Navigating the Transition from Ranger to Sales Leader with John Elzinga

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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