Riccardo B.

Riccardo B.

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Boost Your Sales Career | Google Head of Sales | Harvard Bus. School

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Studied at Harvard Business School

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Works at Google

Available Tuesday at 4:00 PM UTC

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Riccardo's Coaching Offerings

Pay as you go

Get help with Interview Prep, Skill Building, and .

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Riccardo’s Sales Qualifications

Experience level: Manager

100+ people coached for Sales

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Welcome! As a Lead Generation expert and Head of Industry at Google, I bring a wealth of experience in driving growth. Throughout my 11 years at Google, I not only climbed the ladder as an immigrant but also became the youngest non-American Account Executive and then Sales Manager in the Bay Area. My HBS education further strengthened my strategic acumen. I specialize in partnering with business owners of small and medium businesses and executives at medium to large companies on how to strategically analyze their business models and optimize their acquisition strategies. My track record includes personally guiding 12 companies to IPO during my time at Google and collaborating with Fortune 500 companies and their C-suite. Furthermore, I leverage my extensive global network to provide unique insights. Beyond my corporate experience, I'm also a certified NASM personal trainer, giving me an added perspective on the importance of generating health and vitality alongside business success. As an alumnus of Tony Robbins Mastery University – informed by reading over 400 books on leadership and personal development – my coaching approach uniquely blends practical psychology with strategic thinking, because I believe the 'how' is never just about the mechanics, but fundamentally about the 'who'. My journey hasn't been without its challenges; I've learned valuable lessons from failing in two small businesses across three industries: fitness coaching, crypto advisory, and wine bottling. These experiences provide me with a grounded and empathetic understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape. Outside of work, I am a proud father of two, and I'm also working on a book soon to be launched, titled 'Light Up, How to get anything you want'. I've coached over 100 individuals, either helping them land a job in Tech Account Management, or advancing their careers as Account Executives, or successfully transitioning from individual contributors to Team managers. Let's connect to craft a standout resume, develop a networking strategy, and prepare for interviews that showcase your strengths. Reach out to explore how I can help you achieve your sales career goals!

Riccardo can help with:

Interview Prep

Skill Building

LinkedIn Review

Promotion Strategy

Presentation Skills

Cover Letters

Resume Review

Networking Strategy

Sales Strategy

Salary Negotiation

Negotiation Skills

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About Riccardo

Welcome! I'm Riccardo, a Lead Generation expert and Head of Industry at Google, with over a decade of experience in Tech Ad Sales. My journey began in Florence, Italy, and my international background includes studies in Finance at Brandeis International Business School and Entrepreneurship at Tsinghua University, along with professional experiences in Lima, Milan, Dublin, and Silicon Valley. During my 11 years at Google, I navigated the corporate ladder as an immigrant, becoming the youngest non-American Account Executive and later Sales Manager in the Bay Area. I've had the privilege to support 12 companies on their path to IPO and regularly partner with Fortune 500 executives to refine their sales strategies and business models. My coaching philosophy is deeply influenced by my experience as an alumnus of Tony Robbins Mastery University. I firmly believe success is 80% psychology and 20% mechanics—meaning your mindset and intrinsic motivations are the keys to achieving meaningful results. This approach makes my coaching distinct, focusing first on who you are, before diving into practical strategies. I’m passionate about coaching professionals and students looking to break into Sales in big tech, individuals aiming to advance their careers from Individual Contributor roles to Management, and business owners seeking guidance on AI-driven advertising strategies. My approach is personal, empathetic, and grounded in practical experience—having navigated both successes and failures in entrepreneurial ventures across fitness coaching, crypto advisory, and wine bottling. Outside of my professional life, I'm a NASM-certified personal trainer and proud father of two. I believe true success blends professional growth with personal well-being. My upcoming book, 'Light Up, How to Get Anything You Want,' embodies my passion for empowering others to achieve their fullest potential. If you're seeking practical and personalized guidance to elevate your career, build impactful networking strategies, or effectively prepare for interviews, let's connect. I'm here to support you in reaching your professional goals!

Why do I coach?

My journey into coaching is driven by one simple yet powerful passion: I genuinely love teaching. Throughout my career—whether collaborating with C-suite executives at Fortune 500 companies or guiding individuals striving to break into tech sales—my most fulfilling moments have been seeing someone's eyes light up with understanding. Nothing energizes me more than simplifying complex ideas, sharing the insights I've gained through experience, and watching people discover their own potential. I believe real growth happens when you understand not just what to do, but why and how to do it. My coaching goes beyond tactics; it combines practical strategies, mindset shifts, and psychological resilience. Drawing from my own journey, from navigating corporate America as an immigrant at Google to overcoming challenges in entrepreneurial ventures, I offer a holistic approach designed to empower you. My goal isn't just to help you land a role—it's to ensure you thrive, equipped with lasting skills and confidence for ongoing success. For me, coaching is more than just a profession—it's a heartfelt extension of my passion for educating, inspiring, and lifting others up.

Work Experience

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Head of Industry

Google

April 2014 - Present

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Board Member

Playworks Non-Profit

May 2018 - October 2020

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Strategy Consultant

IBM

November 2013 - April 2014

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Business Intelligence Manager

Rocket Internet

April 2013 - September 2013

Education

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Harvard Business School

HBS Alumni (PLD39), Business Administration and Management, General

2024 - 2025

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Bocconi University

Master of Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics

2011 - 2014

Grade: 110/110 Summa Cum Laude

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