In this episode, Julia Lustig interviews Ash Ali about his experience working in a fast-paced environment as a sales engineer in a scale-up company. They discuss the different types of companies in the SaaS industry, the challenges and benefits of being the first pre-sales on the ground in a new market, and the importance of mentorship in professional growth. Ash shares his journey from a marketing background to pre-sales and highlights the skills and mindset required to thrive in the role. They also touch on time management and prioritization, the various responsibilities of a pre-sales person, and the role models and mentors who have influenced Ash's career.
Here are the episode's key takeaways:
- The challenges and rewards of being the first pre-sales on the ground in a new market
- The importance of mentorship in professional growth and the value of both internal and external mentors
- Effective time management and prioritization strategies for pre-sales professionals
