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Podden om Kalmar HC
The return of the king - Henrik Nilsson gästar podden!
The return of the king - Henrik Nilsson gästar podden! Hör om vägen tillbaka efter skada, varför KHC är svårslagna, vad som krävs av ett lag för att vinna titlar och vilken av ramsorna från C68 som är favoriten! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2026-01-08
34 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Juniorfokus med Theo och Walter
Juniorfokus i podden när vi kollar läget i J18 och J20.Theo Eriksson från J18 och Walter Nilsson från J20 förklarar seriesystem i svensk junior-hockey.Dom hyllar Kalmar HC:s och Magnus "Professorn" Säfströms träningsupplägg.Sen snackar vi vad dom har för målsättningar med resten av säsongen och steget till a-laget från juniorhockeyn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-27
42 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Laz tillbaka i KHC och tillbaka i podden och så även Mr 200 Gabbe Olsson
Podden tillbaka efter ett lite längre paus än vad vi planerat.Johan och Håkan snackar igenom vad som hänt både på och utanför isen sen senaste podden.Och Håkan har ringt upp Victor Laz som är tillbaka i Kalmar på lån och Gabbe Olsson som nu har spelat 200 matcher för KHC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-24
43 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Ring race efter 7-0 viktorian i Victoriahallen
Johan är fortfarande bortrest så Håkan tar ett ring race.Det blir samtal med "Creepy", "Gabbe" och "Ludde" från C68.Vi tar så klart upp 7-0 vinsten mot Nybro i fredags och kollar läget inför kommande vecka med matcher mot både Modo och Oskarshamn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-20
34 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Carl Malmqvist om starten i Kalmar HC
Marcus är med oss i podden när Johan är bortrest.Då är det ju givet att vi ringer upp våra nya målvakt för säsongen Carl Malmqvist.Vi går igenom lärdomarna han tog med sig från sina juniorår. Vad är det som skiljer mellan hockeyettan och hockeyallsvenskan.Så klart nördar vi ner oss i målvaktsutrustning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-14
58 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Matias Wigley förra säsongens vinnare av tekningsligan gästar podden
Johan packar för resa så Håkan ringer upp Matias Wigley själv.Vi går igenom en gedigen hockeykarriär som transformerat stockholmaren till en smålänning.Självklart pratar vi tekningar med vinnaren av tekningsligan förra säsongen.Och hur ser egentligen rollbeskrivningen ut för en spelare i Kalmars fjärdelina? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-11
58 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Fystränaren Philip fixar förutsättningar för fortsatta framgångar
Johan är tillbaka och tillsammans med Håkan så går vi igenom några av roliga grejer som händer runt Kalmar HC just nu.Sen kollar vi hur försäsongsträningen gått med Kalmar HC:s fystränare Philip Wärmegård. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-15
57 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Lerby - årets supporterspelare
Vi når årets supporterspelare Carl-Johan Lerby mitt mellan golfrundorna.Hur går sommarträningen? Vad kände han efter förra säsongen?Och vad kan vi förvänta oss från honom och Kalmar HC nästa år. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-22
38 min
Naturpodden – Natursidan
Naturpodden: Johan Landenmark, Isak Isaksson och de stora rovdjuren
Sverige skulle behöva arbeta hårdare för att uppnå långsiktigt livskraftiga populationer av rovdjur och för ökad samexistens mellan rovdjur och människor. För att få reda på hur Naturskyddsföreningen arbetar med dessa frågor träffade Emil V. Nilsson både Johan Landenmark och Isak Isaksson i Florarnas naturreservat där det fortfarande finns vargar och lodjur kvar. Det ligger en decimeter snö när vi kommer fram till Vika gård i utkanten av Florarnas naturreservat. Snart är vi ute på Vikasjöns is och skidar söderut. Johan Landenmark och Isak Isa...
2025-02-25
38 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Carl-Johan Lerby gästar podden - Hör om backklippans resa till KHC och hur han ser på avslutningen av serien och det kommande slutspelet - Tvivlar inte en sekund på att vi kan gå hela vägen!
Carl-Johan Lerby gästar podden - Hör om backklippans resa till KHC och hur han ser på avslutningen av serien och det kommande slutspelet - Tvivlar inte en sekund på att vi kan gå hela vägen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-09
1h 28
Podden om Kalmar HC
Stenberg är tillbaka i podden och snackar om dom senaste matcherna.
Johan och Mackan är bortresta så Håkan ringer upp Marcus Stenberg.Vi snackar om dom senaste matcherna och vad vi kan förvänta oss framöver i matcharrangemang.Vi kikar lite framåt mot slutspelet och vad Stenberg tror där. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-29
52 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Praktikanten
Med Johan bortrest har Mackan fått kalla in en praktikant. Mackan och praktikanten sammanfattar Kalmar HC:s matcher från Tingsryd hemma till Oskarshamn hemma.Och blir det något knasigt så vet ni alla att man inte får skylla på praktikanten. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-10
57 min
Impact Weekly
Variable Comp for CSMs: Motivation or Misstep?
