Startup Founder to RVP of Sales: Chris Kornbrust’s Playbook for Success

In Episode 23 of The Strong Mind Strong Will Podcast, Adam speaks with Chris Kornbrust, RVP of Enterprise Sales at Seismic. Chris speaks about his journey from starting businesses to becoming an RVP at an industry leading technology company, how to maximize your financial success within sales, as well as practices for personal growth and much more!

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Episode Breakdown:


0:00 - Snippet: Cold calling Seismic's Head of Sales / #1 Tip for new hires in sales.

2:39 – Introduction: Meet Chris Kornbrust, startup founder and sales expert.

3:25 – Chris’s Background: From early career moves to leading in tech sales.

5:52 – Startup at the Start: Benefits and challenges of founding a company early in your career.

10:56 – Timing Is Everything: Joining a revolutionary company at the right time.

13:47 – Sales Rep Advice: Networking within your company and building a quality sales pipeline.

16:23 – Cold Calling Success: How Chris started at Seismic. 

19:22 – Big Earnings in Tech: Strategies to maximize your income in tech sales.

26:21 – AI in Sales: Chris’s insights into standout AI tools and functions in the sales process.

34:59 – Life Beyond Work: Tips for personal growth, fulfillment, and achieving work-life balance.