Podcast by Marija S.Pilley
Are you looking for ways to boost your career growth and master the art of building a personal brand?
Natasha Evans, Head of Customer at Hook is who I welcome in this episode of the Women In Customer Success podcast.
Natasha has spent the last 10 years in Customer Success, first as a Customer Success Manager and then leading teams and whole CS organisations. Natasha loves both the building of processes and frameworks in CS as well as building diverse teams and cultures. Natasha is a big advocate for working parents, female leaders, and Customer Success as a function in SaaS.
We discuss the importance of being authentic to yourself as you face the challenges on your customer success journey. When you build your personal brand, it’s not just about gaining visibility, it’s about showcasing your unique skills and achievements. Strategic self-promotion is crucial for both professional and personal growth.
We also go into:
Other people’s experiences can be invaluable lessons for improvement. So, tune in, learn how to build your personal brand and make your mark in the industry you’re in.
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This episode was brought to you by Deployflow.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
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- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
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Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
In this exciting episode of the Women In Customer Success podcast, I am joined by Giorgia Pedenzini, a Customer Success Manager at Gainsight and a pro at building strong customer relationships.
In our conversation, Giorgia gives strategic CSM tips, from deepening your understanding of customer needs to improving customer interaction skills. She shares her journey to becoming a customer success manager and her experience building a career in customer success.
We talk about building customer loyalty, and Giorgia gives helpful advice for CSM professionals. She explains the importance of really getting to know and forming deeper relationships with customers. Giorgia also talks about the importance of entrepreneurial skills for CSMs, showing how these can help innovate and push your career forward.
What this episode has in store for you:
This episode is sponsored by Gainsight, a customer success and product experience software.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
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- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
In this episode of the Women In Customer Success podcast, my guest is Ursula Llabres, the Global Director of Customer Growth and Commercial Sales at Reality Labs, Meta.
Ursula was one of the founding leaders of customer success practice (being one of the first 10 in CS at salesforce.com back in 2005) and has since transformed and led high-performing global teams at some of the top tech companies like Oracle, Salesforce, Box, Microsoft, InsideSales and now Meta to name a few.
We talk about how to reach an executive position and the important senior management skills needed for an executive-level position. Whether you're just starting out as a Customer Success Manager or you’re an experienced manager, Ursula shares helpful information that will help you get ahead.
Ursula gives tips on communicating with authority, articulating thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively, and how to be confident as a manager.
She also advises how to dress like an executive and the right executive style to help you look and feel professional.
In today’s episode, you’ll learn:
If you're on your own leadership journey, feel free to share your experiences in the comments below. Let’s grow together!
This episode is brought to you by Vitally.io. Visit vitally.io/women today to schedule your demo and get your Airpods.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
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Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
In this episode, my special guests are Emilia D'Anzica and Sabina Pons, both mothers in Customer Success. Emilia is the founder of Growth Molecules, and Sabina is its Managing Director. They co-authored a book called 'Pressing ON as a Mom in Tech' - a guidebook for mothers who want to thrive in tech.
In this video, you’ll hear about:
This genuine talk, filled with useful advice and real-life stories, will make you feel seen. Tune in now for a dose of inspiration!
If you are a mom in tech, feel free to share your experience in the comments below.
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This episode is brought to you by Vitally.io. Visit vitally.io/women today to schedule your demo and get your Airpods.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
In this episode, Marley Wagner, a digital customer success consultant with a wealth of experience, takes you on a journey through the digital customer success landscape. Discover how to get started with digital customer success, achieve work-life balance, and how to be a good customer success professional.
In this episode, you’ll find the answers to these two questions:
Plus, if you were wondering where to start when creating a digital CS practice, you’ll hear about the shortest way to get started in digital customer success, and how to identify and stand up for your personal needs in the workplace.
Don’t miss out - tune in to learn from Marley’s digital customer success experience and get some useful tips for succeeding in the digital world.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
In today’s episode, we will be breaking into Customer Success and how to stand out when applying for a job in CS with Shannon Nishi. Shannon is the Director of Customer Success at Customer.io, and has been through a bunch of interviews on both sides of the chair herself.
So in this episode, she shares with us:
Thinking about giving customer success a try? Join us for expert tips on writing standout resumes and acing job interviews.
