Steli Efti

Steli is a co-founder and CEO of Close. He is known as Silicon Valley’s most prominent sales hustler, a YC alum, and advisor to countless startups and entrepreneurs.

5 mega-successful entrepreneurs who launched their careers in sales

Sales in an AI world: How human is your sales process?

Why “The Economy” isn’t an Excuse to Fail

How to close a deal: Ask early, ask often and embrace the no

“Can I Buy You a Coffee?” Here’s What to Say (and not Say) to Earn 30 Minutes with an In-Demand Person

Sales Team Hiring: How to Handle Underdogs

B2B Startup Traction: Happy vs. Successful Customers

Impostor Syndrome: How to Stop Feeling Like a Fraud

How to Recruit Your First Top-Notch Sales Rep for Your Startup

Sales Team Management: How to Inspire Change From Within

The #1 Avoidable Mistake 99% of Sales Managers Make

Sales Conversations: How to Make Tight-Lipped Prospects Talk

MVP Your Team to Excellence

The 1 Thing New Grads Need to Know Before Joining a Startup

Turn 2024 Around with These New Year's Resolution Hacks

Are buyers liars?

3 Unusual Ways to Make Your Sales Emails Stand Out

Early B2B SaaS Growth: How to Go from 10 to 100 Customers