On today's episode, Danny and Manoj sit down with Marla Freeman, RVP of Sales at Access Softek to discuss her journey in sales.
Show Notes
Marla Freeman is the RVP of Sales
Access Softek. On today's episode, Danny Leonard and Manoj Jonna sit down with Marla to discuss her journey in sales. They cover bunches of topics, including:
- First sales job was selling vacuum cleaners door-to-door
- Had to make jokes to get through first sales job
- Must be strong willed to thrive in sales because it’s so emotional
- Must try hard to remove the stigma of being a salesperson when selling
- Motivation in sales come from having great conversations with other people
- Must treat your co-workers and direct reports with success
- Dealing with sexism on sales teams
- It’s easier to get in touch with people today versus when Marla started in sales
- Must stand up for yourself in sales
- Be human!
Outside of work, Marla lives in NJ with her lovely family
We know you'll learn a ton from Marla's guidance.
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The Ramped Podcast is built for early-career professionals. Join hosts Manoj Jonna and Danny Leonard as they sit down with industry heavyweights to uncover what it takes to launch a successful career in sales, technology, finance, and many other industries.
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