Don’t miss out - polish your skills and get ready to seize opportunities! Because opportunities will come, but it’s a matter of how we react that will make all the difference.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
Vicky Kennedy, Founder of Echtus, a customer education service, shares her insights on why it is important to strategically design customer education. She takes us through her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, highlighting her experience in higher education and the transition to the tech industry. If you want to know more about incorporating targeted customer education into your Customer Success strategy, then this conversation is a must-listen.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
Tune in and learn with us - from insights and entrepreneurship to everything you need to know about customer education.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
Nicky Feeney, ClickUp's global success enablement manager, shares her journey from account management to crafting her unique role within the tech industry. She’s managed to get promoted to her new role in only three months.
In this episode, you’ll hear how it happened. We focus on the importance of fine-tuning interactions with supervisors and clients, emphasising the significance of celebrating victories alongside addressing challenges.
Here's what we cover in our interview:
Tune in for an inspiring conversation - one that will motivate you to craft the best customer success story.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
My guest in this episode is Julie Fox - one of the Top 100 Customer Success Strategists, and one of the 25 Creative Leaders. She is a people leader who deeply cares about her team; and cares about them as humans, taking care of their wellbeing at work. Her current role is Sr Manager of Customer Success at FloQast.
Julie's story is far from ordinary, with roots in special education and strides in commercial real estate. However, with a special interest in coaching and a growth mindset, she managed to transition to a completely different career i.e. what she does now.
She says that being a leader is endlessly fulfilling, as you are in a position to help others unlock their full potential. And it's a privilege to be part of people's stories.
Here's what we covered in our interview:
I am sure you will enjoy this episode and our conversation.
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Recommended book: Radical Candor by Kim Scott
Recommended tool: Gong
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
In this episode, we join forces with Elizabeth Italiano, a Go-To-Market Expert and Founder of What Not To Do, to talk women in tech - challenges and solutions.
Elisabeth's plentiful experience in the industry makes this episode a real conversational treasure chest. So, be prepared to get tons of insights on:
· How to overcome the current challenges faced by women in tech
· Why women need to be more assertive (and how to do it)
· Negotiation skills women need to adopt
· The significance of having go-to people/mentors
· Predictions for trends in sales leadership
The episode is packed with actionable steps for women leaders - and everyone in between - to catalyse gender diversity in tech.
We round out the discussion with the need for self-advocacy with some great examples, emphasising that the common humility found in women needs to step back. Get ready to absorb the wisdom and become that advocate for change, setting a new standard for an inclusive and equitable tech environment.
Join us, and let's move the needle together.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
Unlock the secrets to thriving in customer success and the nuanced craft of cross-selling with the insightful Kristen Gray Psychas from Banzai. In our latest episode, Kristen, a trailblazer in the customer success landscape, offers a treasure trove of strategies that promise to elevate your career trajectory. Her transition from international relations to influencing the growth of a publicly-traded tech giant is nothing short of remarkable. But it's her candid sharing of how she navigates professional waters as a neurodivergent individual and new mother that truly enriches this conversation. This is more than just a lesson in business - it's a heartening glimpse into personal triumph and growth.
Prepare to be inspired as we discuss the pivotal role of understanding customer goals and the transformative power of effective communication for fostering long-term relationships. Kristen's expertise shines as she reveals how kickoff and QBR meetings can become a goldmine for identifying expansion opportunities within your current customer base. We delve into the synergy between customer success and sales strategies, highlighting how transparency with clients can lead to prosperous upsells and cross-sells. Moreover, Kristen's perspective on embracing neurodiversity offers a fresh lens on collaboration, showing us how diverse minds can propel innovation and strengthen team dynamics. Join us for an episode that's as enlightening as it is empowering, charting a path for professional excellence and inclusive teamwork.
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This episode is proudly brought to you by Vitally.io, the leading all-in-one customer success platform. Visit vitally.io/women today to schedule your demo and get your Airpods.
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About Women in Customer Success Podcast:
Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other.
Follow:
Women in Customer Success
- Website - womenincs.co
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincs.co/
- Podcast page - womenincs.co/podcast
- Sign Up for PowerUp Tribe - womenincs.co/powerup
Host Marija Skobe-Pilley
- Website - https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/
- Coaching with Marija: http://marijaskobepilley.com/programs
- Get a FREE '9 Habits of Successful CSMs' guide https://www.marijaskobepilley.com/9-habits-freebie
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