Go to Market Mastery

Alexander Kohler

Welcome to the GTM Mastery Podcast, hosted by Alexander Kohler. Delve into the dynamic world of Go to Market strategies, tailor-made for Founders and Go to Market Professionals. Join insightful conversations with industry experts, uncovering successful tactics and navigating common challenges. Stay ahead of market trends, refine customer engagement, and chart your path to triumph. Tune in to amplify your strategic prowess and become a Go-to-Market Master 👑 read less
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Go-to-Network: Buzzword or the future of Go-to-Market? I David Connors - Co-Founder & CEO @The Swarm
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Go-to-Network: Buzzword or the future of Go-to-Market? I David Connors - Co-Founder & CEO @The Swarm
In this podcast, Alexander and David discuss the concept of GoToNetwork, exploring its potential as a strategy for sales and growth. David shares his experiences in the startup world and explains how GoToNetwork leverages relationships for sales, recruitment, and fundraising. They dive into its effectiveness compared to traditional outbound methods and share success stories. David emphasizes the importance of authentic relationship-building and offers insights into how companies can leverage networks for success. With over 3,000 users already, GoToNetwork aims to revolutionize the way businesses approach their go-to-market strategies.- -Questions?Alexander Kohler:alexander@sellabl.co Alex´s LinkedInDavid Conners:David´s LinkedIn 00:00 - 01:27: Introduction to the podcast and guest David, discussing his background and experience in go-to-market functions.01:27 - 03:52: David explains his journey from Australia to London to San Francisco, detailing his roles in startups and at Sequoia Capital.03:52 - 05:38: David introduces his startup "the swarm" and discusses its focus on leveraging networks for company building.05:38 - 07:47: Discussion on the evolution of sales and go-to-market strategies, and the significance of trust in business relationships.07:47 - 10:41: Explanation of GoToNetwork's role in leveraging relationships for sales, recruiting, and fundraising.10:41 - 11:23: Clarification on whether GoToNetwork aims to replace outbound sales.11:23 - 13:54: David discusses the blend of cold outbound and leveraging relationships for sales effectiveness.13:54 - 16:42: Addressing concerns about overusing network connections and maintaining trust in relationships.16:42 - 17:23: Discussion on whether GoToNetwork is more suitable for early-stage startups or enterprise companies.17:23 - 19:41: Explanation of how even early-stage startups can leverage networks effectively for sales.19:41 - 21:12: Ensuring connections are relevant to the target accounts and how CRM integration helps track relationships.21:12 - 23:36: Discussion on incentivizing network contributors and tracking referrals within the GoToNetwork platform.23:36 - 25:04: Overview of how GoToNetwork integrates with existing sales processes and strategies.25:04 - 27:41: The importance of mapping relationships, defining playbooks, and nurturing networks for successful go-to-market motions.27:41 - 30:09: Discussion on the potential role of a dedicated network manager in companies and coordination with RevOps.30:09 - 32:53: Examples of revenue and results seen by companies applying GoToNetwork strategies, along with the number of users on the platform.32:53 - 33:26: Conclusion and invitation for further discussion with David about GoToNetwork and its potential impact on go-to-market strategies.