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Setting up a variable compensation plan for Customer Success Managers (CSMs) is fraught with challenges. In this week's episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln dive deep into the intricacies of variable comp plans. They discuss the potential pitfalls, share effective strategies, and emphasize the irreplaceable role of leadership in motivating CSMs.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION: "What's the best approach for a variable comp plan for a Customer Success Manager?"TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The challenges and pitfalls of variable compensation plans in Customer Success.Effective...
2024-06-27
26 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Vi lär känna Henrik Nilsson - Hör om hockeyresan från div 1 till VM-guld med Ungerska landslaget!
Vi lär känna Henrik Nilsson - Hör om hockeyresan från div 1 till VM-guld med Ungerska landslaget! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-19
46 min
Impact Weekly
Predicting Customer Churn: Essential Metrics and Strategies
Retention training starts June 17, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/copy-of-the-retention-program-us-oct-24ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Customer churn is a critical issue that can impact a company's growth and stability. In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln dive into the essential metrics for predicting churn and discuss effective strategies to mitigate it. They share insights on understanding customer behavior, proactive engagement, and how to communicate potential churn risks to management.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"Can you summarize the ke...
2024-06-13
35 min
Impact Weekly
Orchestrated Advocacy: Creating Social Proof without Overwhelming CSMs
Customer Advocacy training starts June 10, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-advocacy-program-eujun24ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Unlock the power of real, enthusiastic customer advocacy. This week on Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln explore the strategies to turn your customers into your most potent marketing force. They lay down the importance of a systematic approach to advocacy, tracking, and making data-backed asks to cultivate authentic customer champions.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“How can customers see the value in being advocates? What's in it fo...
2024-06-06
23 min
Impact Weekly
How to get your Customers to Advocate for you (References, Referrals, and Reviews)
Customer Advocacy training starts June 10, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-advocacy-program-eujun24ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this enlightening episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln unpack the intricacies of customer advocacy, focusing on the subtle yet powerful differences between earned and incentivized advocacy. They explore why genuine, unsolicited customer testimonials are more effective and how to encourage them. Additionally, they discuss the pitfalls of offering incentives for customer reviews and share how to frame the 'ask' to create more compelling and authentic advocacy.
2024-05-30
17 min
Impact Weekly
Upselling for Success: Why Simple Retention is a Red Flag
Impact Academy Expansion Program starts 27 May, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-expansion-program-may-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle the challenging question of how to start finding expansion opportunities when there appear to be none. They delve into the importance of the right mindset, strategies for uncovering hidden growth potential, and practical approaches for driving expansion in customer success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"At the moment I have zero expansion opportunities. Where an...
2024-05-22
36 min
Impact Weekly
Customer Success Beyond what they Pay: Using Customer Characteristics to Tailor their Experience
Our next Impact Academy training programs start on 27-May, 2024Customer-centric Automations:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/customer-centric-automations-eumay24The Expansion Program:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-expansion-program-may-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this week's episode, Johan and Lincoln explore the significance of tailoring customer success strategies based on unique customer characteristics, moving beyond traditional price plan segmentation. They delve into the practical steps customer success teams can take to create more personalized, efficient service models that drive better outcomes for both customers and businesses.
2024-05-16
29 min
Impact Weekly
Weaponized Incompetence: How Customers Get You to Do Their Work for Them (And How to Stop it)
Check out our upcoming Customer Success courses at Impact Academy here:https://www.impactdemy.com/collectionsON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle a common yet under-discussed challenge in customer success: customers who, despite training, claim they "can't" perform tasks, thereby transferring their workload back to their CSMs. Discover insightful strategies for empowering customers and breaking this cycle of "weaponized incompetence".THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"I have this customer, even though they've gone through training and I've shown them what to do...
2024-05-09
31 min
In the Borderlands
Johan Nilsson: Farming as Ceremony #48
In the US, there’s a prediction that if the current traditional farming practices continue, there’s 60 harvests remaining before the topsoil is completely eroded. Is there another way? Biodynamic farmer and dancer Johan Nilsson offers one alternative. What if we transform our entire mindset and instead of viewing the soil as dead matter we enter into a relationship with it? Welcome into a sparkling and stirring conversation where the borders between agriculture and art are wiped away, where the intuitive development of the farmer and the soil are seen as one and the same, where the farm itsel...
2024-05-08
1h 11
Impact Weekly
Maintaining Morale and Retaining Talent in Uncertain Times
Our Impact Academy Head of CS: How to Scale training starts May 6, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/head-of-customer-success-how-to-scale-may-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle a critical challenge facing leaders today: How do you maintain morale and retain your top performers amid significant organizational changes? From navigating economic shifts to adjusting to new market realities, they provide insightful strategies for keeping your team engaged and committed.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“How do you maintain mora...
