Inside the Ohana
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23

Inside the Ohana: The Value of Self-Branding

In this episode, Joe Houston, a Senior Renewal Manager at Salesforce and social media sensation, shares valuable insights on personal branding and achieving a healthy work-life synergy, even with multiple ongoing projects.

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Industry
Software Development
Founded
1999
Joe Houston

Guest Bio

Results-oriented, highly motivated individual with 16 plus years of sales experience in multi-task roles within fast-paced, public/customer-driven environments requiring flexibility, exceptional communication, public relations and organizational skills. Recognized for initiative, strong leadership skills, sound judgment and the ability to quickly build strong working and long lasting relationships.

Guest Bio

Results-oriented, highly motivated individual with 16 plus years of sales experience in multi-task roles within fast-paced, public/customer-driven environments requiring flexibility, exceptional communication, public relations and organizational skills. Recognized for initiative, strong leadership skills, sound judgment and the ability to quickly build strong working and long lasting relationships.

Episode Summary

Joe Houston is a Senior Renewal Manager at Salesforce with an impressive 16-year sales career, excelling in multitasking roles. Beyond his professional achievements, he's a content creator, social media influencer, and ambassador on multiple platforms. Despite juggling numerous commitments, Joe maintains a sharp and focused demeanor without complaints. In this episode, Joe shares valuable insights on personal branding and achieving work-life synergy, even with multiple ongoing projects.

Key Takeaways

Quotes

“Time management is extremely important and I don't think that people put enough emphasis and enough planning and strategizing into it. That's one of the things that's great about Salesforce, right? They're always looking ahead. They're always planning, and for my current role, it's extremely important that I plan out my time and I really understand how long it takes me to do a certain action.”

Episode Highlights

*(02:00) - Ohana Origins: Joe’s introduction to Salesforce 

*(08:00) -  What does the Ohana mean to Joe?

*(10:30) - What’s Cooking: Joe’s booming social-media presence 

*(19:00) - Future Forecast: What’s in store for Joe’s side hustles?

*(22:00) - Advice for aspiring content creators and leaders

*(23:00) - Lightning Round!

Episodes Transcript

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