Join us for an inspiring episode of the Risepreneur Podcast featuring Steve Benson, CEO of Badger Maps! In this conversation, Steve shares his incredible journey from working at major companies like IBM, HP, and Google to launching his own successful startup. Key Takeaways: - Team Building and Delegation: Steve highlights the importance of effective delegation and early hires to create a strong, cohesive remote team, ensuring roles align with individual strengths. - Sales and Marketing Alignment: He underscores the need for sales and marketing teams to collaborate closely, sharing practical strategies for achieving this harmony and driving business growth. - Advice for Entrepreneurs: Steve provides actionable insights on organization, training sales teams, and initiatives like Badger Sales University to boost skill development for tech entrepreneurs. 00:00 Introduction to Content Creation and Customer Interaction 01:40 The Risepreneur Podcast Introduction 02:13 Steve Benson's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship 04:31 Building and Scaling Badger Maps 11:01 Remote Collaboration and Team Management 15:48 Early Hires and Delegation Strategies 30:20 Managing Sales Teams and CRM Systems 33:42 In-House vs. Outsourced Marketing and Sales 39:41 Preparing for Business Exits and Acquisitions 43:05 Key Employees and Delegation Strategies 49:16 Steve's Podcast, University, and Product 54:21 Final Thoughts and Contact Information ———————— 7 DEADLY BUSINESS EXIT MISTAKES YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE SELLING Make sure you are not making these costly mistakes and let years of hard work go to waste. Download our free eBook now to protect your financial future. https://secure.idealexitplan.com/7-business-exit-mistakes?am_id=1002 ———————— Connect Steve Benson through these platforms ️✉️Email: steve@badgermapping.com 🌐Website: https://www.badgermapping.com/ 💬Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbenson/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevebensonsf/ ✖ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveBenson 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/benson.steve #Entrepreneurship #SalesStrategies #TeamBuilding #Marketing #StartupJourney #RemoteWork #TechEntrepreneurs #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #BadgerMaps #Delegation #SalesAlignment #SkillDevelopment #BadgerSalesUniversity #Innovation #BusinessTips #GrowthMindset #Networking #SuccessStories #SalesTraining #CEO #Startups #Motivation #EntrepreneurLife #DigitalMarketing #SalesManagement #WorkFromHome #BusinessAdvice