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Direct Sales Employees vs. Independent Manufacturers’ Representatives
Direct Sales Employees vs. Independent Manufacturers’ Representatives

Explore the benefits of hiring independent manufacturers' reps over direct sales employees for better sales results and trust with MANA. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Developing Your Curiosity to Open New Opportunities
Developing Your Curiosity to Open New Opportunities

Discover the power of curiosity in business success with insights from experts in the field, and learn how it can drive innovation and problem-solving. Explore MANA's resources for manufacturers' reps. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Delegate to Elevate
Delegate to Elevate

Discover how AI and virtual assistants can boost productivity for independent manufacturers' reps, allowing them to focus on core tasks and strategic growth. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Defining the Perfect Principal
Defining the Perfect Principal

Explore self-reflection and defining perfection in business with Stephen Fowler's insights on finding the ideal principal for manufacturers' reps at MANA. Engage in effective self-assessment to enhance partnerships. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Customer Service Basics
Customer Service Basics

Explore effective customer service strategies and the impact of automated systems on business communication, with insights from Lisa Wilson of L.S. Wilson & Associates. Learn more at MANAonline.org. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Create Your Path to Prosperity
Create Your Path to Prosperity

Discover how MANA supports new manufacturers' reps with essential business skills through their "12 Steps to Rep Professionalism" program, fostering success and profitability. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Choosing an Automated Email‑Marketing Platform
Choosing an Automated Email‑Marketing Platform

Discover how AutoKlose revolutionizes email marketing for manufacturers' reps, integrating seamlessly with CRM systems to enhance customer engagement. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


MANA MBA Outreach
MANA MBA Outreach

MANA engages with top MBA programs like Chicago Booth to educate on the role of manufacturers' representatives, enhancing their presence in academic settings. Learn more about MANA's initiatives and impact. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


Call Reports
Call Reports

Explore the debate on call reports in sales management and discover streamlined communication strategies for manufacturers' reps at MANA. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


"How Much Do I Owe You?"/Agency Sales Highlights--11/20
"How Much Do I Owe You?"/Agency Sales Highlights--11/20

Discover how MANA's complimentary member consultations help solve complex issues, and explore the importance of market development fees in this edition of Agency Sales magazine. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


August 2017
August 2017

Discover how six non-competing manufacturers form an alliance to share resources and sales leads, boosting efficiency and market reach. Learn about their collaborative strategy in this true story. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024


MANA's Historical Reflection and Future Prospects--10/16
MANA's Historical Reflection and Future Prospects--10/16

Discover MANA's rich history and its role in shaping the sales industry in the June 19, 1948 issue of Billboard magazine. Explore how MANA has evolved and continues to support sales professionals. Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2024