2024-05-03
32 min
Impact Weekly
Beyond Revenue: Uncovering the True Value of Your Customers
Our Impact Academy Head of CS: How to Scale training starts May 6, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/head-of-customer-success-how-to-scale-may-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:Dive deep into the multifaceted ways businesses can measure customer value beyond just annual recurring revenue. In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln discuss various dimensions of customer value that encompass strategic importance, potential growth, and advocacy, enhancing how businesses can view and leverage their customer relationships for long-term success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"Apart from ARR, what other...
2024-04-25
30 min
Impact Weekly
Efficiency Hacks for CSMs: Practical Productivity Ideas
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In today’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln explore the concept of productivity in the realm of customer success. They debunk the idea of "hacks" as mere shortcuts and delve into substantive strategies that can genuinely enhance productivity for Customer Success Managers (CSMs).THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“What are your favorite customer success hacks for staying productive throughout the day?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:Analyzing and improving day-to-day efficiency in customer success roles.Understanding and managing personal energy levels for optimal productivity.Leveraging techno...
2024-04-19
34 min
Impact Weekly
How to Build a Customer Advocacy Machine
2-week Customer Advocacy training program starts 22-April, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-advocacy-program-apr-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:Unlock the power of real, enthusiastic customer advocacy. This week on Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln explore the strategies to turn your customers into your most potent marketing force. They lay down the importance of a systematic approach to advocacy, tracking, and making data-backed asks to cultivate authentic customer champions.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“How can customers see the value in being advocates? What's in...
2024-04-11
23 min
Impact Weekly
Customer Retention: Negotiation, Discounts, and Distractions
Retention Training starts on 8-April, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-retention-program-apr-euON TODAY’S EPISODE:In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln help a Customer Success Manager to navigate pushy customers trying to negotiate discounts. They shed light on the reasons behind it and tactics to handle those interactions. They also share processes and strategies to avoid those situations.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:“One of my least favorite things is to deal with customers that are really pushy and...
2024-04-03
27 min
Impact Weekly
Tailored Success: Navigating Customization in SaaS Without Losing Scale
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In Episode 69 of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle the delicate balance between offering tailored solutions and maintaining a scalable product in the SaaS industry. They dive deep into the nuances of customization, from fully bespoke developments to configurable features within a product, shedding light on how Customer Success Managers can navigate these waters effectively.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"From a customer success angle, how do you balance offering customization with ready-to-use features in a SaaS product? What's the upside and downside to each?"TOPICS BEING...
2024-03-28
21 min
Impact Weekly
Engaging Customers at Renewal: Practical Strategies and Tactics
Impact Academy Retention Program starts April 8, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-retention-program-apr-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode, Johan and Lincoln tackle a pressing challenge faced by many in Customer Success Management: managing major clients who are avoiding renewal discussions. They provide a deep dive into understanding the context of such situations, exploring customer health scores, meaningful usage, and the progress towards goals. The conversation illuminates strategies for engaging clients effectively, emphasizing the importance of providing value and aligning with customer goals beyond the renewal date.
2024-03-21
37 min
Impact Weekly
Domain Experts as CSMs: Benefits, Challenges, and Strategies for Success
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this insightful episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle a prevalent challenge in the SaaS industry—integrating domain experts into customer success roles without prior experience. They delve into why companies are increasingly leaning towards this trend, the benefits it brings, and the hurdles both the domain experts and companies face. Moreover, they share practical strategies to empower these domain experts to excel as customer success managers (CSMs), ensuring they can leverage their specialized knowledge to drive customer success and business growth.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"I'm re...
2024-03-14
20 min
Impact Weekly
Retention Reimagined: From Fighting Fires to Ensuring Success
Retention Training starts on 8-April, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-retention-program-apr-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode of Impact Weekly, we explore the challenge of juggling immediate customer support crises with the necessity for long-term planning. With a spotlight on retention, we delve into strategies for shifting from a reactive to a proactive engagement model, ensuring success and sustainability.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"I'm swamped over here. We're running around, putting out fires, barely holding on to customers. But we also know w...
2024-03-06
29 min
Impact Weekly
The Future of Customer Success? AI, Automation, and Appropriate Experience
Customer-centric Automations Training starts on 4-March, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/cutomer-centric-automations-eu-mar-24ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this enlightening continuation of our exploration into the future of Customer Success, Johan and Lincoln dive deeper into reasons two through five, ensuring the necessity of Customer Success roles in the evolving landscape of technology and customer engagement. They challenge the notion of obsolescence and instead argue for the evolution and augmentation of Customer Success roles through strategic value addition, efficient operations, technological advancements, and maintaining a human-tech s...
