The Ramped Podcast

How I Sell - Season 2, Episode 14: Danny Leonard sits down with Joey Nalevka to discuss his outstanding career in sales.

Show Notes

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:
  • [1:11] – Intro to Joey
  • [3:59] – The importance of your brand
  • [8:22] – Choosing companies that develop great sales talent  
  • [13:10] – Overcoming adversity
  • [17:54] – The most impactful person on Joey's career
  • [21:41] – Honest conversations with your manager
  • [25:55] – Taking ownership of your own success
MORE ON JOEY:

Joey Nalevka is a Sales and Operations leader who specializes in setting up the infracture so sales reps, customers, and the company can win. Currently, Joey leads all revenue globally for Houzz, which is the #1 site for Home Design and Remodeling. His 1000-person works across the business's two main channels: 1) A SaaS business that provides the end-to-end digital tools to power a Home Professional's entire business, and 2) an eCommerce shop for homeowners and professionals. Previous to Houzz, Joey led Local Sales and Operations at Groupon where he scaled the sales organization responsible for curating amazing local experiences across every major city in the US and Canada. He started his career as a consultant for McKinsey & Company, and spent time leading sales for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. He currently resides in Orange County with his wife Cheryl, and two energetic sons Shane, and Isaac. He's a passionate Toronto Raptors fan, avid (and mediocre) golfer, and loves to read, travel, and go for local hikes with his family.

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What is The Ramped Podcast?

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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