Sales Training – Can your Business Afford not to?

May 20th, 2010 Posted in Sales Principles, Your Business | 2 Comments »

It has been an interesting time lately, world trying to come out of a global recession, Europe looks like it may be plunged back into it again, as a result our dollar is taking a pounding along with the other currencies and all through this kiwi business is battling on.  So what can we do to make sure our own businesses do not fall victim to any recession, why not speculate to accumulate, take advantage of the slower pace of ...

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Sales Rep or Account Manager?

April 26th, 2010 Posted in Sales Principles, Your Business | 1 Comment »

Last week I was talking to the manager of a communications company about the trials and tribulations of sales staff and their lack of ability to look after their customers.  I asked the manager whether he had sales reps or account managers to which he replied "they are the same thing .... aren't they?" we debated this theory for a good hour, I would like to carry this debate to you now.  Having had both job roles over the years ...

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Managing a Business is Like Driving a Car

April 8th, 2010 Posted in Management Practices, Your Business | No Comments »

porsche911turbo26210245kqWould you go into a car show room and buy a $250k car without learning how to drive?  Highly unlikely I would hasten to guess, why, because you would be scared to crash the car. How many of you out there have bought into a business and spent the same amount or more without knowing the first thing about managing a business, yes put your hand up and no ...

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