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7 𝐐𝐮𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 Today, we’re spotlighting the wisdom and insights shared by our amazing facilitators. Each quote reflects their unique perspectives, fuelling our journey together. Thanks to Tony Cross, Alan Versteeg, Christo Jansen van Rensburg, Wendy-Ann Pastor, Andy Brown, Daniel Robus and Britta Lorenz for their inspiring contributions! We appreciate your time and effort. Now, we’d love to hear from you: Which facilitator quote resonates with you most, and why? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Sales managers face unique challenges in their roles—from balancing team motivation to meeting targets and adapting to market changes. In this episode of the Success Vitamin podcast, Tony Cross dives into these pressures, answering a question from Pritha Dubey Sales Advisor about what it really takes to succeed as a sales leader today. Full episode here: https://lnkd.in/dgcErj9B

Are facilitators just salespeople in disguise? It’s a question that gets more intriguing the longer you listen. In the latest Workshops Work podcast episode, hosted by Dr Myriam Hadnes, Alan Versteeg unpacks how facilitation and sales share more than meets the eye. Alan’s 26 years of experience selling perspectives is a masterclass in building trust, creating buy-in, and appealing to values over ideals. Discover the psychology, strategies, and skills that make both facilitators and salespeople influential. Tune in to explore: - The intersection of facilitation and sales through trust and perception - Alan’s insights on why buy-in is your secret sales pitch - The “6 Ps” of persuasion and their role in leadership  Listen here to hear more from Alan on Workshops Work! https://lnkd.in/d7H9YjPP

"The role of the sales manager was misunderstood. It was a senior salesperson who was perhaps the best and promoted into the job of leading a sales team" Tony Cross on the role of a sales manger in the clip below.

𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨: 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 Your sales and pre-sales teams are struggling to work together. Miscommunication is leading to missed opportunities, and both sides are frustrated by the lack of alignment in their goals and processes.

I just love Simon Sinek and his honest approach to calling out bad leadership and the window dressing that exists with positional leadership and not true, transparent and empathetic leadership - that is what the world needs more of! #leadership #vulnerability #integrity #peopleoverprofit Growth Matters International

This week's 4% Book Review is Start with Why by Simon Sinek, recommended by Wendy-Ann Pastor. The book is a must-read for sales managers and leaders who want to move beyond the what and the how, focusing on the power of the WHY. Sinek’s insights into purpose-driven leadership can transform how you connect with your team, inspire them, and create a sense of belonging. For those looking to lead with clarity and purpose, this review offers some key takeaways to help you build a motivated and aligned sales team.

𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 Welcome to the final instalment of Facilitator Friday with Daniel Robus, ending with Q&A Part 2. Thank you for your contagious energy and tangible experience.

"Knowing how to cook a great meal, does not mean you can run a restaurant. Knowing how to style someone's hair does not mean you can run a hair salon. Knowing how to run a great team and execute through others is a different skillset" If you have ever wondered why you should train your sales managers, Alan Versteeg has more for you in the video.

𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦 In any workplace, fostering a culture built on integrity and accountability is key to success. It's not just about achieving goals but about creating an environment where respect and enjoyment thrive. Tom Hansen captures this sentiment perfectly in the following quote: