Sales Success Stories

John Krause is the top sales performer at Promess and is currently transitioning into a player-coach leadership role. After building a reputation for winning new business in accounts others considered untouchable, he's now learning a new challenge: helping others succeed rather than simply replicating his own approach. This conversation explores the mindset behind sustained sales success, includin...

In this episode, Rosa Campagna tells us about what it actually takes to win at the highest level in enterprise and why patience, hospitality, and influence may be more important than any sales technique. Rosa Campagna is the number one top performing sales rep globally at OneStream Software for FY25, hitting 428% of quota attainment in one of the most competitive enterprise sales organizations in...

This episode's guest is Patrick Donnelly, the top strategic enterprise AE at Nook. Patrick brings a founder's mindset to the field, he originally wanted to be a rock star or a startup founder, but found his creative calling in enterprise sales instead. Now three years in at Nooks, he has built the process, led the upmarket charge, and stayed at the top by doing the same things that got him there....

Adam Wicks is a top-performing seller at Gainsight who has achieved extraordinary results, including a 600% year by combining precision, discipline, and creativity. In this episode, he breaks down a simple but powerful idea: sales is both art and math. On one side, there's the rigor - qualification, pipeline quality, risk management, and deal economics. On the other, there's the craft - understand...

Calvin Dennis is a Business Performance Advisor at Insperity and a long-time Chairman's Club performer who recently broke into the top 1% of nearly 600 sellers. With 19+ years in the same role, and 10 years prior as a customer, Calvin brings a rare long-term perspective to sales success. In this episode, Calvin shares how belief in what he sells, relentless curiosity, and long-term patience have c...

Vicki Kovacs is the top-performing Expansion Account Executive at SysAid, finishing well above quota for two consecutive years. In this episode, Vicky breaks down how she treats her book of business like a CEO, why disciplined sales process matters more than ever, and how trust and relationships remain irreplaceable in an AI-driven world. She shares her journey from studying psychology to building...

This episode's guest is Susan Zuzic , the dynamic President of Global Accounts at PeopleAI and the company's top seller for six consecutive years. With nearly two decades of experience both in sales and sales leadership, Susan Zuzic shares her journey from her early days as a BDR at Eloqua to landing massive eight- and nine-figure deals in the enterprise space. Learn more at top1.fm

In this episode, our guest is Sarah Thomas, the top strategic account executive at Verkada. Sarah dives deep into the personal and professional principles that have driven her sales success, from embracing her natural strengths and "drinking the Kool Aid" for every company she's joined to cultivating a growth mindset and seeking help from those around her. She opens up about overcoming imposter sy...

In this episode, host Scott Ingram sits down with Camden Roncka , the top-performing small business account executive at HubSpot, for a refreshingly candid conversation packed with actionable insights and unconventional wisdom. Camden opens up about the three core drivers behind his rapid rise in sales: his deep personal faith, a relentless underdog mentality, and the power of curiosity and adapta...

In this special bonus episode, host Scott Ingram takes us behind the scenes of the upcoming Sales Success Summit in Austin, revealing what makes this gathering so powerful for top sales professionals. Scott shares how the event's intimate, interactive setting creates an environment where "winning is contagious," and how attendees leave with strengthened clarity, confidence, and connections that of...

In this episode, Scott Ingram interviews Rich Strobel , the top sales performer at Smart Data Solutions in Minnesota. Rich shares an unfiltered look at his journey from selling car stereos as a teenager to leading strategic enterprise deals in healthcare technology. He opens up about the three pillars of his success—tactical empathy, a results-driven mindset, and the power of building a personal "...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Sales Success Stories podcast, Scott Ingram talks with Mike Sullivan, the top performing seller at TriNetX out of Boston. With his authentic Boston accent and even more authentic story, Mike shares his journey from financial adversity and career setbacks to becoming a consistent number one performer in life sciences tech sales. What sets Mike apart isn...

In this episode of the Sales Success Stories podcast, host Scott Ingram interviews Samir Dandekar, a seasoned sales professional from Oracle's Cloud Infrastructure team who recently closed a staggering $150 million+ deal. Learn more at  Top1.FM

In this episode, Scott interviews Kevin Bartlett, the former top-performing enterprise AE at Horizon 3 AI who's just stepped into an exciting new leadership role. Kevin opens up about the three core principles that have driven his stellar sales career: operating with the end in mind, becoming his own hero, and mastering the art of delayed gratification. Learn more at  Top1.FM

In this episode of the Sales Success Stories podcast, host Scott Ingram engages in an insightful conversation with Athina Lampru , the number one account executive nationally at Palo Alto Networks. Athina shares the three pillars that have driven her consistent success in sales: trust, grit, and the power of networking. Learn more at  Top1.FM

In this insightful episode of Sales Success Stories we are inteviewing Kelsie Neibel, the top-performing Strategic Account Director at SnapLogic. Kelsie, who operates out of Southern California, shares her unique journey from management consulting to achieving extraordinary success in sales. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, time management, and the intentional integration of work and life...

Today we've got a special treat for you. We have a bonus episode featuring the insightful and strategic mind of Matt Du Pont, who dives into the concept of "long bets" in sales.   Learn more at top1.fm/MDP24

In this episode, Dylan Katcher uncovers what sets an A-player apart in the sales industry: it's not just about hitting revenue targets. We explore the power of recognizing opportunities within failures, and how that mindset can propel a company forward. We'll also share some personal strategies for bouncing back from lost deals, including the vital role of feedback loops with top sales reps and pr...

To kick off 2025 we're going to share the audios from the top 3 presentations from last year's Sales Success Summit as bonus episodes between my interviews with #1 and top 1% performing individual contributors. The presentation that was ranked third by the audience and the one that was most impactful for me personally was Luke Floyd's talk on Building Success with a High Performance Operating Syst...

Welcome to another episode of Sales Success Stories! Today we're joined by a remarkable guest, Megan Labadie. Megan's journey in sales is nothing short of inspiring—navigating from leasing apartments to mastering complex ESG software sales. In this episode, Megan shares her unique communication style, task management strategies, and favorite sales tools, as well as her powerful insights into leade...

In this bonus episode of Sales Success Stories, host Scott Ingram interviews Jonathan Gardner, founder of the J. Gardner Group and seasoned procurement expert with experience at GM, Dell, Starbucks, and Albertsons. Jonathan provides a deep dive into procurement playbooks, revealing strategies and insights that top sales professionals can use to effectively counteract and leverage them. Learn more...

In this episode, Morgan shares her unique approach to categorizing deals and emphasizes the importance of a robust pipeline. She talks about her successful collaboration with her SDR, her disciplined sales strategy, and her innovative use of tools like Crossbeam and Gong. Morgan also highlights the critical roles of relationship building and trust, both within the sales team and with clients, stre...

Today's episode features valuable insights from the 2024 Sales Success Summit presentation by Kaleigh Conners, where she reveals her blueprint for self-improvement, from harnessing a growth mindset, mastering fundamental skills. More info and video of the presentation here: https://top1.fm/KCSE

In this episode, we'll delve into Carolina's daily routines and work habits, including her productive train commutes and the balance she strikes between administrative tasks and client projects. We'll explore her strategies for combating imposter syndrome, her focus on building genuine client relationships, and her culturally nuanced approach to sales. Learn more at top1.fm/183

Today's episode features valuable insights from the 2024 Sales Success Summit presentation by Alex Smith, a top Account Executive at Docebo, who shares his unique journey from overcoming job layoffs and personal hardships to finding unexpected professional opportunities. We'll explore themes of self-reflection, empathy, and the balance between personal and professional life. More info and video of...