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Mark Ackers

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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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