2024-02-28
22 min
Impact Weekly
The Future of Customer Success: Essential or Endangered?
Customer-centric Automations Training starts on 4-March, 2024. Learn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/cutomer-centric-automations-eu-mar-24ON TODAY'S EPISODE:The Future of Customer Success: Essential or Endangered? In this thought-provoking episode, Lincoln and Johan dive into the heart of a provocative question: "Will Customer Success even be needed in a few years?" They explore the evolving landscape of customer success amidst technological advancements and changing business models, offering insights into the roles humans will continue to play in ensuring customer success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:
2024-02-21
32 min
Impact Weekly
It's a Trap! How to Avoid These Common CSM Pitfalls
Success Plan training starts March 4, 2024 at Impact AcademyLearn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-success-plan-program-mar-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this captivating episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln continue their insightful discussion on the top five traps that Customer Success Managers (CSMs) face, focusing on traps three through five. They delve into each trap with depth, providing practical strategies for CSMs to not only avoid these pitfalls but to turn them into opportunities for growth, thereby enhancing customer success and satisfaction....
2024-02-14
32 min
Impact Weekly
Common Traps for CSMs to Avoid (and How to Actually do That)
Success Plan training starts March 4, 2024 at Impact AcademyLearn more and sign-up here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/the-success-plan-program-mar-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:This week on Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle the critical traps that Customer Success Managers (CSMs) often fall into. With insights and practical advice, they delve into the first two of the top five traps, offering strategies not just for avoiding these pitfalls but for transforming them into opportunities for growth and success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"What are the biggest...
2024-02-08
25 min
Impact Weekly
Chaotic Harmony: Customer Success in Early-stage Startups
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In "Chaotic Harmony: Customer Success in Early-stage Startups," Johan and Lincoln delve into the complex world of Customer Success Managers (CSMs) in startup environments. They explore how CSMs can navigate the unique challenges and create effective strategies amidst the unpredictability of startups.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"How do I create the best working conditions as a CSM in a SaaS startup where there are no set ways of doing things?"TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The critical role of customer learning and development in startup environments...
2024-01-31
33 min
Impact Weekly
Understanding Partner Success: Challenges, Benefits, and Opportunities
Learn more and sign-up for Impact Academy's Partner Success Program here:https://www.impactdemy.com/courses/partner-success-feb-euON TODAY'S EPISODE:This is a replay of episode 35 of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln take a deep dive into the complex world of partner success within a multi-channel landscape. They discuss the differences and similarities to traditional customer success and offer insights on how to ensure that both the partner's and the end customer's success align perfectly.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"I'm setting up a partner success, what are the differences...
2024-01-24
26 min
Impact Weekly
The CSM's Path to Excellence: Essential Skills, Training, and Professional Development
Learn more about Impact Academy Customer Success training here:https://www.impactdemy.com/collectionsON TODAY'S EPISODE:In episode 59, Johan and Lincoln explore the vital aspects of skill and competence development for Customer Success Managers (CSMs). The discussion revolves around the necessity of a growth mindset, the importance of proactive training, and the need for continuous self-improvement in the ever-changing landscape of customer success. This episode provides invaluable insights for CSMs and heads of Customer Success aiming to elevate their careers.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“What do you recommend I...
2024-01-17
32 min
Impact Weekly
Kickstart 2024: New Years Strategies for Customer Success Managers and Leaders
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:"Kickstart 2024: New Years Strategies for Customer Success Managers and Leaders" delves into effective strategies and reflections that customer success professionals should consider at the start of a new year. Johan and Lincoln discuss practical steps for CSMs and CS leaders to set the tone for a successful year, covering goal reassessment, capacity planning, and the importance of deliberate actions for sustained momentum.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"Starting the year off, what are some key actions I should take for a positive beginning?"TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:
2024-01-10
33 min
Impact Weekly
Customer Success in 2024: Trends and Predictions (Part Two)
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode, Johan and Lincoln explore key trends in Customer Success Management (CSM) for 2024. They discuss the evolving landscape of product-led growth, the rising importance of personal branding for CSM professionals, and the increasing role of asynchronous communication in customer success strategies.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"What are the main trends and predictions for customer success in 2024, and how will they impact the role of CSMs and heads of Customer Success?"TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The balance between product-led growth (PLG) and customer success...
2023-12-27
27 min
Impact Weekly
Customer Success in 2024: Trends and Predictions (Part One)
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln delve into the predictions for customer success in 2024. They explore the evolving landscape of Customer Success Management (CSM) and how various factors like efficiency, capacity planning, goal discovery, expansion, pooled resources, and AI integration are shaping the future. The episode offers a glimpse into what CSMs and heads of customer success can expect in the coming year and beyond.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"What are the main trends and predictions for customer success in 2024, and how will they impact the...
