Make better demos a habit

BETTER DEMOS,BIGGER DEALS

I help solution engineering and sales teams build the skillsskillsIndividual skills for every Solution Engineer and Seller., systemssystemsProcess, governance, AE/SE alignment. and habitshabitsLong-term change with ongoing coaching and feedback to make learnings stick. to turn more demos into revenue.

Trusted by 500+ reps at
Presales coach smiling with arms crossed
500+
SEs & sellers trained
1,000+
demos reviewed
20%+
avg. improvement in demo-to-close rate
Ongoing
coaching, feedback & continuous improvement

Better demos are one of the fastest ways to grow revenue

Improving your demo performance is a simple, repeatable way to get more from the deals you already have, shorten your sales cycle and increase your deal size.

  • More deals wonIncrease conversion by showing more value upfront.
  • Bigger DealsIncrease the magnitude of your customers' problems to create urgency and increase their costs of in action.
  • Shorter sales cyclesBy removing friction and complexity, you make it easier for your customers to make a decision.
Estimated 12-month benefit€78.0003 more deals a year
Your inputs

Stop losing your deals to bad demos

These are the most common reasons software demos fail.

The best product knowledge is useless if you can't communicate its value in simple terms.

Bad demo habits get passed from one generation of sellers to the next.

Discovery gets lost before the demo.

Features aren't connected to business outcomes.

AEs and SEs aren't aligned on what the demo needs to achieve.

Weak questions create fake engagement.

Teams rarely get structured feedback on real demos.

Training happens once, but old habits return quickly.

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More than skills.

Demo Ramp is a complete toolkit built around three areas with ongoing guidance and coaching for long-lasting, behavioral and organisational change.

Skills

Improve your teams communication, presentation and soft skills.


  • Storytelling
  • Discovery
  • Audience Engagement
  • Objection Handling
  • Managing Questions
  • Confidence in Demos
  • Demo Language
  • How to Establish Trust
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Process & Governance

Build repeatable processes and clear governance around demos.


  • Entry & Exit Criteria
  • AE/SE Positioning Canvas
  • AE/SE Alignment
  • Handoff to Sales
  • Feedback Loops
  • Demo Standards
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Checklists, Frameworks & Templates

Practical, ready-to-use tools ypur team can apply in their very next demo.


  • Objection Handling
  • Bad & Better Demo Questions
  • Demo Language
  • Useful Prompts
  • MEDDICC for Solution Engineers
  • Demo Planning Template
  • Post-Demo Feedback Template
Learn more
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Getting started
is simple.

We’ll first grab a coffee, virtually or in person if you’re in Cologne, and talk about your team, your demos and where things could be better. If it makes sense, send me a few demo recordings — I’ll review them and share initial feedback at no cost. From there we decide together what’s most useful next.

1

Free discovery call

We get to know each other. You share a bit about your team, your demos and the challenges you’re seeing. You also get a feel for how I work.

2

Demo review

You send me 3–5 demo recordings or transcripts. Within three days, you get clear feedback on what’s already working, where the biggest gaps are and what I’d focus on first. NDA? Absolutely.

3

Build the workshop

We use the review to shape the workshop around what your team actually needs. No generic agenda, just the topics that will make the biggest difference.

4

Choose what’s next

You decide how far you want to go. Stop after the workshop, add a sales session, continue with self-paced learning, or keep improving through quarterly reviews and coaching.

OUR COMMITMENT

I stay involved until
we reach the goals
we agreed on.

At the start, we define what success should look like for your team. If those agreed goals are not yet met by the end of the program, I’ll continue supporting you with additional feedback, coaching or demo reviews until we get there.

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Define success upfront
Track progress together
Extra support until goals are met
THE FULL DEMO ENABLEMENT PROGRAM

Built for continuous demo improvement.

DemoRamp brings together workshops, sales alignment, self-paced learning, regular demo reviews, coaching and clear training plans, so your team keeps improving over time.

1

Initial Demo Review

We review real demos to understand what your team already does well and where the biggest gaps are.

  • Review of real demo recordings
  • Strengths and weaknesses
  • Clear priorities for the first phase
2

Core Team Workshop

We run a hands-on workshop with the core demo team, usually Solution Engineers.

  • 2-day flagship workshop
  • Skills, structure and best practices
  • Shared understanding of what good looks like
3

Sales Bootcamp (remote)

Share a breakdown of the framework and methodology with sales, so everyone speaks the same language and adheres to the new principles

  • 3-hour remote session
  • Common language for demos
  • Better AE / SE alignment
4

Self-Paced Video Courses

From there, the program continues with assigned self-paced learning.

  • Monthly video lessons
  • Topic-based learning paths
  • Built around the team's needs
5

Quarterly Demo Reviews

At the end of each quarter, we review new real demos and turn the findings into the next improvement plan.