Brand-vs-Performance-Marketing I Mario Fassbender - Vice President Marketing @IDnow
03-05-2024
Brand-vs-Performance-Marketing I Mario Fassbender - Vice President Marketing @IDnow
Host Alexander and marketing veterans Mario dissect the differences between brand and performance marketing in this episode. Drawing from Mario's extensive experience, they explore metrics, strategic priorities, and measuring success, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the two approaches. Mario stresses the importance of balancing both strategies for sustainable growth, breaking down silos, and establishing a common vision. They encourage listeners to engage with them on LinkedIn for further discussion.- -Questions?Alexander Kohler:alexander@sellabl.coAlex´s LinkedInMario Fassbender:Marios´s LinkedIn 00:00 - 03:08 Host Alexander introduces marketing veteran Mario and the topic of brand versus performance marketing.03:08 - 04:14 Mario shares his extensive marketing experience spanning over 20 years, including his roles in various tech companies.04:14 - 09:08 Mario discusses his career path and the evolution of marketing strategies in the industry.09:08 - 11:45 Mario explains the objectives and goals of brand marketing, emphasizing the importance of perception and trust.11:45 - 16:22 The conversation delves into the differences between B2B SaaS brand marketing and consumer brand marketing, highlighting the need for a balance between short-term and long-term strategies.16:22 - 19:35 Mario defines performance marketing and its focus on immediate, measurable outcomes, contrasting it with brand marketing.19:35 - 22:37 The discussion covers key metrics for performance marketing and the importance of breaking down silos between brand and performance teams to align strategies and goals.22:37 - 23:25 Mario explains the challenges of measuring brand success and suggests creative approaches to gather data and assess brand impact.23:25 - 26:28 Mario stresses the importance of grasping content value, tracking across channels, and highlights creativity and adaptability in marketing.26:28 - 29:12 Mario outlines the strategic priorities of balancing brand building and performance marketing, emphasizing team roles based on company maturity and market expansion.31:21 - 33:22 Mario highlights the crucial skills for hiring brand and performance marketers: messaging consistency, emotional connection, SEO proficiency, and stakeholder collaboration.33:22 - 37:13 Mario stresses a holistic approach to measuring brand marketing success, integrating channels and considering overspill effects and the 95-5 rule.37:59 - 39:21 Mario summarizes key takeaways, stressing the interconnectedness of brand and performance marketing, team alignment, balance, and implementing a guiding North Star metric.39:21 - 40:42 Host Alexander wraps up, thanking Mario, urging audience engagement, and sharing LinkedIn profiles for further discussion.
Allignment between Marketing Sales and CSM I Chrisitan Weißbrodt - Chief Revenue Officer @finway
19-04-2024
Allignment between Marketing Sales and CSM I Chrisitan Weißbrodt - Chief Revenue Officer @finway
In this episode Christian and Alexander discuss the keys to aligning sales, marketing, and customer success departments within organizations. They stress the importance of clear targets, KPIs, and well-defined processes, along with practical strategies like job shadowing to enhance collaboration. The conversation explores the role of KPIs in driving alignment and commission models for different departments. They highlight challenges in aligning functions between SMBs and enterprises and offer advice on hiring practices and data-driven decision-making for organizational cohesion.Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex´s LinkedInChristian:Christian´s LinkedIn--00:00 - 02:17 Introduction: Alexander and Christian introduce themselves and Christian shares his background in marketing and sales.02:17 - 06:08 Exploration of Christian's journey into go-to-market roles 06:08 - 13:37 Christian and Alexander discuss the challenges of aligning sales and the consequences of misalignment.13:37 - 14:38 Incentivizing sales teams for long-term success 15:18 - 21:53 Discussion on incentivizing customer support and customer success with commission-based salaries, aligning them with targets, KPIs, processes, tools, job roles, and daily collaboration.25:48 - 34:41 Defining criteria for leads as pipeline and discussing qualification frameworks36:56 - 40:41 Challenges of aligning marketing and sales in SMBs versus enterprises, plus advice for founders and chief revenue officers, emphasizing hiring practices and attention to detail.