2023-12-20
19 min
Impact Weekly
Impact Weekly Wrapped: Our Top Insights from 2023's Most Popular Episodes
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Impact Weekly Unwrapped: Our Top Insights from 2023's Most Popular Episodes. In this special year-end episode, Johan and Lincoln reflect on the most downloaded episodes of 2023, exploring the key themes and insights that resonated with Customer Success Managers and Heads of Customer Success. Dive into a comprehensive analysis of the year's most influential topics, from efficiency and capacity planning to goal discovery and expansion strategies.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"What were your most downloaded episodes in 2023 and what were the main themes you talked about this year?"
2023-12-13
33 min
Material for the brain
#37 - Living with the soil / Johan Nilsson
My guest for episode 37 is Johan Nilsson, an explorer of natural sciences and art. He’s a trained gardener and teacher in Biodynamic farming, gardening and Permaculture Design. He is a contact improvisation dancer and teacher. In his work Johan opens a space in which we can learn more about our own individual bodily system through the study of larger ecosystems, and cultivating our empathy for the larger systems based on your own somatic experiences. Connect with Johan: johantraggae@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/johan.nilsson.traggae
2023-12-07
1h 33
Impact Weekly
CSM Burnout: Understanding the Signs, Discovering the Cause, and Fixing it
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this insightful episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle the challenging issue of CSM burnout in the context of customer success management. Despite appearing under capacity on paper, many CSMs report feeling overwhelmed and burned out. The discussion revolves around uncovering what might be missed in these situations and how leaders can effectively address and prevent burnout in their teams.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"On paper it looks like my CSMs should be under capacity, but they are telling me that they’re burned out. What am I...
2023-12-06
43 min
Impact Weekly
Expansion is Success: Why Land and Maintain isn't Enough
Impact Academy Expansion Program starts 4-Dec, 2023! ==> Learn more and sign-up here.ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle the challenging question of how to start finding expansion opportunities when there appear to be none. They delve into the importance of the right mindset, strategies for uncovering hidden growth potential, and practical approaches for driving expansion in customer success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"At the moment I have zero expansion opportunities. Where and how do I start?"TO...
2023-11-29
35 min
Impact Weekly
Customer Success is in its Efficiency Era now (From Growth to Profit)
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode, Johan and Lincoln explore the challenges and strategies for Customer Success Management amidst a shift from growth to profit in many companies. They focus on the implications and nuances of efficiency metrics such as ARR per employee, providing insights on how heads of customer success can effectively adapt to this changing landscape.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"My company has recently switched focus from growth to profit, and with that came a lot of questions on efficiency, like measuring ARR per employee and such. How do I...
2023-11-22
27 min
Impact Weekly
Lifecycle Stages Demystified: Who Shapes this Vital Part of the Customer Journey?
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Defining the customer journey can be complex and crucial. In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln tackle the intricacies of life cycle stages in a company. They explore who typically defines these stages and what factors can impact their definition, offering valuable insights for Customer Success Managers and Heads of Customer Success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“Who typically defines the life cycle stages in a company? And what factors can impact the definition of life cycle stages?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The critical role...
2023-11-15
27 min
Impact Weekly
Feedback Loops: How Customer Success Impacts Product Development
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Navigating the delicate balance of incorporating user feedback into product development is no small feat. This week on Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln unpack the complex dynamics of feedback loops in the world of Customer Success Management (CSM). They offer their seasoned perspectives on distinguishing valuable insights from noise and emphasize the critical nature of closing the communication loop with both customers and internal teams.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“What's the best approach when collecting the feedback from sales and the CSM team? How do you find the balance be...
2023-11-08
34 min
Impact Weekly
What CSMs Should be Experts In (and what they Shouldn't)
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Navigating the complex world of Customer Success Management (CSM) often raises the question: How specialized should a CSM be in their customers' businesses? In episode 48 of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln explore this intricate balance, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, resourcefulness, and focus on customer goals. Tune in to find out what CSMs should really be experts in—and what they shouldn't.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“When working with a large amount of different customers, how do you manage to become an expert in each of their businesses and abso...
2023-11-01
31 min
Impact Weekly
Your Social Proof Machine: Consistently Generating Real Advocates at Scale
Customer Advocacy program starting November 27th: Learn more and sign-up hereON TODAY'S EPISODE:Unlock the power of real, enthusiastic customer advocacy. This week on Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln explore the strategies to turn your customers into your most potent marketing force. They lay down the importance of a systematic approach to advocacy, tracking, and making data-backed asks to cultivate authentic customer champions.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“How can customers see the value in being advocates? What's in it for the customer?”TOPI...
