Leveraging an extensive history in engaging leadership, strategic planning, and sales excellence, I provided the guidance, staff development, and mentoring that turned a tenured group of salespeople into a competitive growth-minded team.My name is Sarah Elliott and I am an innovative Sales Team Leader with Operational Expertise helping organizations create the practices and strategies that build first-rate professionals. I also have P&L responsibility for the Orange County Direct Operation, as the VP, Division Area Manager. Teamwork among both sales and operations is what drives our success. Recruited by First American Title initally to lead the number one Title Sales Team in Orange County, I discovered my passion for sales equally matched by a passion to lead. Working closely with a tenured team to reach their full potential as Title Sales Professionals, I helped them develop effective sales strategies and build rapport with their clients. From increasing their knowledge to providing value-added resources that they can share with their clients, I give my staff the tools to truly engage their clients. After 4 years of successfully running the Sales department, my role expanded to include Operations, allowing me to help create more efficiencies for the entire operation, comprised of Title, Escrow, Customer Service and Sales. I help our entire staff foster strategic relationships with real estate agents and brokers, mortgage lenders, commercial property professionals, homebuilders and developers. By educating their clients and becoming part of the closing team, they can help discover title issues up front and outline options to bring the transaction to a successful close.Each strategy, tool, and process is put in place to develop a culture that empowers staff to help one another become even more successful.I'm on LinkedIn to build strategic relationships, explore new talent, and provide mentoring to young sales professionals. Let's connect.