Mark Ackers is Co-Founder of MySalesCoach, where he works with VP Sales and revenue leaders who want consistent, structured coaching across their teams. He's the co-author of two #1 bestselling sales books and hosts the I Used to Be Crap at Sales podcast, where he interviews sales leaders about what actually shaped how they lead.
Blog Post by Mark Ackers
Mark Ackers10 min read
Why Your Sales Coaching Sessions Aren't Working
Most sales managers run coaching sessions. Most of those sessions aren't coaching.
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Mark Ackers27 min read
Best Sales Coaching Platforms for B2B SaaS (2026 Guide)
The best sales coaching platform for B2B SaaS depends on what's actually broken. ...
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Mark Ackers7 min read
Engaging Sales Team Building Activities for Stronger Teams
Sales is hard. When a rep has been told no for the tenth time that day, they need people ...
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Mark Ackers8 min read
Sales Incentive Schemes: How to Build One That Actually Works
Sales incentive schemes are one of the most powerful tools a sales manager has, and one ...
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Mark Ackers10 min read
Remote Sales Leadership: Thriving in A Virtual Sales Environment
The pandemic turned us all into remote workers overnight – and now the genie is out of ...
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Mark Ackers6 min read
Mastering Delegation Strategies in Sales Leadership
Even as a leader, you can’t do everything in your team. Nor should you. Delegation is ...
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Mark Ackers7 min read
Inclusive Leadership: Fostering Diversity in Sales Teams
Diversity is essential in a sales team. If everybody looks the same and comes from the ...
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Mark Ackers7 min read
Sales Team Collaboration: Strategies for Effective Communication
Much as salespeople might deny it, closing a deal in today’s world is rarely an ...
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Mark Ackers7 min read
Sales Team Coaching: Techniques for Empowering Your Team
Sales coaching is, quite simply, the most effective way to upskill your reps and enhance ...
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Mark Ackers7 min read
Navigating Sales Leadership Transition: A Guide for Smooth Changes
When you take on a new sales leadership role, it’s essential to make the right start. ...
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Mark Ackers7 min read
Addressing Challenges: Managing Underperformance in Sales
You can hire people with solid track records, give them a great product to sell and the ...
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Mark Ackers21 min read
How to Manage a Sales Team: The Essential Guide for Sales Leaders
Sales leadership success doesn't 'just happen'. It's a combination of factors that come ...
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Mark Ackers6 min read
Real-Life Case Studies Show How Coaching Can Transform Your Sales Team
Sales coaching will be a game-changer for your organisation, helping your reps improve ...
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5 Proven Strategies for Effective Sales Coaching
Coaching is essential to success in any field - and sales is no exception. One-to-one ...
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Mark Ackers6 min read
Overcoming the Toughest Challenges of Sales Coaching
Sales coaching is an essential tool for sales managers looking to improve revenue, boost ...
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