Jen Phillips

Initiator
DISC Type : Di

Founder | Executive Operating Partner & Fractional Chief of Staff at The Jen Phillips Concept

Greater Asheville, United States

Overview

Jen Phillips is an Executive Operating Partner and Fractional Chief of Staff who helps founder-led companies improve their execution. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, including as SVP of Marketing Operations at Salesforce, she focuses on restoring momentum and solving decision overload. People who have worked with her describe her as sharp, detail-oriented, and a go-getter.

Jen is the founder of "The New Ambition, " a newsletter and podcast dedicated to achieving success without burnout. She is also the co-owner of NØLO, a non-alcoholic bottle shop in Asheville, NC, reflecting her interest in businesses aligned with health and lifestyle trends. She is a vocal advocate for healthier, more sustainable ways of working.

After her business was devastated by a hurricane in 2024, she successfully rebuilt it in just 60 days.

Personality Overview

Risk-Accepting

Friendly Challenger

Conviction Driven

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships. They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Sustainable Performance
Through her newsletter "The New Ambition, " she actively champions building success without burnout and avoiding a "heroics" culture in business.
Founder-Led Execution
Her core business focuses on partnering with founders to get stalled projects moving and overcome decision overload in growth-stage companies.
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
As the co-owner of NØLO, a non-alcoholic bottle shop, she is an active participant and advocate in the growing market for premium non-alcoholic alternatives.

Media Appearances

Jen has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024
Founder | Executive Operating Partner & Fractional Chief of Staff at The Jen Phillips Concept
6-2024
Founder at The New Ambition
7-2024
Co-Owner at NØLO | Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shop
8-2022 - 5-2024
Senior Vice President, Marketing Operations at Salesforce
2-2021 - 8-2022
Vice President, Salesforce.org Marketing Operations at Salesforce

Education

Jen has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Jen

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product
  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation

DONT's

  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jen is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jen

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jen move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Jen take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Jen

Personality Compatibility


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