  • Detailed demo analysis and report
  • 1-hour coaching session
  • 1-hour team AMA
  • Training plan for the next 3 months
6

Annual Review

At the end of the year, we look at your performance across the full year. What worked well? What didn’t? Where are the biggest opportunities for the year ahead? And how should we continue working together? From there, the whole process can even become fully software-enabled, with every Solution Engineer getting real-time feedback on every demo and their individual demo habits being tracked continuously

  • Year-end performance review
  • Identify biggest opportunities for next year
  • Software-enabled real-time feedback
  • Track individual demo habits continuously
Want the complete program?Download the detailed 12-month plan including sessions, deliverables and goals.
LOW-RISK START

Start small. Prove the value first.

Your initial demo audit and feedback are free of charge.

There is no need to commit to the full program from day one. Start with a workshop, see the impact, and then decide whether ongoing reviews, self-paced learning or additional coaching make sense for your team.

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Is DemoRamp just about demos?

Demos are
my 
specialty.

Pretty much, yes. I'm a demo nerd!

I've deliberately specialized in one thing: helping teams run better demos. But great demos don't happen in a vacuum, so I also work on the surrounding factors that directly affect demo quality: Better discovery, processes, AE:SE alignment, follow ups and next steps.


If you're looking for support beyond demos, I also partner with other experienced SE coaches so you get the right expertise for each topic.

DEMOS
Discovery
AE/SE Alignment
Storytelling
Questions
Next Steps
Coaching
Templates
Governance

The demo is the center. Everything else supports it.

You can go to a restaurant with 200 dishes on the menu, from Italian and Chinese to Indian and burgers, and some of them might even be good, but probably not very memorable. Or you can choose a place with five carefully selected dishes that have been refined over time and are genuinely exceptional. That's how I think about DemoRamp: I'd rather be really good at one thing than try to be average at everything.

If you have a “Book a Demo” button, we should probably talk.

DemoRamp is built for B2B software companies that use demos to win customers. No matter the team size, setup or location.

Max's training was incredibly hands-on. Instead of hours of theory, we got practical examples, simple frameworks, and actionable tips that we could immediately apply in our demos.

Sebastian Schneider
Sebastian SchneiderCEO @ Skybow
Your coach Max

Been there.
Demoed that.
Learned the hard way.

Hi, I'm Max.

I've spent over 15 years in presales, sales, and leadership roles, and made more demo mistakes than I can count. My mission now is to help others avoid those mistakes and make their demos more customer-centric, relevant, and engaging.

I've coached 500+ solution engineers to feel more confident and deliver demos that go beyond the product, and truly speak to what their customers care about.

I've been on every side of the table: the SE trying to explain complex products, the AE trying to close, and the sales leader trying to get a whole team there. This helps me understand all perspectives, and above all, to draw on my own experience. And I'm not too proud to talk about my own mistakes!

#relatable#actionable#engaging
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Max, demo coach at Presales Rockstars
SUCCESS STORIES

What leaders say

Max delivered an exceptional workshop on demo best practices. He also ensured the session was tailored to Personio's unique use cases and had an incredible grasp of our go-to-market motion. The session was not only educational but also a lot of fun for the team too.

Max's hands-on approach has made a big difference in our product demos at HYPE. He's helped us explain complex solutions in simple, customer-centered terms, clearly showing how we enable our customers to address their key challenges.

I can highly recommend Max. If you work in presales and not only want to improve your demo skills but master the art of becoming a trusted advisor for your prospect, this workshop is for you. I had a lot of sales trainings in my 10 years working this role and honestly, this was one of the best, probably the best.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Find answers to the most common questions below. If you can't find what you're looking for, reach out via email, LinkedIn, or book a call with Max.

This training is for anyone who runs demos as part of the customer journey. That includes Solution Engineers, Account Executives, Customer Success Managers, product experts, and even founders. Whether you're selling, supporting adoption, or driving expansion — if you're showing your product to a customer, this will help you do it with more clarity, confidence, and impact.
Because showing features isn't the same as building a strong buying vision. Even good demos can be sharper, clearer, and more impactful. And even if your demo is already great – there is always potential for improvement, and getting an external view on how you are performing.
Exactly. A brilliant demo won't save a deal if the discovery was shallow or the prep was missing. That's why we also work on the “before”: planning, handovers, and setting the right expectations. A great demo starts before the screen is shared.
Happy to support you! The best way to build the case is with facts and impact:
  • What's your current demo-to-close rate — and what would a small improvement mean for revenue?
  • Are there examples of well-run demos that helped move deals forward faster?
  • How consistent is your team's approach across regions or roles?
Beyond performance, this kind of training also supports employee retention and personal growth. Several of my customers ran internal surveys where the feedback was clear: teams want fresh input and new perspectives from outside trainers — not just internal enablement.

