Alex Bruce–a Go-to-Market and Revenue Growth Leader and Advisor–joins us for the newest episode of The 1:1 Podcast.
We discuss the mindset and driving forces behind sellers, how engineers can make a difference in sales pursuits, and share strategies for effectively engaging with and empowering sales teams.
Takeaways:
- Engineers who engage in sales processes not only help the company win business but also increase their own visibility within the organization, which can lead to career advancement.
- When sales and engineering teams collaborate closely, it reduces the blame game and fosters a culture of shared responsibility.
- Software engineers who understand how their company’s products are positioned in the market are more valuable and better equipped to grow their careers.
0:00 – Intro
1:34 – Demystifying the sales process for engineers
7:40 – Curiosity and problem solving in sales
10:08 – Aligning sales and development teams
14:50 – Benefits of engineers participating in sales pursuits
19:28 – Breaking down misconceptions of salespeople
24:09 – Example of an engineer making an impact on sales (shout out to Jackson Stakeman)
32:53 – How to engage and support sales efforts
40:53 – Torturing a metaphor
44:28 – Alex’s career journey and final thoughts