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Scott Marker – Author, Business Growth Strategist & Networking Leader

Scott Marker is a two-time author of sales and marketing books, including the bestseller BROKEN – How To Fix B2B Sales, Drive Profitable Growth & Win. With two decades of experience spanning startups to Fortune 50 companies, Scott helps businesses accelerate growth through modern sales strategies, marketing innovation, and the use of AI.

He is the founder of MCA² LLC, where he consults with business owners to drive B2B sales success, design go-to-market strategies and deliver high-impact training and keynote presentations.

In addition, Scott owns and leads Network In Action (NIA) Treasure Valley, a premier networking franchise that goes beyond traditional meet-and-greet events. Through structured, results-driven groups, Scott helps Idaho business owners create powerful, revenue-generating connections and strategic partnerships.

A dynamic and engaging speaker, Scott is passionate about transforming how professionals think about sales, growth, and networking, equipping audiences with actionable insights they can immediately apply to win more business.

Scott Marker Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmarker1
Network In Action: https://www.networkinaction.com
Scott Marker's Book BROKEN: How To Fix B2B Sales, Drive Profitable Growth & Win On Amazon: https://a.co/d/7KnmIA8

[0:30] Introduction

Marc Crosby introduces the show and guest, Scott Marker, a business growth strategist and author.

[1:17] Scott’s Background

Discussion of Scott’s experience in B2B sales, his books, and his consulting work.

[1:35] What’s Broken in B2B Sales

Scott shares early experiences that revealed issues in sales culture, such as internal competition and lack of collaboration.

[3:20] The Power of Storytelling in Sales

Both discuss the importance of storytelling, why company history is less relevant, and how stories connect with buyers.

[7:14] CRM Challenges

Scott and Marc discuss the pitfalls of CRM systems, why they often fail, and how to use them more effectively for sales and retention.

[14:39] Customer Retention Strategies

Scott introduces his “Strategic Customer Cycle” and emphasizes the importance of retention, sharing practical tips for keeping top customers.

[19:19] Compensation and KPIs

The conversation shifts to sales compensation, KPIs, and the need for customer-centric goals rather than traditional sales targets.

[27:05] Sales and Marketing Alignment

Discussion on aligning sales and marketing KPIs, the importance of collaboration, and account-based strategies.

[32:25] Cold Calling and Modern Prospecting

Scott and Marc debate the effectiveness of cold calling versus inbound and LinkedIn outreach, and how to make outreach more personal.

[41:00] The Customer Journey

They discuss mapping the customer journey, the importance of team selling, and involving multiple stakeholders on both sides.

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In this episode of Burn the Playbook, Marc Crosby sits down with David Nathan, the CEO of Scaler Marketing. They discuss David's transition from exploring jungles in Costa Rica to founding a successful marketing agency that specializes in science and tech industries. David shares his insights on the importance of having a website that serves as an effective sales tool, the pitfalls of relying on outdated or poorly designed sites, and offers tips for integrating a website into a company's overall strategy. He also touches on challenges and opportunities in the evolving landscape of AI, web development trends, and how companies can give their sales and marketing teams the resources they need to excel.

David Nathan is the cofounder and CEO of Scaler Marketing, a brand-driven web agency that creates immersive and strategically grounded websites for science and technology companies.

After leaving a career in California, David moved back to Boston to build something more personal that he’d be proud to share with his kids. The result was Scaler, a team of designers, developers, strategists, and storytellers helping complex companies communicate with clarity and conviction.

David believes the best brands don’t chase attention. They express identity. That belief guides everything his team does, from uncovering a brand’s essence to turning it into an online experience that inspires action.

To them, a website is the foundation of sales and marketing that when done right, helps everything else fall seamlessly into place.

David serves on the board of SAMPS, is a devoted husband and father of five, an avid runner and hiker, and has a knack for getting lost in the jungle and finding his way out.

David Nathan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidinathan/

Scaler Marketing: https://www.scalermarketing.com/

SAMPs https://www.samps.org/

00:00 Introduction to Burn the Playbook
01:05 David Nathan's Adventurous Background
02:32 Journey from Biology to Marketing
05:32 Founding S Scaler Marketing
09:11 Challenges and Evolution in Web Development
16:42 Importance of Brand Consistency
19:49 The Human Element in B2B Marketing
28:11 The Importance of Quick Responses in Sales
29:16 Transforming Your Website into a Sales Powerhouse
31:06 Common Mistakes When Hiring an Agency
33:32 Emerging Trends in Website Development
37:15 The Future of Websites
41:09 Burn or Build It: Rapid Fire Questions
48:48 Final Tips for Sales and Marketing Leaders
50:09 Where to Find Us and Upcoming Events

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• Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/burn-the-playbook/id1828969451
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Mastering B2B Sales with Petra Wagner: From Enterprise Exec to AI Coach

Join Marc Crosby and guest Petra Wagner, a B2B sales strategist with over 20 years of experience at Microsoft and IBM. Petra shares invaluable insights from her journey, including the challenges of transitioning from enterprise sales to helping startups achieve consistent revenue. Learn about the importance of personalized sales approaches, leveraging AI tools like her Petra AI, and essential sales training techniques. Gain expert advice on navigating price objections, stakeholder mapping, and the evolving role of AI in sales. Tune in for actionable tips on building a robust sales process and enhancing your sales strategy with real-world applications.

Petra Wagner is a B2B sales strategist and the author of the SalesBooster Framework — a no-fluff system that helps founders with zero sales experience land their first customers and build repeatable revenue. With over 20 years of experience leading B2B sales at Microsoft and IBM, and later working as a C-level executive and tech buyer in a traditional enterprise, Petra brings a rare dual perspective: she knows how to sell — and how buying decisions are really made.

She created SalesBooster to help early-stage founders build a sales engine they actually enjoy running — one that blends startup grit with enterprise strategy, and works even without a sales background. Through her free Petra AI Sales coach and her premium Traction Toolkit, Petra equips founders with the mindset, structure, and tools to go from pitch to close with confidence — and without the pressure of traditional sales tactics.

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Petra SalesBooster web page

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00:00 Introduction to Burn The Playbook
01:09 Rapid Fire Facts About Slovenia
02:53 Petra's Journey from Enterprise to Helping Founders
04:27 Challenges in Enterprise Sales Processes
05:28 The Importance of Sales

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• Socials → Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/marcccrosby
• Email → marc@digitalrebelsconsulting.com
• Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/burn-the-playbook/id1828969451
• Burn The Playbook Website → https://www.buzzsprout.com/2522863

Views expressed are our own and do not represent any organizations

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