Selling into blue collar accounts  I Christian Städler - Founder @GTM Pioneers & MD @Mobile Jobs
05-04-2024
Selling into blue collar accounts I Christian Städler - Founder @GTM Pioneers & MD @Mobile Jobs
Chris and Alexander discuss the intricacies of sales strategy, pipeline management, and customer retention, focusing on blue-collar account segments. They emphasize the importance of segment focus, pipeline velocity, and achieving a high conversion rate. Chris shares insights on improving conversion rates through a shift towards profitable growth and fostering a culture of quick decision-making. Additionally, they explore unique customer retention strategies, such as incentivizing repeat purchases and referrals. Towards the end, Chris introduces the Go-to-Market Pioneers community, aiming to drive collaborative best practices for go-to-market strategies in Europe.--Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlexs LinkedIn Christian:Christians LinkedIn--00:00 - 04:03 Introduction to selling to blue-collar environments.07:46 - 08:02 Alexander asks about differences in software startups and blue-collar accounts.08:02 - 09:29 Chris explains blue-collar accounts as small to medium-sized businesses with unique sales approaches.09:29 - 10:11 Alexander discusses strategic interactions with white-collar workers in blue-collar companies.10:11 - 11:46 Chris details strategic approaches for blue-collar accounts, stressing trust and exclusivity.11:46 - 13:21 Alexander asks about sales development and understanding blue-collar pain points.13:21 - 15:01 Chris explains learning blue-collar language and nuances through direct interactions.15:01 - 16:08 Chris emphasizes speaking the language of blue-collar workers for trust.16:08 - 18:12 Alexander asks about strategies for blue-collar accounts.18:18 - 20:00 Chris discusses effective channels and trust-building for blue-collar accounts.20:00 - 22:48 Alexander discusses go-to-market approaches and sales channel rankings with Chris.24:03 - 26:11 Chris discusses tailoring sales playbooks and efficiency in different market stages.26:11 - 30:45 Chris highlights pipeline coverage, velocity, and forecasting in sales.30:45 - 34:13 Chris discusses essential metrics for successful sales reps, focusing on blue-collar accounts.35:50 - 39:32 Chris explains the unique sales approach for blue-collar accounts.39:46 - 43:31 Alexander and Chris discuss factors driving increased conversion rates and the importance of quick rejection in sales.43:31 - 44:45 They shift focus to customer retention strategies for blue-collar segments.44:45 - 48:06 Chris elaborates on tailored retention approaches and incentivizing referrals.48:06 - 50:35 Alexander discusses Go-To-Market Pioneers with Chris.
Partnership sales done right I Robert Gimbel - Ex CRO @Camunda
25-01-2024
Partnership sales done right I Robert Gimbel - Ex CRO @Camunda
In this podcast, Alexander and Robert Gimbel discuss partnership sales in the B2B SaaS industry. Robert shares his experience working in the Berlin tech scene, particularly at Camunda, where he built a go-to-market engine. They discuss the importance of partnership sales in a company's growth journey, the benefits of partnerships, and the challenges involved. Robert emphasizes the need for clear business cases and alignment of interests between partners. He also advises focusing on building a strong sales team before scaling the partnership program and highlights the importance of understanding and incentivizing partners. They discuss measuring ROI and the influence of partners in deals. Robert suggests being selective when acquiring partners and developing a profile that aligns with your company's needs. Lastly, he gives advice to smaller companies, encouraging them to prioritize building their sales team and then consider programatizing their partnership approach. He emphasizes the importance of providing value to partners and treating them like valued customers.--Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex's LinkedInRobert:Robert's LinkedIn --00:00 - 04:43: Introduction 04:43 - 06:08: Robert shares his experience transitioning to the go-to-market side at Camunda and the mission to build a go-to-market engine.06:08 - 09:30: Discussion on how Robert ended up in the go-to-market function and the importance of partnership sales in the B2B SaaS industry.09:30 - 14:04: The significance of partnership sales in a company's growth journey, the challenges and benefits of partnerships, and the need for clear business cases and alignment of interests.14:04 - 17:07: Exploration of partnership sales in different market segments and advice for building partnership sales in mid-market and smaller businesses.17:07 - 21:12: Discussion on the organizational structure for managing partnerships and avoiding channel conflicts in the sales organization.21:12 - 24:25: Handling product-related issues in partnerships and seeing them as an opportunity to test commitment and problem-solving capabilities.24:25 - 26:43: Acquiring new partners and considerations in selecting the right partner profile and size.26:43 - 32:28: Measurement of ROI in partnerships, including tangible metrics like sourced opportunities and partner-influenced deals.32:28 - 36:32: Advice for smaller companies building partnership sales programs, prioritizing building a strong sales team and understanding partner motivations.36:32 - 43:12: Focus on treating partners as valued customers and the importance of understanding their motivations in partnerships.43:12 - 46:09: Final advice on focusing on building a sales team first and establishing strong partnerships based on mutual benefit.46:09 - 46:26: Outro and closing remarks.
