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The Selling Well

The Selling Well

Office Hours: How do I deal with a toxic high-performer?

Jun 16, 2026 · 34m

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Are your sales reps stuck chasing "pipe dreams" while the real deals slip through the cracks? In our latest episode of In The Funnel, we are launching a brand-new format: ITF Office Hours. Joining me is special guest Dave Hanley —author of The Delusional Founder and a veteran who has exited three technology companies at eight-figure valuations. In this session, we tackle the toughest questions from our listeners, moving beyond generic advice to provide real-world, tactical solutions. Whether you're a sales manager struggling to identify which deals are actually real, a rep trying to sell up the ladder at a major account, or a leader dealing with a disruptive "star" performer who undermines…