Ask the Stupid Questions: Building a Sales Career from Scratch | Jacky Rossouw

From receptionist to Sales Director and Board Member at Lecico South Africa, Jacky Rossouw shares her 23-year journey of grit, learning, and relentless relationship-building across Africa.In this episode, we cover: -How Jacky went from unemployed to her first big break and used it as a launchpad for her career- Why a learning mindset (not just hard work) was the real driver behind her growth into a sales leadership role  - The power of asking “stupid” questions and never pretending you understand when you don’t  - Letting go of day-to-day operations to empower senior staff, build a stronger sales team, and create a scalable business  - How Jacky built sales relationships across African markets by investing in culture, trust, and value, not just price  - Why sales is ultimately about connection, ease, customer experience, and making your customers’ lives simplerIf you're a business owner, entrepreneur, sales leader, or ambitious professional wondering how to grow your career without formal qualifications, overcome intimidation and learn on the job, open new markets in Africa, or step back from operations to focus on strategy and revenue growth, this conversation will inspire you to back yourself, pick up the phone, ask the questions, and build something meaningful.Subscribe for more inspiring conversations on sales, marketing, business growth and leadership. Like, comment, and share if Jacky’s story resonated with you or helped you rethink your sales strategy.#Sales #WomenInBusiness #CareerGrowth #AfricanBusiness #SalesStrategy #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #B2BMarketing #Leadership Subscribe to my channels / @dylankohlstadt Connect with me on all my social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylankohlstadt/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylankohlstadt/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dylankohlstadt/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylankohlstadt YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DylanKohlstadt/