Listen "Check-In: Why crunchy conversations matter in CS"
Episode Synopsis
In this Friday check-in episode, Todd dives into the highlights of his discussion with Emilia, focusing on her unique concept of "crunchy conversations" and the importance of team alignment across sales, marketing, product, and customer success.
He explores how transparent and honest discussions can break down silos, improve accountability, and ultimately drive customer success. Todd also shares practical insights from the session, including strategies for team alignment and collaboration to improve retention and customer satisfaction.
Takeaways
Honest, transparent "crunchy conversations" are vital for team success.
Avoiding difficult discussions often leads to unresolved issues and poor performance.
Cross-functional team alignment is key to driving customer retention.
Tools like the Team Alignment Map can clarify roles and risks for collaborative goals.
Success isn’t just on the shoulders of the CS team; it’s everyone’s responsibility.
Contents
00:00 Intro: Hiking through the first snow
01:15 Recap of Tuesday’s conversation with Emilia D’Anzica
02:30 The power of "crunchy conversations"
04:50 Tools for team alignment and collaboration
Resources
Connect with Casey
Connect with Todd
Visit the show page
Get to know BrainStorm
Credits
Show direction: Debra Wilson
Show design: Kensie Smith
Show manager: Angela Allred
He explores how transparent and honest discussions can break down silos, improve accountability, and ultimately drive customer success. Todd also shares practical insights from the session, including strategies for team alignment and collaboration to improve retention and customer satisfaction.
Takeaways
Honest, transparent "crunchy conversations" are vital for team success.
Avoiding difficult discussions often leads to unresolved issues and poor performance.
Cross-functional team alignment is key to driving customer retention.
Tools like the Team Alignment Map can clarify roles and risks for collaborative goals.
Success isn’t just on the shoulders of the CS team; it’s everyone’s responsibility.
Contents
00:00 Intro: Hiking through the first snow
01:15 Recap of Tuesday’s conversation with Emilia D’Anzica
02:30 The power of "crunchy conversations"
04:50 Tools for team alignment and collaboration
Resources
Connect with Casey
Connect with Todd
Visit the show page
Get to know BrainStorm
Credits
Show direction: Debra Wilson
Show design: Kensie Smith
Show manager: Angela Allred
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