Navigating the Transition from Ranger to Sales Leader with John Elzinga

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John Elzinga, a former U.S. Army Infantry Officer, shares his experiences in the job market and his transition into sales. He reflects on the importance of leadership, persuasion, and self-discipline in both roles. Despite initial interview failures, John emphasizes resilience, learning from mistakes, and focusing on objectives. He shares insights for transitioning veterans, emphasizing the need to leverage military experience, seek mentorship, and embrace continuous learning and adaptation.

John's military experience has influenced his approach to sales leadership. He emphasizes the value of integrity, discipline, and strategic thinking. He also highlights the importance of building effective teams and understanding the purpose behind sales objectives. He emphasizes the need for clarity in execution and a shared understanding of purpose within sales teams.

Highlights:

{00:45} Military Roots and Transition

{07:15} Leadership Lessons

{11:00} Key Takeaways for Transitioning Veterans

{17:30} Navigating Career Success

{20:00} Continuous Learning and Adaptation

John Elzinga Bio:

John Elzinga is a seasoned sales leader with over 15 years of experience in the medical device industry. With a commitment to providing non-invasive and drug-free solutions for anxiety, insomnia, and pain management, he currently serves as the Vice President of Sales at Alpha-Stim. John spearheads strategic sales initiatives at Alpha-Stim, a leading provider of innovative electrotherapy devices, and drives growth in various health sectors.

John has excelled in leadership roles throughout his career, consistently delivering exceptional results and customer satisfaction. With a background in leading national and regional sales teams in government and capital markets, he has a proven track record of success in navigating complex markets and driving revenue growth.

A dedicated mentor and developer of talent, John is passionate about fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration within his teams. His leadership style is characterized by integrity, resilience, and a strong sense of service—qualities he honed as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer and Veteran.

John holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and management from Guilford College. He furthered his education by completing the Program for Leadership Development, an alternative to the Executive MBA program at Harvard Business School. With his extensive experience, leadership understanding, and commitment to innovation, John Elizinga continues to impact the medical device industry significantly, driving forward the mission of improving healthcare outcomes through technology and service excellence.

Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-elzinga-962b62251

https://www.mysalesplatoon.com

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