Are You a Lone Ranger Sales Manager?

Are You a Lone Ranger Sales Manager?
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Thu, 10/22/2020 – 17:11
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You are self-directed.
You are decisive.
You are independent.
You also might be a lone ranger, which is a sales manager that doesn’t ask for or seek advice from others. This behavior is not due to arrogance. It’s usually because of the attributes listed above, which might serve you well in your sales leadership position. But they also can become an Achilles’ heel in your growth as an effective sales leader. Why?
Because you end up operating in a bubble, missing out on the wisdom, advice and perspective of others.
For example, holding a crucial sales coaching conversation is part of the job as a sales leader, even when you’ve assembled a good sales team. It’s important that these conversations are conducted in a thoughtful, assertive manner. These critical conversations require practice.
But