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Dealing With Split Commissions
Dealing With Split Commissions

Explore the challenges and solutions of split commissions in sales, highlighting reps' experiences and the importance of clear agreements. Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


Closing the Gaps Between Value Creation and Value Delivery | Agency Sales Magazine
Closing the Gaps Between Value Creation and Value Delivery | Agency Sales Magazine

Post navigation ← Previous Next → Frustration and animosity are stifling the business-to-business sector. Executives are frustrated because they can’t translate the differentiated products and services they work so hard to create into bottom-line profitability. Their customers are frustrated... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


A Vote for Small Firms
A Vote for Small Firms

Explore how manufacturers optimize rep relationships for success, focusing on flexibility, technical skills, and tailored training programs for enhanced sales performance. Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


A Case History of European Missionary Work
A Case History of European Missionary Work

Explore the challenges and strategies of entering new markets with innovative products in Europe and the U.S., focusing on market research and direct customer engagement. Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


Open Doors by Building an Effective Rep Council
Open Doors by Building an Effective Rep Council

Getting the Most Out of the Rep Council The first thing a manufacturer should ask when considering the creation of a rep council is:What do I expect my rep council to accomplish? Remember that the whole idea of having a rep council is to achieve positive interaction — the working together... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


Commission Survey
Commission Survey

“How much commission should I pay my reps?” Those new to working with manufacturers’ rep ask this question frequently. The correct answer depends on a number of variables, such as: The product or service. The type of customer (OEM, Reseller or End User). How much business... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


An Introduction To Bankruptcy
An Introduction To Bankruptcy

by John H. Anderson, Esq. “Information to Help Agents and Manufacturers Protect Their Interests Both Before and After Bankruptcy is Filed” Why the Law Provides Protection to Bankrupt Entities Congress has decided that, as a matter of public policy, society will benefit from granting... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


Sexual Harassment and Hostile Work Environment Q&A
Sexual Harassment and Hostile Work Environment Q&A

Dear MANA member, Because sexual harassment has been more and more in the news recently we thought we’d share this information from Nancye Combs, AEP, SPHR, a Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources. For those with additional questions, Nancye’s contact information is also... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


What It Takes to Start a Rep Agency - A MANA Special Report
What It Takes to Start a Rep Agency - A MANA Special Report

A detailed look at what it takes to start, nurture, grow and maintain a successful independent manufacturers’ rep firm. Foreword So, you’re starting a manufacturers’ rep company? Welcome! Owning a manufacturers’ rep company can be a very rewarding career, financially and... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


A Manufacturers’ Sales Agent’s Guide to the Use of Independent Contractors
A Manufacturers’ Sales Agent’s Guide to the Use of Independent Contractors

SATAGAJ Law Office1010 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 400,Washington, DC 20001 • (202) 639-8888 This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


Strategies for Rep Success
Strategies for Rep Success

None of us needs to be reminded of the rapid pace of change that has taken place in the past 20 years. With business humming along at a profitable, 20th century pace in a peacetime economy, the challenges presented by everything from electronic commerce to strained relations with principals were... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024


U.S. And European Rep Law
U.S. And European Rep Law

A special report comparing European and United States laws relating to commercial or manufacturers’ agents and the principals for whom the agents act. Prepared by MANA with the assistance of legal counsel from Europe and the United States. This publication is intended to provide general... Continue Reading

Date posted11/20/2024