Manage Smarter

Derek Johnson, author of 'The Strategic Sales Leader,' shares his insights on sales leadership, internal politics, and strategic execution. With a background in military and sales, Derek discusses the challenges of managing team dynamics and the importance of a clear vision. Learn practical tips for aligning your sales team and overcoming common obstacles in this insightful episode. "You can either light a fire underneath someone, or you can ignite a fire within someone. The BHAG, the Big Hairy Audacious Goal, is the vision you set forth. The vision is the why." - Derek Johnson KEY TAKEAWAYS: -How to manage internal politics, which is the biggest issue in sales -Overcoming salespeople who are resistant to change -How to find your key players within your existing team -Finding clear vision when there isn't agree on the big team goals and KPIs CONNECT WITH DEREK JOHNSON https://www.instagram.com/hardcoreleaders/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-j-404b7/ CONNECT WITH MANAGE SMARTER AND OUR HOSTS