To make things even easier, I offer a free demo review so you can share real examples and concrete suggestions with your leadership team. Let's build the case together.
Yes, I do! 1:1 coaching is provided as regular demo performance reviews and coaching sessions, or to start off with, an on-demand video course.
Stronger demos that are easier to follow, more relevant to your buyers — and help move deals forward faster. But it goes beyond just demo techniques. You'll also learn how to better understand your buyers, improve your communication skills, and build the confidence to take a more proactive role in guiding the conversation — instead of just reacting to it.
I've worked as an SE, AE, and led both SE and AE teams — so I know all sides of the table. I bring a mix of practical tools and proven frameworks that your team can apply right away. But more importantly: I focus on long-term change, not just a motivational one-off. And yes — we'll have fun along the way.
Yes. While I'm based in Europe, I regularly work with international teams and support global rollouts — both remote and on-site. For larger programs or teams across multiple regions, I also partner with a trusted group of demo experts across EMEA and the US. So whether your team is in Berlin, Boston, or Bangalore — we've got you covered.
I work with software companies of all sizes, from startups and scaleups to large global enterprises.

Companies I have worked with include:

Global & Enterprise
Adobe, Shopify, Dell, Leidos, Workato, Amagi

Scaleups & Growth Companies
Miro, Personio, SoSafe, Staffbase, Code Intelligence, Comply365, HyperExponential

Specialized Software Companies
Matrix42, Model Aachen, skybow, Hyper Innovation, Harri, Extenda Retail
Not at all. Anyone running demos will benefit, from commercial teams to product experts, engineers and business people.
No. It's highly practical and focused on real scenarios. You'll walk away with approaches you can apply immediately. Work on your own opps, and practice in groups and with the team. Demo training only as theory is actually stupid.
Yes. My training is built around my own demo methodology, combining frameworks, tools, and practices I’ve developed through 15 years in B2B software sales and more than 1,000 demos I’ve reviewed.

It brings together what I’ve learned from real-world experience, working with different sales methodologies, and training hundreds of sales and presales professionals.

I’m also an officially certified trainer for Great Demo!® and Mastering Technical Sales and can deliver both training programs. Both have strongly influenced my own approach, especially Great Demo!, which I consider one of the best frameworks for connecting demos with the wider sales process.

My own methodology builds on these ideas while adding my own frameworks, exercises, and practices for modern software sales teams:
Both are possible. Remote works well. On-site brings energy. We can tailor it to what fits best.
Most teams start with a Demo Review and a hands-on workshop. This gives us a clear view of where your demos stand today, what already works well, and where the biggest opportunities for improvement are.

The workshop can range from half a day to two days per team or cohort, depending on your goals and the topics we want to cover.

From there, the program can grow with your team. This can include quarterly demo reviews, self-paced online learning, individual training plans, coaching sessions, and more advanced demo topics as your team progresses.

The idea is to move beyond a one-off training. Your team keeps practicing, gets regular feedback, and works on new skills over time until better demo habits become second nature.
Yes! From 1:1 coaching to review sessions, habit trackers and ongoing sparring. The goal is to build lasting skills, not just a one-off effect.
Workshops are available in German (my native language) and English. 90% of my workshops have been in English, so that works just as well.
I work with companies of all sizes, from early-stage startups to large global enterprises.

For startups and scaleups, I offer more focused programs at preferred rates, usually designed for smaller teams that want to build a strong demo approach early and create more consistency as they grow.

For larger organizations and enterprise teams, I build programs around the structures already in place. That means working closely with Sales Enablement, Presales leadership, and other internal teams, and aligning the training with your existing sales methodology, processes, terminology, and enablement programs.

Programs can be delivered for a single team or cohort, or rolled out across multiple regions and teams.
My approach is industry-agnostic by design. The fundamentals of a strong software demo are remarkably similar across industries: understanding your customer, focusing on relevant problems, communicating value clearly, and helping buyers make a decision.

That does not mean the training is generic.

Before every workshop, I take the time to understand your market, your customers, your product, and the typical situations your team faces. I adapt examples, exercises, and scenarios so they feel relevant to your business and your buyers.

This allows me to bring an outside perspective without forcing your team into a generic playbook. The goal is that every session feels tailored to your world, even though the underlying principles work across industries.

Customers I've worked with come from a wide range of verticals, including:

Cybersecurity, HR Tech, Enterprise Collaboration, Developer Tools, IT Service Management, Financial Services & Risk, Retail Technology, Media & Broadcasting, Manufacturing, E-Commerce, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise SaaS.

This allows me to bring experience from very different software categories while still making every workshop feel specific to your team, your product, and your customers.
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