2023-10-25
23 min
Impact Weekly
Earned Advocacy: Cultivating Genuine and Powerful Social Proof at Scale
Customer Advocacy program starting November 27th: Learn more and sign-up here ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this enlightening episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln unpack the intricacies of customer advocacy, focusing on the subtle yet powerful differences between earned and incentivized advocacy. They explore why genuine, unsolicited customer testimonials are more effective and how to encourage them. Additionally, they discuss the pitfalls of offering incentives for customer reviews and share how to frame the 'ask' to create more compelling and authentic advocacy.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“Ho...
2023-10-18
17 min
Impact Weekly
Turning Metrics into Milestones: The Evolution of KPIs in Customer Success
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Unpacking the critical difference between customer KPIs and user KPIs, Johan and Lincoln shed light on the importance of understanding and measuring true customer achievement. With a deep dive into the layers of success metrics, this episode reveals how best to align them with genuine business outcomes.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“Customer KPIs VS users KPIs: which one to prioritize, are they both needed? Is there a need to differentiate?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The pivotal distinction between customer-centric metrics and user-level metrics in driving outc...
2023-10-11
25 min
Impact Weekly
Beyond Retention: Why Every Department Should Care About Customer Success
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Breaking through departmental silos, Johan and Lincoln shed light on the multifaceted value of Customer Success. Beyond just retention, they emphasize the interdependence of various teams and the pivotal role Customer Success plays across the entire company.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“How do you show the importance of customer success to the wider team?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The overarching impact of Customer Success on departments such as Product, Finance, Marketing, and Sales.Strategies for advocating and showcasing the importance of the Customer Success team internally.Exploring the intricacies of Net Reve...
2023-10-04
34 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Segertåget, förväntningarna och det akuta behovet av en logga!
Pop-up-tiden är över. Vi är nu Podden om Kalmar HC. Mackan & Johan går igenom seriepremiären, förväntningarna och det akuta behovet av en logga! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-29
39 min
Impact Weekly
Shifting Gears: Transitioning to Proactive Customer Success
Impact Academy 2-Week Retention program for CSMs and Heads of CS starts on September 25, 2023. Learn more and sign-up here.ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of customer success, exploring strategies that shift the focus from firefighting reactive measures to proactive, sustainable solutions. Johan and Lincoln share invaluable insights on breaking the cycle of customer churn, empowering teams, and achieving long-term growth by prioritizing the success of your customers. THIS WEEKS QUESTION: "I'm swamped over here. We're running around, putting out fires, barely holding o...
2023-09-20
32 min
Impact Weekly
The Importance of Retention in Customer Success
Impact Academy 2-Week Retention program for CSMs and Heads of CS starts on September 25, 2023. Learn more and sign-up here.ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Net Revenue Retention (NRR) is unarguably a highly important metric but is it the main KPI for a Customer Success Manager? And if so, how do you track progress and make sure your actions influence NRR? In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln will unwrap Net Revenue Retention and give practical advice on rollup metrics, prioritization and how to make sure you maximize NRR for your customers.
2023-09-13
22 min
Podden om Kalmar HC
Pilotavsnitt - Pop-up-podden om Kalmar HC!
Välkomna till en podcast för nya och gamla Kalmar HC fans! Det här är podcasten där vi fokuserar på Kalmar HC och förbereder oss för säsongen 23/24 i Hockeyallsvenskan. Syftet är att bygga intresse och birda till att göra fler till hockeysupporters i Kalmar-regionen! Vi som leder podden heter Johan och Marcus. Med oss kommer det i varje avsnitt finnas nya gäster som kommer bidra med att bygga bilden av KHC och Hockeyallsvenskan 23/24.Pop-up-podden om Kalmar HC - Vi som vill veta lite mer! Hosted o...
2023-09-08
11 min
Impact Weekly
Don't Be Fooled: Why High Usage Doesn't Guarantee Customer Success
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Johan and Lincoln tackle a pressing concern for Heads of Customer Success and Customer Success Managers: Why high usage doesn't equate to customer success. They explore the "Usage Trap" and introduce the concept of Success Gaps as a way to understand and act on customer goals effectively.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“My customers are frequent users of our platform, but my numbers are not what I want when it comes to churn, contraction, as well as expansion. What can I do here?”TOPICS BEIN...
2023-09-06
22 min
Impact Weekly
From Bottleneck to Breakthrough: Scaling Your Customer Success Team Without Losing Control
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Scaling your Customer Success team can feel like walking a tightrope between maintaining control and empowering your team. In this illuminating episode, Johan and Lincoln address the challenges and solutions involved in scaling Customer Success teams without losing that personal touch.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"As head of CS I have always been very integrated with my small team and could see the progress we made with customers. As we are now growing, I feel I’m losing touch with my team and my customers. Do you have any ad...
2023-08-30
21 min
Impact Weekly
Continuous Goal Alignment: The Secret of World-Class Customer Success Teams
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Keeping up with ever-evolving customer goals can feel like chasing a moving target. In this week's episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln unravel the mystery behind continuous goal alignment. They break down strategies for understanding, tracking, and staying in sync with customer goals, offering critical insights on joint accountability, maintaining customer relationships, and driving long-term success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“I know Goal Discovery is important but how often should I update the goals with the customer?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The psychology of “becaus...