Transitioning from Founder-Led-Growth to Sales-Led-Growth I Philip Olesch - Sr. Sales Unit Builder @SalesCloud
19-01-2024
Transitioning from Founder-Led-Growth to Sales-Led-Growth I Philip Olesch - Sr. Sales Unit Builder @SalesCloud
In this podcast, the Alex & Philip discuss the transition from founder-led sales to sales-led growth in startups. They talk about the challenges involved in this phase and the importance of resource planning. The guest, Philip Olesch, shares his experience in B2B sales and discusses the difference between founder-led sales and sales-led growth. He emphasizes the need to factor in time and the common mistakes in resource planning. They also touch on aligning the ideal customer profile (ICP) and messaging, creating an activity plan, and testing different channels and approaches. Philip shares some success stories and best practices, such as the involvement of founders and sales leaders, building a structured approach, and seeking advice and mentorship.--Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex's LinkedInPhilip:Philip's LinkedIn--00:00 - 04:43 Introduction 04:43 - 08:03 Transition from founder-led sales to sales-led growth08:03 - 10:34 Philip's introduction and background10:34 - 13:05 Factors determining the need to hire sales reps13:05 - 17:27 Importance of resource planning and common mistakes17:27 - 20:25 Importance of ICP and messaging alignment20:25 - 23:18 Crucial aspects and common mistakes in resource planning23:18 - 28:32 Importance of time management in resource planning28:32 - 31:30 Importance of message-market fit and aligning company-wide messaging31:30 - 35:10 Creating an activity plan and finding the right channels35:10 - 37:17 Characteristics of successful transitions37:17 - 40:02 High involvement of founders and sales leaders40:02 - 40:52 Closing remarks
Winning Enterprise Deals I Jiri Siklar - Sr. Enterprise Account Executive @MongoDB
08-12-2023
Winning Enterprise Deals I Jiri Siklar - Sr. Enterprise Account Executive @MongoDB
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the process of winning enterprise accounts. They cover various topics, including the stages every enterprise deal goes through, the importance of research and relevance, the role of discovery and validation, and the need for teamwork and collaboration in enterprise sales. The hosts also share some funny and memorable experiences from their sales careers. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights into the world of enterprise sales.--Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex's LinkedInJiri:Jiri's Linkedin--00:00 - 04:43 Introduction04:43 - 08:03 Stages every enterprise deal goes through and the importance of understanding the customer's goals and initiatives.08:03 - 11:09 The differences between enterprise deals and SMB deals, including the complexity and size of the deals.11:09 - 13:58 Research in enterprise sales, including selecting the most promising accounts and identifying the strategic priorities of the company.13:58 - 16:35 Timing and relevance in reaching decision-makers, as well as the need for multiple touchpoints and follow-ups.16:35 - 19:41 Importance of being relevant to decision-makers, understanding their problems, and attaching the solution to their strategic initiatives.19:41 - 24:39 Discovery in the sales process, including understanding the current state, negative consequences, future state, and positive outcomes of the customer.24:39 - 26:09 Need for patience and persistence in enterprise sales, even if the initial contact does not result in an immediate deal.26:09 - 34:59 The importance of ongoing qualification, technical validation, and business validation in the sales process, as well as the involvement of other team members in the process.34:59 - 37:37 Transition from the sales phase to customer success, highlighting the need for effective handover and ongoing support.37:37 - 40:11 Teamwork and the involvement of legal and finance departments, while noting that procurement usually comes after the buying decision.40:11 - 43:40 Collaboration with HR, legal, and finance departments when necessary, as well as the individual requirements of different enterprise deals.43:40 - 47:11 Funniest sales experiences
Selling on Events I Korbian Guglhoer - Team Lead Business Development @InsightConsulting
24-11-2023
Selling on Events I Korbian Guglhoer - Team Lead Business Development @InsightConsulting
This episode of the podcast explores the topic of selling at events and the correlation between personal branding and event success. Korbi and Alex discuss the importance of physical events in a digital world, strategies for approaching and qualifying leads at events, and the dos and don'ts of engaging with prospects. They also cover the role of personal branding and LinkedIn in event marketing, the process of tracking and following up with leads, and share insights and anecdotes from their own experiences. Overall, the episode provides valuable information and tips for sales professionals aiming to make the most out of events and leverage personal branding to drive success.--Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex's LinkedInKorbi:Korbi's Linkedin-- 00:00 - 06:03 Introduction 06:03 - 09:56 The importance of selling at physical events in a digital world 09:56 - 12:49 The benefits of selling at events compared to other marketing approaches. 12:49 - 14:45 Strategies for selling at events, including speaker slots, booths, and creative approaches. 14:45 - 20:25 Approaching and qualifying leads at events, including open questions and providing value. 20:25 - 21:37 Identifying and disqualifying irrelevant leads at events. 21:37 - 30:27  Collecting and tracking leads, follow-up strategies, and the importance of multi-channel communication. 30:27 - 36:12  Best and worst conversations at events, dos and don'ts of approaching prospects at events. 36:12 - 38:07  Leveraging personal branding and LinkedIn for event success. 38:07 - 40:43  The correlation between personal branding, events, and marketing, and the potential for closing deals at events.
