239: The Hidden Power of Sales: Why Every Executive Needs to Understand The Sales Org in 2025 with Colleen Watson

 

Sales aren’t just for salespeople—they play a crucial role in the success of every part of an organization.

In this episode, I sit down with extraordinary sales leader Colleen Watson to explore why every executive, regardless of department, needs to understand the sales function for leadership effectiveness and long-term business growth.

 

We dive into:

  • How sales impacts every part of an organization and drives executive alignment
  • Why a consistent sales methodology benefits leaders across all departments
  • The most common misconceptions about sales—and why they’re wrong
  • How cross-functional collaboration with sales strengthens business strategy
  • The role of personality and communication styles in effective sales and leadership

 

Whether you’re directly in sales or not, this conversation will change the way you think about leadership, influence, and driving business success. Join us!

 

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https://www.tonicollis.com/academy 

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