S1 E9 Kerry Grueneich Interview

Summary Kerry Grueneich shares her career journey in the telecommunications industry, starting as a sales rep and eventually becoming a VP of Sales Enablement. She emphasizes the importance of active listening, curiosity, and authenticity in sales. Kerry also discusses the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field and the need to break free from self-imposed pressure to overachieve. She believes in empowering others, building genuine connections, and creating a supportive company culture. Takeaways Active listening and curiosity are key skills in sales. Authenticity and empathy are important in leadership. Challenges exist for women in male-dominated fields, but progress is being made. Surrounding yourself with supportive people can contribute to success. Building genuine connections and empowering others create a positive company culture. Chapters 00:00 Kerry Grueneich's Career Journey in Telecommunications 08:07 The Power of Active Listening and Authenticity in Sales 24:14 Challenges and Empowerment for Women in the Workplace 31:30 Creating a Supportive Company Culture through Genuine Connections Keywords telecommunications, sales, career journey, active listening, curiosity, authenticity, challenges, woman in the workplace, leadership, empowerment, company culture #telecommunications #sales #careerjourney #activelistening #curiosity #authenticity #challenges #womanintheworkplace #leadership #empowerment #company culture