In this episode, Doug Mitchell, the founder of 'Building Great Sales Teams' and a sales program builder, shares his journey and valuable insights into creating successful sales teams. This discussion was part of Doug's keynote at the Builders of Authority event held on June 26th. Doug discusses the importance of not playing small and taking bold actions to improve one’s business model. He details the essential elements for building a sales team, encapsulated in his 'CODOC' formula: Compensation, Opportunity, Development, Operations, and Culture. With a mix of personal anecdotes and professional advice, Doug illustrates how aligning business strategies with core values can lead to profound growth and efficiency, both in business and personal life. He also highlights the significance of scalability, systematization, and culture in creating a sustainable sales organization. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this talk offers invaluable lessons on leadership, development, and achieving business-life alignment.