Episode 400

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13th Jan 2025

Geoff Coutts: Big Company Lessons for Small Business Growth

In this episode, Geoff Coutts, SVP of Sales and Customer Operations at Unbounce, shares his unique journey from leading sales in global corporations like HP, Verizon, and Samsung to scaling startups through transformative growth. Geoff reveals what drove him to pivot to the startup world, the lessons he’s learned in hiring and scaling teams, and his strategies for navigating mergers and acquisitions. We also explore the evolving role of sales professionals in the AI era and how business acumen and timing are essential for staying relevant. Packed with actionable insights, this conversation is a must-listen for growth-focused professionals.

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Make It Happen Mondays - B2B Sales Talk with John Barrows
John Barrows helps sales leaders decide whether to replace or rebuild their teams for the AI era. Drawing on 25+ years with Salesforce, LinkedIn, Google, and Amazon. Weekly tactics and guests to help you sell at a consistently high level.
John Barrows helps sales leaders decide whether to replace or rebuild their teams for the AI era, drawing on 25+ years working with Salesforce, LinkedIn, Google, and Amazon. He advises CROs and VPs of Sales on AI readiness, team structure, and go-to-market strategy. He trains sales teams on the fundamentals that drive consistent performance, with or without AI.