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14th May 2025

When the Vision Doesn’t Match Reality: Michael Isernio on Startup Missteps and Sales Leadership Lessons

Welcome to the first episode of Why Did It Fail?, a fresh look on Redefining Outbound! In this episode, Cognism’s Shivan sits down with Narrative AI founder Michael Isernio to unpack a failed VP of Sales stint, exploring why outbound fell flat, how misalignment with leadership signaled deeper issues, and what he’d do differently if given another shot. A candid, insightful look at failure as fuel for growth.

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Sales Signals
A Sales Podcast
Sales Signals is a podcast for revenue leaders who don’t just look at data - they act on it.
Each episode breaks down the signals shaping modern sales teams through a simple lens: Data. Insight. Action. From misleading metrics to high-impact indicators, we uncover the stories behind the numbers and what decision-makers should do next. If you’re responsible for revenue and want to move beyond dashboards into decisive execution, this show is for you.