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Leading a Collaborative Sales Effort

How effective a team is at collaborating depends entirely on the team leader’s... More

Tags: Leadership, Sales
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The Culmination of Every Sales Call: Ask for the Sale!

If you don't ask, the buyer might think you lack confidence. More

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Hiring Basics: The Application and the Interview

Paul Winans provides guidance on reviewing resumes, conducting initial phone interviews, inviting candidates to apply, and the final face-to-face interview. More

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10 Tips for Finding Top Talent

"Remember, you're always looking for top talent," writes industry consultant Paul Winans, who offers 10 great ideas for finding great employees. More

Tags: Workforce, Hiring
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Listening: An Essential Skill

People have an innate desire to be understood. When you demonstrate you want to... More

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Coming Soon: A Moderate Downturn in Remodeling

Remodeling activity is projected to decline on an annual basis beginning in the... More

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Interiors: 2024 Colors of the Year

As promised, we updated this list to include Benjamin Moore's selection, the... More

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Learning the Art of Managing

Shaping people isn't like shaping a piece of wood. Honesty, clarity, and follow-up... More

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Leading Through Crisis

The face you show in times of extreme crisis is what will be remembered most More

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6 Questions to Always Ask

Actively involving the client and asking the right questions is a sure-fire recipe... More

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