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174: Signs of a Toxic Work Environment in Sales, Gabrielle (GB) Blackwell, Lattice

174: Signs of a Toxic Work Environment in Sales, Gabrielle (GB) Blackwell, Lattice

FromConversations with Women in Sales


174: Signs of a Toxic Work Environment in Sales, Gabrielle (GB) Blackwell, Lattice

FromConversations with Women in Sales

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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
May 23, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

We have had sales leader Gabrielle (GB) Blackwell on before (episode 85) and happy to have her back discussing some of her recent posting about toxic boss behavior in the sales workplace. GB and I were talking about more women than usual leaving B2B sales - something I am posting more about now as well.  GB shares her story about some really unhealthy situations she's found herself in previously - note we did not name names - it's not about that. It is about helping others in the same spot to see the red flags we may have missed or thought they were just part of being there.  I stand by what I say: "Go where you are celebrated, not tolerated."  GB talks about how if you are a woman, be sure and get feedback.  Get feedback not about your personality, but about skills. This is something GB noticed she'd get.  If you are a manager and simply write off a rep and don't give them any feedback, that's a form of abuse. (note: Manager, it is your JOB to support and develop all of the reps on your team)  What have we missed? Share in comments on LinkedIn or elsewhere. Keep this conversation going. Let's not lose women because of something that is changable with support of women in sales and our male allies.  Reach Gabrielle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielleblackwell/ More Conversations with Women in Sales here: https://womensalespros.com/podcast/
Released:
May 23, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Conversations with Women in Sales is a top podcast hosted by Lori Richardson. Every episode features a woman in sales who is doing incredible work, or an interview with a male ally, or conversation on a related topic. For the past 100+ episodes, guests share practical advice for advancing one's sales career. The podcast is dedicated to the memory of Barbara Giamanco, who founded CWWIS in 2018. Each episode features topics like: leadership, career management, dealing with imposter syndrome, overcoming adversity, sales and marketing alignment, B2B sales, strategic partnerships, building confidence, content creation and promotion, social media, building inclusive sales teams, and more.