Marketing has changed. If we don’t embrace emerging trends, we as distributors and suppliers will miss the opportunity to distinguish our businesses from competitors.
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Tag: Distributor
Why Do We Do This?
There are many things in life and business that are important to us. We have a passion for what we do in our personal and professional lives. And many of us are quite passionate… myself included.
Read MoreInteresting Facts from PPAI’s Industry Sales Report
PPAI released its 2012 industry sales summary this week. Inside, we take a look at the numbers and compare them with stats from past years.
Read MoreA “Rant” in Sheep’s Clothing: Deep Thoughts from Multi-Line Rep Nowell Wisch
I continue my …Really?? rant series, this time it’s from the perspective of a multi-line rep.
Read MoreReally?? The Rant Continues!
I recently penned a commentary on a few things that have had me scratching my head asking …Really?? This struck a nerve with our audience and was the most opened FreePromoTips e-newsletter we have had in recent years. If you missed this article, you can find it here. Our personal and professional lives are filled with …Really?? moments.
Read MoreWhy…?
Why… be connected? I’ve often talked about my love of trade shows and the value of business relationships, which are the cornerstone of a successful business.
Read MoreCall For Sources: Michigan Suppliers and Distributors
Do you work in Michigan, or do you sell into the restaurant industry? I want to hear from you.
Read MoreGood Products… Good Prices!
Recently, I had an “Ah Hah Moment.” Don’t laugh when I tell that I’m just now realizing that at its core, we are an industry that’s based on products and price. …Really?? This revelation came after my wife and I went to a trade show recentl
Read MoreWhat Makes You Stand Apart from Your Competitors?
I’m active on LinkedIn and my network continues to grow. I get all kinds of connection requests as many of you do. I ignore the carpet cleaners and auto service businesses that are across the county who want to connect, but I always accept connections with people within our industry.
Read More…Really?
In the course of working on a few new projects, some rude awakenings of how the distributor/supplier relationship works, or occasionally doesn’t work, have me scratching my head and asking, “…Really?”
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