Sun.Jun 08, 2025

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Our Models Limit Us, Dangerously

Partners in Excellence

We build all sorts of models to help us understand our customers, markets, competition. We look at changes, disruptions, building them into our models. They help us simplify and focus our efforts and initiatives. They provide a framework each of us understands, enabling our teams to maximize performance. Eventually, they provide the operating framework guiding our strategies and execution.

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Top SaaStr Posts and Vids of the Week: The AI Database Wars, Why YC is on Fire, and a 50% AI Sales Team

SaaStr

Top Posts: #1. The Top 10 SaaStr Learnings from Mary Meeker’s Latest Report on AI #2. Snowflake Buys Crunchy Data for $250m, Databricks Buys Neon for $1B. The New AI Database Battle. #3. 8 Out of 10 SaaS Founders Are Burning Cash Faster Than Ever — And Why YC is On Fire (SVB’s 2025 Data Breakdown) #4. AI, Sales + GTM in 2025/2026: This Changes Everything with Jason Lemkin and Owner CRO Kyle Norton #5.

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Podcast - The Chemistry of Coaching with Wesleyne Whittaker

Membrain

In this episode of The Art and Science of Complex Sales , Paul Fuller is joined by Wesleyne Whittaker , founder of Transformed Sales , a former chemist turned international sales leader. The conversation unpacks what it means to transform sales teams from within, with a sharp focus on leadership accountability, mindset and skill-building, especially in the often-overlooked world of manufacturing and distribution sales.

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Dear SaaStr: I Fired My VP of Sales. What Now?

SaaStr

Dear SaaStr: I Fired My VP of Sales. What Now? It’s tough and there may be some bumps. But honestly things probably will be better in just a week or two. What you do need to do is have a plan. You need to act fast and smart to stabilize and rebuild. Here’s what you should do next: Step in as Interim VP of Sales (If Needed) If you don’t have someone ready to step up, you’ll need to take the reins yourself temporarily.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Sell More by Understanding this God, Garden, and Baseball Analogy

Understanding the Sales Force

I know what you’re thinking from my title: Baseball Gods meet in the Garden of Eden. Thankfully, no. Instead, some thoughts from the weekend… While sitting in Church I realized that belief in God is a lot like belief in the sales process. It’s about Faith. Everyone who attends believes in God. Some believe in God but do not attend. Some are there every week.

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How content automation software helps reps focus on what matters

Highspot

Key Takeaways Content automation software frees your team to focus on strategy and creativity. 71% of organizations say end-to-end automation remains a primary driver of process improvement. Content automation improves brand consistency, repurposes high-performing content across various channels, and ensures compliance with regulations. Content is king, right?