Ever wonder how managing a nuclear submarine crew relates to leadership in business? Join me as I chat with John Asher, former commander of nuclear submarines and president of Asher Sales Solutions, about how the principles of extreme team leadership apply to companies of any size. Together, we’ll dive into the power of interconnectivity, the importance of hiring right, and John’s journey from commanding at sea to founding successful businesses. This episode is packed with actionable insights and unforgettable stories that reveal the “why” behind great leadership and what it truly means to keep a team in sync.
00:31 The Power of Interconnectivity
01:39 Meet John Asher: A Journey of Accomplishments
03:24 John's Naval Career and Lessons Learned
13:51 Transition to Business Leadership
20:50 The Role of Peer Advisory in Business Growth
24:10 The Seller-Doer Model in Sales
24:49 Implementing a New Compensation Plan
26:36 The Value of Peer Groups
27:29 Building Lifelong CEO Friendships
28:21 Global Reach and Resources of Tech
29:18 The Importance of Knowing What You Don't Know
30:31 Launching Asher Strategies, Inc.
33:12 Training Government Salespeople
37:12 The Similarity Bias in Sales
40:57 Key Factors for Elite Salespeople
44:07 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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