Erik Polyak

Pioneer
DISC Type : isd

Executive Director at 314 Action

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

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Personality Overview

Dynamic But Sincere

Driven But Considerate

Decisive But Friendly

They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Topics They Care About

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Work History

5-2025
Executive Director at 314 Action
1-2021 - 5-2025
Managing Director at 314 Action
1-2017 - 12-2020
Director of Campaigns at 314 Action
6-2016 - 11-2016
Finance Director / Deputy Finance Director at Illinois Democratic Coordinated Campaign / Tammy for Illinois
6-2015 - 5-2016
Campaign Manager at Shaughnessy Naughton for Congress

Education

2007 - 2011
Bachelor's Degree from University of California, Davis

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Exp : 13 Location : Washington, District of Columbia, United States Job Level : Senior Designation : Executive Director at 314 Action
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Insights For Selling To Erik

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Erik is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Erik

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Erik move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Erik take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Erik

Personality Compatibility


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