Welcome to another episode of the Flowing Sales Podcast! Today, we are honored to have Dr. Tolbert, a distinguished expert in the manufacturing industry, join us. Dr. Tolbert shares his incredible journey and valuable insights that are essential for manufacturing sales reps and manufacturers. In this episode, we dive deep into several crucial topics: 1. Master Organizational Behavior: Insights from Dr. Tolbert: Learn about the complexities of organizational behavior and human decision-making, and how these insights can be applied in the manufacturing industry. 2. Rep Agents: The Backbone of Industrial Distribution: Discover the importance of rep agents in industrial distribution and their impact on bridging the gap between manufacturers and customers. 3. Hermeneutic AI: Enhancing AI with Human Insights: Explore how Dr. Tolbert uses hermeneutic phenomenological research to train AI, incorporating human experiences for more effective AI applications. 4. Rep Councils: Boosting Customer Engagement: Understand the power of rep and customer councils in enhancing customer engagement and driving product development. 5. Navigating Leadership Turnover: Strategies for Success: Learn strategies to manage the challenges posed by frequent leadership turnover in the manufacturing industry. 6. Overcoming Product Development Challenges: Dr. Tolbert shares his insights on overcoming the challenges in product development and ensuring successful outcomes. 7. Increase Your Firm's Survivability: Dr. Tolbert's Strategies: Discover the key factors that contribute to the survivability of organizations and the strategies to enhance organizational fitness. 8. Ethical AI Practices in Manufacturing: Understand the ethical considerations and best practices for using AI responsibly in the manufacturing industry. 9. AI-Driven Decision Making: Leveraging Data for Success: Learn how to leverage AI for advanced data analysis and decision-making processes to achieve better outcomes in manufacturing and sales. Don't miss this insightful conversation packed with valuable insights and expert knowledge. Whether you're a manufacturing sales rep, a distributor, or simply interested in the future of industrial automation, this episode is a must-watch!

Welcome back to the Flowing Sales Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Bryan Shirley with us, a seasoned consultant with over 14 years of experience and former president of MANA. Bryan shares invaluable insights on how to maximize sales performance and build strategic partnerships between manufacturers and reps. We dive into topics such as: -The disparity in perceived strategic partnerships between manufacturers and reps. -The role of communication, trust, and respect in building true strategic partnerships. -The effectiveness of rep councils in gathering market intelligence and fostering better communication. -Practical strategies such as the "Start, Stop, Continue" framework. The importance of focusing on new business opportunities to drive growth. 🔔 Don’t miss out on this game-changing episode! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest content. 📞 Interested in consulting with Bryan? Visit BryanShirley.com or email him at Bryan@BryanShirley.com. #SalesSecrets #ManufacturingSales #RepCouncils #StrategicPartnerships #SalesGrowth #FlowingSalesPodcast

Welcome to the Flowing Sales Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have David Gordon, principal of Channel Marketing Group, joining us to discuss the future of manufacturing sales reps. David provides an in-depth look at the "Rep of the Future" study, commissioned by the National Electrical Manufacturer Rep Association (NEMRA), and shares valuable insights into how the role of reps is evolving. Discover how the industry has changed over the past five years, influenced by factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, advancements in technology, and shifts in market dynamics. David covers a range of topics including: The impact of succession planning and consolidation within the rep community The increasing importance of demand generation and marketing How manufacturers' expectations of reps are changing The role of technology and the need for a modern technology stack Strategies for reps to adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving market David also shares his thoughts on the upcoming "Manufacturer of the Future" report and how it will shape the next iteration of the "Rep of the Future" study. Whether you're a manufacturer, distributor, or sales rep, this episode is packed with actionable insights and strategies to help you stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on the future of manufacturing sales reps. Be sure to subscribe for more industry insights and visit channelmkt.com to learn more about Channel Marketing Group's services. For more updates and to access the full reports, visit nemra.org and subscribe to Electrical Trends at electricaltrends.com.

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