Email Outbound done right I Tyler Hickey - Account Executive @Branch
10-11-2023
Email Outbound done right I Tyler Hickey - Account Executive @Branch
In this podcast, Alexander and Tyler discuss best practices for writing meaningful emails. They cover topics such as research and personalization, email structure, subject lines, follow-ups, open rates, meeting booking rates, A/B testing, and getting into sales. Listeners can find valuable tips and strategies for crafting effective emails in this episode.--Tylers Email Template:Cold Email TemplateQuestions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex's LinkedInTyler:Tyler's LinkedIn-- 00:00 - 04:33 Introduction to best practices for writing meaningful emails. 04:33 - 05:14 Importance of effective time management and focus in a quota-carrying role. 05:14 - 08:38 Emphasizing a problem-focused approach in cold emails. 08:38 - 10:25 Leveraging the Lavender tool to generate more meeting opportunities. 10:25 - 15:46 Value of personalization in emails using prospect-specific information. 15:46 - 20:59 Importance of identifying decision makers and creating champions for successful outreach. 20:59 - 23:05 A recommended email structure: observation, problem, solution, and curiosity-based CTA. 23:05 - 27:22 Tips for keeping emails concise and impactful27:22 - 31:09 Effective CTAs and strategies for follow-ups. 31:09 - 38:19 Avoiding generic follow-up phrases and providing specific and relevant questions. 38:19 - 43:08 Understanding the significance of conversion metrics like open rates and meeting booking rates. 43:08 - 45:39 Advice for those starting out in sales and the importance of showcasing skills and knowledge. 45:39 - Wrapping up the podcast and encouraging further engagement and questions.
Selling in to a hyper competitive market I Cait Kennedy - VP/Director/Head of Sales & Business Development
20-10-2023
Selling in to a hyper competitive market I Cait Kennedy - VP/Director/Head of Sales & Business Development
In this podcast episode, Cait and Alex discuss the challenges of selling into a hyper-competitive market. Cait, is a expert in Sales roles in the recruiting space, shares her insights and experiences. They cover topics such as understanding your buyer's needs and problems, building a strong value proposition, developing the right mindset for success, handling objections effectively, and scaling your sales team. Cait emphasizes the importance of curiosity, being process-driven, and finding ways to stand out in a crowded market. She also suggests practical strategies like personalized messaging, using AI tools for research, and organizing roundtable discussions with target customers.--Questions?Alex:alexander@sellabl.coAlex's LinkedInCait:Cait's Linkedin (she posts amazing content)--00:00 - 05:12 Introduction05:12 - 06:24 Challenges of selling into a hyper-competitive market06:24 - 10:22 Understanding the buyer's needs and problems10:22 - 12:29 Building a strong value proposition12:29 - 14:55 Developing the right mindset for success14:55 - 16:05 Handling objections effectively16:05 - 16:56 Strategies for identifying the ideal customer profile (ICP)16:56 - 19:42 Defining the unique selling proposition (USP)19:42 - 20:51 Selling to unattractive buying personas20:51 - 23:07 Tips for being successful in hyper-competitive markets23:07 - 23:45 Overcoming objections through conversation and questioning23:45 - 25:25 Techniques for objection handling25:25 - 27:28 Motivating a sales team in a competitive market27:28 - 31:24 Scaling sales processes efficiently31:24 - 33:22 Leveraging research and personalized messaging33:22 - 34:19 Staying efficient while scaling a sales team34:19 - 36:41 Selling to HR or talent acquisition function36:41 - 39:59 Approaches for prospecting and building relationships39:59 - 46:06 Techniques, strategies, and examples for success in hyper-competitive markets46:06 - 50:05 Tips for staying efficient, scaling, and maintaining success50:05 - 51:38 End Conclusion and contact information.