The Doctor turned CCO at Salesloft ft. Sam Loveland

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at ⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠ Sam Loveland, the Chief Customer Officer at SalesLoft, joins me to share her incredible journey in the tech and business world. From navigating a male-dominated industry to diving into the importance of feedback, Sam & I explore the challenges and strategies for transitioning into leadership roles. We also touch upon the value of mentorship, and the significance of a supportive system in achieving career aspirations. Timestamps: 0:00 - Preview & Intros 3:50 - Navigating career & family life 6:06 - Early aspirations to become a doctor 7:20 - Quitting computer science 10:45 - Prioritizing family over career 17:35 - Moving laterally, making tough decisions 20:40 - Women in STEM roles 23:20 - Celebrating career success 27:32 - Mentoring and guiding women 29:30 - Expertise brings value; management isn't everything 38:05 - Ask for help 40:30 - Feedback is a gift 45:10 - Love what you do and prioritize personal time Connect with the guest: Sam Loveland: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-loveland-b19775/ Connect with Kristi Faltorusso: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmKTIOWzy8e3kbzHr4f9VMr1oGfK5Qc_⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0Pf1SZMvfwvSJTA6WnpNjP⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-so-suite-podcast/id1730535499⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about Wednesday Women check out their Website: ⁠https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/⁠ LinkedIn page: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/⁠ Connect with the Show Producer: Manali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manalibhat/ _____________________ Keywords: career prioritization, career advancement, customer experience, mentoring for women, safe environment for feedback, women led leadership roles, work-life balance, mentorship, gender dynamics, career satisfaction, career transitions, vulnerability in leadership, female representation in tech, SalesLoft, ServiceNow, empowering women, career planning _____________________ About She's So Suite Podcast: Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.