2023-08-23
25 min
Maratonlabbet
163. Ida Nilsson om segern i Ultravasan
I det hundrasextiotredje avsnittet av ”Maratonlabbet - en podcast om löpning” pratar vi med Ida Nilsson som är en av Sveriges bästa ultratraillöpare genom tiderna. I helgen vann hon Ultravasan 90 efter stor dramatik där hon sprang fel tidigt i loppet men ändå kunde komma tillbaka och vara första över mållinjen i Mora. Hör Ida prata om den dramatiken och om hur hon har tagit sig tillbaka till den yppersta världseliten igen efter sin jobbiga skadeperiod. Även Erik sprang Ultravasan 90 och han bjuder på en innehållsrik race report som bland annat avslöja...
2023-08-22
1h 33
Impact Weekly
Goal Discovery: The Essential Task You Don't Have Time for (Until Now!)
Join Impact Academy's Success Plan program starting August 21, 2023!Learn more and sign-up here.ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Balancing goal discovery with time constraints is a common challenge for CSMs and Heads of Customer Success. In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln explore the importance of goal discovery, how to prioritize it among daily tasks, and how to equip CSMs with the necessary skills to ensure success.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“Goal discovery makes total sense to me. But, practically speaking, at what level (user, exec sponsor, etc...
2023-08-16
31 min
Impact Weekly
From Silos to Synergy: Uniting Customer Success and Sales
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Johan and Lincoln delve deep into the intricate relationship between Sales and Customer Success. They highlight the pitfalls of working in silos and shed light on how to build a more cohesive, collaborative approach. Tune in to uncover practical strategies and actionable insights that can help bridge the divide and pave the way for a smoother customer journey.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:“We are very siloed in our work between CS and Sales, no one's fault really, but do you have any tips on how we can be more...
2023-08-09
26 min
Impact Weekly
Navigating Partner Success in a Multi-Channel World
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In episode 35 of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln take a deep dive into the complex world of partner success within a multi-channel landscape. They discuss the differences and similarities to traditional customer success and offer insights on how to ensure that both the partner's and the end customer's success align perfectly.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:"I'm setting up a partner success, what are the differences and similarities to normal customer success, and what are our recommendations?"TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The definition and significance of...
2023-07-26
28 min
Impact Weekly
Unlocking Potential: How to Allocate Customers to CSMs
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Discover the potential hidden within your Customer Success Management (CSM) teams. In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln delve into strategies for customer allocation to CSMs, discussing how thoughtful allocation and capacity planning can optimize the potential of your CSMs and enhance customer success.Here's a link to the Customer Success survey we mentioned.THIS WEEK'S QUESTION:“As a new head of CS, what should I consider when allocating customers to my CSMs?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:The need f...
2023-07-19
28 min
Impact Weekly
Is Customer Success going from Ally to the Nemesis?
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:This week’s episode of Impact Weekly is the response to a thought-provoking tweet by industry visionary Jason Lemkin. Johan and Lincoln dissect the intricate relationship between ally and nemesis, questioning whether Customer Success has veered off course. Get ready to challenge your assumptions and discover the delicate balance between being an ally and transforming into a nemesis in the realm of customer success."THIS WEEKS QUESTION:“I would love to get your view on Jason Lemkin’s assessment that customer success is moving from the customer's ally to its...
2023-07-12
31 min
Impact Weekly
Stop trying to convince customers - Do this instead!
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:Convincing non-tech users to embrace change can be a challenge. In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln delve into the underlying reasons behind the excuse of being “non-tech” and share valuable insights on how to overcome resistance, understand customer motivations, and navigate customer reluctance to drive successful adoption.THIS WEEKS QUESTION:“My users are very non-tech, and I have a hard time convincing them to change their way. What can I do here?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:* The importance of understand...
2023-07-05
23 min
The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra
Ep#311 Johan Nilsson: Driving Multinational Growth in an Industry We All Need! Connecting to Leads in 1 Minute or Less
The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra Episode 311 of the Growth of Scaling Podcast is an interview with Johan Nilsson, the Founder and CEO of Convolo.ai. Johan shares his journey of starting and growing his business, which focuses on solving the problem of speed to lead in sales. He discovered that many companies were losing potential customers because they were too slow in responding to leads. Johan's company, Convolo.ai, boosts conversion rates by promptly calling every lead, mainly benefiting businesses in a lead generation seeking improved response time. They excel in competitive...
