Empowering Sales Through Acting Skills: Alanna Flynn’s Story
January 21, 2025
Welcome to Scale Sessions: straight-talking, unfiltered chats with growth leaders. We bring real-world insights from female revenue leaders on the front lines. Our guests are hands-on change-makers navigating the daily challenges of scaling businesses. Whether you're a CRO, VP of Sales, or a marketing leader, Scale Sessions delivers candid, no-nonsense advice to help you boost revenue and overcome growth roadblocks. Get ready for practical takeaways you can implement immediately for real impact.
Let’s start scaling.
In this episode of Scale Sessions, hosts Tom Lavery and Nicola Anderson welcome Alanna Flynn, Sales Manager at Super Payments, to discuss her fascinating journey from professional acting to sales leadership. Alanna shares how her background in performing arts has equipped her with unique skills, such as resilience, adaptability, and effective communication. The conversation explores the role of mentorship in personal development and the evolving role of human-centric skills in an AI-driven sales environment. Tune in for actionable insights and inspiring career advice!
In this episode of Scale Sessions, hosts Tom Lavery and Nicola Anderson welcome Alanna Flynn, Sales Manager at Super Payments, to discuss her fascinating journey from professional acting to sales leadership. Alanna shares how her background in performing arts has equipped her with unique skills, such as resilience, adaptability, and effective communication. The conversation explores the role of mentorship in personal development and the evolving role of human-centric skills in an AI-driven sales environment. Tune in for actionable insights and inspiring career advice!
Alanna Flynn is a dynamic Sales Manager with a unique background that spans professional acting and sales leadership. After honing her skills at drama school, Alanna transitioned into sales, where she discovered a passion for helping clients solve problems and achieve their goals. Alanna has worked with major brands like Visa, Facebook, and Uber, where she implemented significant changes to sales processes that enhanced team performance and revenue growth. Her commitment to personal development and mentorship has made her a strong advocate for fostering growth within her teams. She emphasises the importance of feedback and continuous learning.
Let’s start scaling.
Welcome to Scale Sessions: straight-talking, unfiltered chats with growth leaders. We bring real-world insights from female revenue leaders on the front lines. Our guests are hands-on change-makers navigating the daily challenges of scaling businesses. Whether you're a CRO, VP of Sales, or a marketing leader, Scale Sessions delivers candid, no-nonsense advice to help you boost revenue and overcome growth roadblocks. Get ready for practical takeaways you can implement immediately for real impact.
Episode Highlights
00:00 Intro
00:55 - From Stage to Sales
03:32 - The Art of Pitching in Sales
07:07 - The Power of Improv in Sales
12:52 - Mentorship in a Male-Dominated Industry
14:23 - Feedback as a Growth Tool
19:23 - Nurturing and Developing a Sales Team
23:31 - Empowering Sales Teams
28:28 - The Future of Sales in the Age of AI
29:28 - Empowering Teams Through Personal Development