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News for the wholesale distribution industry | October 18, 2007
 
 
  Best Practices 
  • Creative business cards are memorable
    Classic business cards will make a company look professional but creative ones can give it an "edge," according to this article in the Christian Science Monitor. Consider a landscaper whose card includes a pouch of grass seed or a divorce attorney whose card is perforated down the middle. The Christian Science Monitor (10/15) Email this Story
  • Five simple principles to boost motivation
    Salespeople can stay motivated when the chips are down by adhering to a few key principles, such as remembering that motivation is ultimately up to the individual and that true inspiration is fueled by something that is personally meaningful. MarketingProfs (free registration) (10/9) Email this Story
  Management 
  • Managing fast growth is challenge
    Leadership, capital and infrastructure are the most common challenges in rapidly growing companies like the ones that made Inc. magazine's 26th annual list of the 500 fastest growing private firms. Experts and company spokesmen who have witnessed rapid growth talk about the challenges with the San Diego Union-Tribune. San Diego Union-Tribune (10/14) Email this Story
  Customer Relations 
  • Customer satisfaction is ultimate goal in e-commerce
    Companies that have the most success in e-business are the ones that make their products and services easily accessible to customers. Those companies also keep in mind that while automation eases transactions, customer satisfaction is still the ultimate goal. destinationCRM (10/16) Email this Story
  Training and Presentation 
  Closing the Deal 
  • Scenario mapping can work if done properly
    "If you don't have a clear idea, scenario mapping focuses on eliminating negatives," says John I. Todor, of customer-centric consulting firm The Whetstone Edge, in Customer Think. "Of course reducing the potential of the customer having negative experiences is a good idea -- but, it is not enough." Email this Story
  NAW Insider 
  • Learn, apply the essentials of profitable inside sales
     
    This NAW Institute book provides a real-world, in-depth understanding of the expanded role of inside sales. Inside sales personnel are responsible for generating sales and making sure those sales are profitable. This book shows inside sales reps how they contribute to your company's health and well being. Make it as an essential component in your company's training program. Order today! Email this Story
  • The Hertz green collection: Reserve and conserve
     
    Now you can reserve fuel-efficient, environmentally-friendly cars that are both easy on the wallet and suitable for families and small groups traveling together. Reservable by specific make and model with an EPA highway fuel efficiency rating of 28 miles or more per gallon. To enroll in the NAW/Hertz Business Account Program, visit NAW's Web site. Email this Story
Credit ManagerGustave A. Larson CompanyPewaukee, Wisconsin

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