2023-06-29
30 min
Impact Weekly
The Good, the Bad, the Ugly - Our own Experiences being Customer Success-ed
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this week of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln take on the customer role and talk about their experiences of both successful and challenging customer interactions. Join them as they discuss the power of turning around a customer's negative experience and the long-term benefits it can bring to a business relationship.THIS WEEKS QUESTION:“Can you share an example of when you yourself got Customers Success-ed? And also perhaps the opposite?”TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED:*Johan and Lincoln’s personal experiences receiving Customer Success...
2023-06-28
25 min
Impact Weekly
Break the Churn Analysis Paralysis
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan Nilsson and Lincoln Murphy discuss the importance of churn analysis and the pitfalls of false data and biased customer feedback, which can lead to distorted insights during churn analysis. They emphasize that churn is not the problem itself and introduce a simple classification system to gain insights into customer churn.THIS WEEKS QUESTION:"I know we should do some type of churn analysis, but I don't know where to start. Can you point me in the right direction?"...
2023-06-21
26 min
Impact Weekly
Scaling Customer Success: High Impact vs Low Impact Activities
ON TODAY'S EPISODE:This week, Johan and Lincoln will dive into a discussion about the scalability of customer success management and the possibility of building successful customer relationships without personal contact. They explore the motivations behind removing personal contact, the role of technology in engagement strategies, the importance of human interaction in product-led growth companies, and effective strategies for scaling customer success while maintaining high-impact personal interactions.THIS WEEKS QUESTION:“Is there a way to scale the CSM job? Can we build relationships and make customers successful without personal contact?”...
2023-06-14
23 min
Impact Weekly
Why You Should Be in Customer Success - Our View
ON TODAY’S EPISODE:Impact Weekly is all about helping our listeners solve common Customer Success challenges. When talking about all these challenges, one could wonder: “Why should I even consider taking a job in customer success?” In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln discuss what to consider when choosing your role and share their top 3 reasons to work in Customer Success.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:"I love the pod but why should I even consider taking a job in customer success? Especially after listening to your podcast."
2023-06-07
31 min
Impact Weekly
Customer Negotiations - When, Why and How to Say No to Discounts
ON TODAY’S EPISODE:In this week’s episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln help a Customer Success Manager to navigate pushy customers trying to negotiate discounts. They shed light on the reasons behind it and tactics to handle those interactions. They also share processes and strategies to avoid those situations.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:“One of my least favorite things is to deal with customers that are really pushy and want to negotiate discounts. I've had several customers now threatening to cancel unless they get a better deal at renewal. Help me here. What sho...
2023-05-30
30 min
Impact Weekly
Superuser turnover: Avoiding disruptions when your champion leaves
ON TODAY’S EPISODE:In this episode of Impact Weekly Johan and Lincoln explore the challenges of recognizing and empowering superusers. They highlight the long-term impact of genuine recognition and share best-practices and strategies to ensure their invaluable contributions are acknowledged through building authority and implementing workflows.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION: “One of our super users is doing a great job, but is going unnoticed by her colleagues and her manager. I'm worried that she will leave and that everyone will be worse off. Can I do something here?”TOPICS...
2023-05-24
23 min
Sånt man säger
Om varumärkesskydd med Victor Nilsson på NORMA
Du lyssnar nu på ett avsnitt av vår gamla podd Fatta Gilla Köpa. Vi heter numera Sånt man säger. Trevlig lyssning!Victor Nilsson är advokat på NORMA Advokater och expert på frågor som rör varumärkesskydd. Det här avsnittet är ett måste för dig som vill säkerställa ditt varumärkesskydd i Sverige, i Europa eller globalt. Skapa gärna kontakt med Victor på LinkedIn, ring på 0706-91 00 77 eller maila till victor.nilsson@normalaw.se Spana in NORMAs hemsida om du vill veta mer om deras verksamh...
2023-05-18
49 min
Impact Weekly
From Setbacks to Success: Thriving in Turbulent Times of Customer Change
ON TODAY’S EPISODE:In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln discuss the complexities of customer success management when faced with significant changes and transitions within a customer's organization. From layoffs and key contacts leaving to organizational growth and new team dynamics, they navigate the nuances of situational awareness, multiple points of contact, and leveraging opportunities that arise from change. They offer practical insights and strategies for restarting customer relationships, building stronger partnerships, and achieving success in the face of shifting landscapes.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:“One of my larger customers has been throug...
2023-05-17
27 min
Impact Weekly
Don't let the Customer get in their own way: Objection Breakthrough for CS
ON TODAY’S EPISODE:In this episode of Impact Weekly, Johan and Lincoln discuss common challenges faced by customer success managers in getting appointments and meetings with customers. They emphasize the importance of positioning oneself correctly, preparing for objections, and overcoming them. The hosts also explore the significance of goal discovery and alignment, especially in bigger companies with multiple stakeholders. They share practical tips and strategies for customer success in overcoming objections, positioning yourself effectively, and making progress with customers.THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:“I'm getting tired of always having to postpo...
2023-05-10
39 min