Scott’s journey, insights, and strategies for navigating the complex role of a VP Sales in the fast-paced world of B2B SaaS. Scott's primary focus has been to help scale early stage B2B SaaS companies s...

Join us in our re-release of our episode featuring Eileen Voynick and her deep insights into the evolution of Customer Success in the enterprise software industry, from SAP to the modern Cloud era. Eileen Voynick has held senior operating roles and board leadership roles at companies including SAP, Oracle, Siebel Systems, All Scripts, Sparta Systems, and Chair of the Board at Jefferson Health. In...

We're revisiting this insightful episode as B2B selling continues to evolve, especially within the fast-paced world of cloud solutions. Jamie Shanks, the founder, and CEO of Sales for Life is a true pioneer in Social Selling. Speaking to Jamie is like drinking a double shot of espresso. Social media for selling was a discovery that Jamie first identified when he reversed engineer what B2B Sales pr...

Join us as we revisit this episode with Gerhard Gschwandtner, the founder of Selling Power Magazine and creator of the Sales 3.0 Conference has been teaching and training sales professionals for 30+ years. His insights on sales success and mindsets are more prevalent today than ever. On this episode, Gerhard shares his insights based upon his experiences interviewing hundreds of extremely successf...

Join us as we revisit a classic episode with Sally Duby, the Chief Sales Officer at The Bridge Group and a co-founder of the Silicon Valley VP Sales Forum who brings over 25 years of experience to the evolving world of Inside Sales and business development. In this episode of Selling the Cloud, we discuss the evolution of Inside Sales in the SaaS/Cloud industry, and specifically how Inside Sales i...

As we revisit this episode, Doug Landis' insights on storytelling in B2B sales are more important than ever. Learn how compelling stories can help differentiate and elevate your message in a crowded market. Doug Landis, Growth Partner at Emergence Capital was formerly the Chief Storyteller at Box. Before being the Chief Storyteller at Box, Doug was an executive in the Sales Productivity group at S...

We are excited to revisit this episode of Selling the Cloud. featuring Paul Melchiorre, a legendary Silicon Valley Chief Revenue Officer at leading Saas companies like Ariba and AnaPlan. Paul's unique perspectives on scaling high-growth companies, the role of a CRO, and the impact ofProduct Led Growth remains just as relevant today. Over thirty years, Paul has had the change to be a part of indust...

As the landscape of B2B marketing and sales continues to grow, it's the perfect time to revisit this insightful conversation and Michael Pollack’s perspectives on optimizing your data strategy for more effective customer acquisition. Moving from data driven to metrics informed decisions and what does this mean for customer acquisition professionals? This was a primary topic of conversation on the...

As we near the end of Q3, we thought it would be a great time to re-listen to "Transforming an Enterprise Sales Organization - with Cathy Minter, CRO at R3" Cathy shares her experiences in taking over the role of the CRO in an early stage pioneer in applying Block Chain to enterprise level application development.  The need for transformation was initially based upon the original formation of...

In this timeless episode of the Selling the Cloud podcast, we revisit a conversation with Greg Holmes, the former Chief Revenue Officer at Zoom Video Communications from 2013 to 2020. This inaugural episode remains as relevant today as it was when first recorded, offering deep insights into the factors that fueled Zoom's meteoric rise. Join our co-hosts, Mark Petruzzi, and Ray Rike as they delve i...

In this episode of the “Selling the Cloud” Podcast, we are excited to welcome Neetha Ratakonda, CEO of BigLittle.ai. Neetha discusses her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and explores how to bridge the marketing-to-sales disconnect. She delves into revenue leaks, process inefficiencies, and how RevOps acts as the connective tissue that empowers an effective go-to-market process. Tune i...

In this lively and unfiltered episode of "Selling the Cloud," we bring you a dose of Philly spirit with the dynamic duo Jeffrey Gitomer and Paul Melchiorre. This isn't just another podcast episode—it's a masterclass in sales resilience, grit, and preparation from two men who grew up in the streets of Philadelphia. Expect candid conversations, raw insights, and a bit of Philly spice as Jeffrey and...

In Part 2 of this episode of the “Selling the Cloud” Podcast, RevOps edition, we continue our conversation with Joseph Zito, founder of (X)Form. We explore the vital role of RevOps in ensuring successful strategy execution, addressing the common pitfalls that occur post-strategic offsite, and how an Operating Partner can help the C-suite stay ahead of the game. Joseph delves into the misconception...

In Part 1 of this 2-part episode of the “Selling the Cloud” Podcast, RevOps edition, we are joined by Joseph Zito, founder of (X)Form, a company that partners with C-level executives to tackle ambitious goals amidst challenging revenue, profit, and operations dynamics. In this episode, we discuss executing effective company strategies, mobilization techniques to unite teams, and the impact of havi...

In the second part of this engaging conversation, Rob Schilling addresses the common challenges companies face when transitioning to a data-centric sales model. He shares candid experiences where a data-driven approach may fall short and offers his perspective on how AI is reshaping the “art of sales.” With a keen eye on the future, Rob discusses the evolving role of AI and data-driven sales, the...

In this episode of Selling the Cloud, co-hosts Mark and Cathy sit down with Rob Schilling, SVP ERP Cloud at Oracle, to delve into the pivotal moments that have shaped his career in enterprise sales. Rob shares insights into the fundamentals of sales, emphasizing the importance of being the "CEO of your own territory," focusing on the customer, and selling business value. Additionally, Rob explores...

In this episode of Selling the Cloud, we sit down with Steve Richards from Mediafly to discuss the future state of sales enablement. We explore the balance between leveraging data and maintaining the human element in sales, strategies to alleviate friction points in the sales funnel, and the critical role of cross-functional collaboration among high-performing leaders and companies. Guest: Steve R...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Toni Hohlbein, we delve into how macro trends in the markets are forcing changes in the way we operate SaaS companies, with a focus on doubling down on efficiency and prioritizing effective channels. We discuss how incremental improvements in the funnel compound over time and can significantly impact revenue growth. Toni also highlights geographic differences in...

In Part 1 of this episode of "Selling the Cloud," we sit down with Toni Hohlbein, CEO and co-founder of Growblocks, to explore the transformative power of full-funnel visibility in revenue operations. Toni shares insights on the evolving role of RevOps, leveraging factory-like efficiency in B2B SaaS, the impact of digital twins on business planning, and navigating the current SaaS recession. We di...

Welcome to today's episode of the 'Selling the Cloud' Podcast! We are thrilled to have Frank Cespedes as our guest. Frank is a Senior Lecturer of Business Administration in the Entrepreneurial Unit at Harvard Business School. With a wealth of experience in running businesses, serving on boards for start-ups and corporations, and consulting globally, Frank brings a unique perspective to our discuss...

Welcome to part two of the RevOps edition of "Selling the Cloud," featuring Lindsey Meyl, CEO of RevAmp. In this episode we explore how companies can leverage their data for a competitive advantage, manage business strategy around a shared set of metrics and an ICP, and execute on recommended growth levers based on data signals in a scalable manner. Lindsey also discusses overcoming obstacles in d...

In this episode of the "Selling the Cloud - RevOps Edition" podcast, Lindsey Meyl, co-founder of RevAmp, discusses optimizing go-to-market strategies through comprehensive data insights. Key topics include the importance of a dynamic data strategy, the transformative role of observability in RevOps, and leveraging AI for competitive advantage. Lindsey explains how many GTM leaders struggle with da...