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Presales Podcast by Presales Collective

Jack Cochran
Presales
Sales Engineering
Reprise
Demo Automation
AI
Networking
Pre-Sales
Leadership
Military Veterans
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Presales Enablement
Soft Skills Training
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Entrepreneurship
Transition To Civilian Work
Technology
Diversity and Inclusion
Buying Process
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Enterprise Sales

Presales Podcast by Presales Collective is a podcast dedicated to growing the Solution Consulting community. We aim to provide presales professionals with the resources, knowledge, network, and mentorship to develop long, impactful careers. On the Presales Podcast, you'll hear from global presales leaders, top individual contributors, industry experts, enablement professionals, and entrepreneurs w... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Jack Cochran welcomes back Manisha Raisinghani, Founder and CEO of SiftHub, exactly one year after her first appearance on the show. Together they explore the dramatic shift in how AI is being used by solutions engineers. Manisha sha... more

In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James continue their conversation with Micah Joel, diving deep into the metrics that matter when building and justifying a demo engineering team. Micah shares practical approaches to measuring the value of de... more

In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James sit down with Micah Joel, GTM leader and demo engineering pioneer, to explore what it means to build a dedicated demo engineering function from scratch. Micah shares his journey from theater kid to SE t... more

The Future of AI in Presales: Beyond Demo Automation In this episode, Jack Cochran is joined by Nalin Senthamil, Founder and CEO of Storylane, to discuss the evolution of AI in presales beyond simple demo automation. They explore the hidden costs of ... more

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Recent Guests

Micah Joel
Demo engineering expert with 25+ years in the field
Former Salesforce, demo strategy leader
Episode: Building a Demo Engineering Team with Micah Joel - Part 1
Nalin Senthamil
Founder and CEO of Storylane, a leader in the demo automation space.
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Episode: The Future of AI in Presales: Beyond Demo Automation with Nalin Senthamil
Gretchen Fitzgibbons
Senior Manager of Strategic Solutions Consulting at Airtable with two decades of experience advising Fortune 500 companies
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Episode: Courageous Leadership: Making Tough Calls Under Pressure with Gretchen Fitzgibbons
Jon Billett
Founder of StoryQuadrant and expert in storytelling for tech sales
StoryQuadrant
Episode: Storytelling as an Industrial Skill with Jon Billett
Nikhil Sarma
Expert in storytelling, discovery, demo strategy, and negotiation with over 20 years in Presales
Founder of GTM Solutions Consulting
Episode: Shaping Decision Confidence and Overcoming Customer Indecision with Nikhil Sarma
Hannah Bloking
Senior Manager of Presales at Amazon Web Services
Amazon Web Services
Episode: Conquering Imposter Syndrome with Hannah Bloking and Allison Macalik
Allison Macalik
Director of Solutions at Antic and Wise Council Co-Chair
Antic
Episode: Conquering Imposter Syndrome with Hannah Bloking and Allison Macalik
Miriam Graf
A career presales professional with over 30 years of experience in various roles, including individual contributor and presales leader
Episode: Charting Your Presales Career Path with Miriam Graf
Rob Bruce
A presales leader with extensive experience in Master Data Management and Product Information Management.
Syndigo
Episode: From Overloaded to Optimized: Concierge Services and Deal Desks with Rob Bruce

Hosts

Jack Cochran
General Manager of Presales Collective and host for the Presales Podcast.
Matthew James
Co-host of the Presales Podcast and Solutions Engineer.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Encouraging, enlightening, and entertaining

    Great podcast for a great cause to inspire and elevate PreSales professionals by showcasing diverse stories of success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baby-Yeer
    United States4 years ago
  • Best Podcast for Presales Solutions Engineers

    Any solutions engineer or Presales professional who has any interest in getting better should listen to this podcast. I’ve been in Presales for over 5 years and each episode still gives me a fresh take on our industry and ways to improve!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frank E Cap
    United States4 years ago
  • Life Changing

    I’m new to the PreSales industry and this podcast has helped me tremendously. The interviews are well done and this community is eager to pour into others. Highly recommend to any business leader.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveyHatcher.com
    United States5 years ago
  • Unbelievable PreSales Insights I Can Put Into Action

    So great to hear fascinating insights on the PreSales role. I, like many, fell into this role and I’m in love!!! My HR background has been a tremendous resource and has helped me immensely in how I weave in stories to my demos. I’m always looking at ways I can perfect this craft. This podcast has proven to be a fantastic tool to get me there! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandra M G
    Canada6 years ago
  • This podcasts is informative and entertaining

    Love listening to other’s experiences on the pre-sales front. Especially great for me as a pre-sales newbie. Lots of actionable advice and tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kay.pan88
    Netherlands6 years ago

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Great podcast for inspiring and elevating presales professionals.
Encouraging and enlightening discussions with knowledgeable guests.
Offers actionable insights that enhance understanding of the presales role.
Provides a supportive community for presales newcomers.
Highly recommended for anyone interested in the presales field.

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The Future of AI in Presales: Beyond Demo Automation with Nalin Senthamil
Q: What should presale leaders do over the next 12 to 18 months?
Nalin advises presale leaders to invest long-term in the right AI tools, focusing on building relationships and strategies rather than getting caught up in short-term results.
The Future of AI in Presales: Beyond Demo Automation with Nalin Senthamil
Q: What got you to where you're at today being founder and CEO of Storylane?
Nalin explains his journey from an AI engineer at Amazon, transitioning through various roles including CTO and then founding his current company, Storylane, focusing on demo automation.
Storytelling as an Industrial Skill with Jon Billett
Q: What steps can individual contributors take to build storytelling structures if their company doesn't provide one?
Billett suggests that first, individuals must overcome their self-doubt about storytelling abilities and understand that everyone can tell stories. Secondly, they should clarify the types of stories they want to tell and start creating narratives that resonate with their prospects.
Storytelling as an Industrial Skill with Jon Billett
Q: What is your unique perspective on storytelling?
Jon Billett emphasizes that storytelling is often viewed as a soft skill; however, he believes it should be treated as an industrial skill that requires structure and frameworks for effective communication in tech sales.
Shaping Decision Confidence and Overcoming Customer Indecision with Nikhil Sarma
Q: How do you diagnose whether indecision is due to a lack of clarity of value versus organizational priorities?
Nikhil emphasizes the importance of discovery, exploring dependencies, and gaining perspectives from various stakeholders to uncover the source of indecision.

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Targeting the Solution Consulting community, this podcast offers invaluable insights and resources for presales professionals at all stages of their careers. The episodes feature discussions with global presales leaders, industry experts, and entrepreneurs, exploring topics such as AI's impact on presales, strategies for overcoming barriers in the job market, and best practices in collaboration between sales and presales teams. Unique to this podcast is its focus on the personal and professional development of individuals within the presales realm, aiming not just to inform but to inspire actionable career growth through mentorship and community engagement. Potential listeners looking to enhance their skills and navigate their careers in pr... more

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2. Nalin Senthamil
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4. Jon Billett
5. Nikhil Sarma
6. Hannah Bloking
7. Allison Macalik
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