7 Key Takeaways from Outliers for a Successful Career in the Salesforce Ecosystem and Beyond
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7 Key Takeaways from Outliers for a Successful Career in the Salesforce Ecosystem and Beyond

This weekend, I finished reading Malcolm Gladwell‘s eye-opening book, Outliers: The Story of Success. As I was reading, I couldn’t help but think about how the insights in the book apply to the Salesforce ecosystem and our upcoming Dreamforce event. In Outliers, Gladwell explores the factors that contribute to extraordinary success. He argues that while talent and hard work are essential,…

Title: Mastering the Art of Negotiation: From Complex Deals to Toddler Tussles

Title: Mastering the Art of Negotiation: From Complex Deals to Toddler Tussles

Sales recruiters, gather ‘round for a tip that might just change the game! Picture this: I was at the playground with my spirited 4-year-old last week, deep in negotiations over how many more rounds he could conquer on the colossal blue slide before we reluctantly called it a day. Now, here’s the golden nugget I…

Navigating Turbulent Waters: The Vital Role of Purpose, Employee Engagement, and Positive Psychology

Navigating Turbulent Waters: The Vital Role of Purpose, Employee Engagement, and Positive Psychology

In times of turbulence, change, and financial headwinds, the dynamics of leadership, employee motivation, and success take on added importance. As the business landscape evolves, the wisdom of various theories and thought leaders comes to the fore, offering a blueprint for steering through challenges while nurturing purpose-driven achievement. 1. The Golden Circle: Illuminating the Path…

The Power of Timing: How Deadlines and Midpoints Shape Sales Success

The Power of Timing: How Deadlines and Midpoints Shape Sales Success

Introduction As Salesforce enters the second half of our fiscal year, the concept of perfect timing in sales becomes ever more crucial. Inspired by Daniel Pink’s book “When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing,” I was intrested to look into how deadlines, midpoints, and individual ownership profoundly influence sales success. Understanding the impact of timing…

Conquering Business, Love, and Life with Rugby’s Unstoppable Power

Conquering Business, Love, and Life with Rugby’s Unstoppable Power

In today’s uncertain world, where the winds of change blow unpredictably, we find ourselves seeking stability and strength in the people around us. Whether it’s navigating through political turmoil, economic fluctuations, or social unrest, we yearn for individuals who can weather the storm and emerge stronger on the other side. And in this quest for…

The Peak-Trough-Recovery Model: How to Optimise Your Productivity and Well-Being

The Peak-Trough-Recovery Model: How to Optimise Your Productivity and Well-Being

Do you ever feel like your productivity takes a nosedive in the afternoon? Or that you’re more creative in the morning? If so, you’re not alone. Our daily mood follows a predictable pattern, with peaks and troughs throughout the day. In his book When, Daniel Pink explores the science of timing and how we can…

Unleashing the Spin: 5 Life and Business Lessons from Shane Warne
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Unleashing the Spin: 5 Life and Business Lessons from Shane Warne

As the Ashes unfolds in England and we go to Lords for the second test, there’s a bloody great void in the cricketing world. It’s been more than a year since the passing of one of the greatest spin bowlers of all time, Shane Warne. His absence is deeply felt, not only for his on-pitch…

5 things we can learn from Muhammed Ali to make us better in business and life.

5 things we can learn from Muhammed Ali to make us better in business and life.

Yesterday the world lost one of its greats. Probably the most talented boxer to ever live, certainly the most famous. He wasn’t nicknamed ‘The Greatest’ for nothing. An icon, a person who truly changed the way people looked at boxing; racism; war; religion. He spoke his mind and wasn’t afraid to take a chance. A…