Colin Hicks

Doer
DISC Type : sd

Chief Strategy & Partnerships Officer & Deputy Chief Executive at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

United Kingdom

Overview

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Personality Overview

Deliberate Doer

Results Focused

Strategic Planner

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

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Work History

5-2025
Chief Strategy & Partnerships Officer & Deputy Chief Executive at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
3-2023
Chief Strategy and Partnerships Officer at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
1-2021 - 2-2023
Director of Mental Health Collaborative Programme at Sussex Health and Care Partnership (East Sussex CCG)
4-2017 - 12-2020
Service Director - Mental Health and Learning Disabilities at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
12-2012 - 3-2017
Associate Director/Specialist Services Manager at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Education

2012 - 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from University of Bath
2003 - 2006
Doctorate of Psychology from University of Surrey

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Insights For Selling To Colin

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Colin is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Colin

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Colin move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Colin take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Colin

Personality Compatibility


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