Marketing and Sales

Move Out of Your Comfort Zone
August 31, 2023 at 11:35 am

Like athletes, business leaders excel by stepping out of comfort zones, challenging themselves, and seeking guidance from coaches.

Proforma Celebrates Record Number of Owners Named to Exclusive 2023 Inc. 5000 List
August 28, 2023 at 3:07 pm

Proforma, Cleveland, proudly celebrates 32 of its distributor owners who have been recognized on the prestigious 2023 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America. This accomplishment highlights Proforma’s continued dedication to excellence, growth, and success within the industry. The Inc. 5000, an extension of Inc. Magazine’s well-known Inc. 500 rankings, has honored the…

Get 'Sales Lucky'
August 28, 2023 at 7:00 am

When Bill’s daughters wanted lottery tickets, he tried to teach them a lesson about luck. But just like sales, luck is a fickle thing.

How to See Total Sales for One Customer in a Year
August 25, 2023 at 7:00 am

Ask the Accountant… Question: How can I see what the total amount of sales I have made to a customer last year? Answer: QuickBooks has a great deal of information available to you in report form if you just know where to look. In QB Premier, go to: "Reports" (at top) > "Sales" > "Sales…

Gina Schladetzky Joins Raining Rose Promos as Marketing Manager
August 23, 2023 at 10:54 am

Raining Rose Promos, Cedar Rapids, IA, announced the hiring of Gina Schladetzky as marketing manager. Schladetzky brings extensive experience to Raining Rose in start-up and digital marketing efforts. Prior to Raining Rose, she spent her career in two fast-growing Iowa marketing agencies. “I'm honored to be the marketing manager…

Boost Your Holiday Gift Program ROI with These 5 Helpful Tips
August 21, 2023 at 9:12 am

Businesses make significant investments in their holiday gift programs, from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars. With a little proper planning you can be assured of getting the best ROI from your program.

4th Quarter Selling Guide: Making the Most of the End of the Year
August 18, 2023 at 9:38 am

As the year comes to a close, take a look at what end-users will be looking for in terms of year-end gifts, appreciation, and cozy ways to stay indoors during the colder months. Some product categories are holdovers from the pandemic, though lockdown days are behind us.