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Making the Leap: How GTM Specialists Grow Into Cross-Functional Leaders

Learn how to transition from a GTM specialist to a cross-functional leader while keeping your expertise relevant and credible.
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Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Sep 22nd, 2025
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Mentorship as a GTM Growth Lever

Learn how to mentor rising GTM leaders. See lessons from Stripe, LinkedIn, Netflix, Spotify, and ServiceNow, with actionable tactics for cross-functional growth.
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Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Dec 4th, 2025
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From IC to GTM Leader: A Practical Playbook for Cross-Functional Growth

Learn how to transition from individual contributor to GTM leader. See real-world examples, pitfalls to avoid, and actionable tactics for success.
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Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Dec 4th, 2025
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Leading Through Crisis: GTM Lessons From Companies That Had to Pivot Fast

Learn how companies that faced crises adapted their GTM strategies, and what leaders can take from their pivots.
# Format: Case Studies
# GTM Strategy
Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Dec 4th, 2025
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How to Build a Personal GTM Advisory Board

Learn how to create a personal advisory board to accelerate your GTM career growth and decision-making.
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Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Dec 4th, 2025
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Building Advocacy Funnels: From Community Members to Champions

Learn how to design advocacy funnels that turn engaged community members into ambassadors, champions, and executive advisors.
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# GTM Strategy
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Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Dec 4th, 2025
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Planning as a Leadership Skill for Community and GTM Leaders

How planning choices made early in the year influence leadership credibility, team behavior, and cross-functional trust.
# GTM Strategy
# Format: Thought Leadership
# Marketing & Growth
Joshua Zerkel
Joshua Zerkel · Jan 28th, 2026
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