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139. Becoming a World-Class SC: Gaining Visibility & Broadening Your Impact (Part 3 of 6) w/Maria Lat

31m · PreSales Podcast by PreSales Collective · 20 Mar 08:00

This six-part series is designed to help Solutions Consultants of all experience levels perfect their craft and be the best in their field. Through interviews and case studies with experienced professionals, we’ll unpack real-life stories and get actionable insights into what you can do right now to become a world-class SC.


Tune in and discover strategies for:

  • Continuous learning and improvement

  • Taking ownership of the customer experience

  • Developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders

  • And much more!


This ‘Becoming a World Class Solutions Professional’ framework was developed by Yuji Higashi as part of the PreSales Foundations program.

 
Episode 139. Becoming a World-Class SC: Gaining Visibility & Broadening Your Impact (Part 3 of 6) w/Maria Lat
 
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