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In the latest episode of The Big Picture Podcast by @Iron Pillar, I had the pleasure of speaking with @Anand Natampalli, a seasoned sales and business development leader at @sagility and a valued member of the Iron Pillar Network.

With decades of experience in sales, strategy, and scaling businesses, Anand shared powerful insights on what it takes to build and grow companies in today's evolving landscape.

🔥 Key Takeaways from the Conversation:
✅ Sales is like dating & marriage – Anand draws an intriguing analogy, emphasizing that selling isn’t a transaction; it’s a relationship. Just like in dating, the early stages require trust-building, mutual understanding, and patience. And when done right, it evolves into a long-term partnership—much like a strong marriage. 💍 🤝

✅ Entrepreneurship is climbing a mountain with sherpas – Founders don’t climb alone; they need trusted guides, experienced mentors, and the right partners to reach the summit. It’s about preparation, resilience, and the team you build around you. A key point is that it's not just about reaching the summit. It's about having the energy to make it back and enjoy the milestones! 🏔️🧗

✅ I always learn something new about my guests on these episodes. Anand, for example, started his passion for sales at an early age through door to door selling of old wallpaper that had been converted into coasters. Sales was his destiny:)

This episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and real-world lessons for founders, sales leaders, and anyone navigating the journey of business building. 🚀

The team at Iron Pillar is incredibly thankful for Anand's guidance and mentorship to our portfolio companies. 

🎧 Tune in to the full conversation here

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