Asking the Right Questions
Michael Levin is a Manex consultant with expertise in sales and leadership. Mr. Levin provides comprehensive training that gives your sales team the advantage. In this video, he provides tips on asking the right questions
Standing Out From Competitors
Michael Levin is a Manex consultant with expertise in sales and leadership. Mr. Levin provides comprehensive training that gives your sales team the advantage. In this video, he provides tips on standing out from your
The Importance of Pricing
Michael Levin is a Manex consultant with expertise in sales and leadership. Mr. Levin provides comprehensive training that gives your sales team the advantage. In this video, he focuses on the importance of pricing.
Alameda County CARES Grant Program
Alameda County CARES grants are in response to the economic, health and safety impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The program was authorized by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors when it redirected $5 million in CARES
Collaborating Instead of Selling
Improve sales by collaborating with customers vs. selling them. Collaborating can build long-lasting relationships and trust. Michael Levin is a Manex consultant with expertise in sales and leadership. Mr. Levin provides comprehensive training that
Eliminating Waste and Reducing Variation With Lean & Six Sigma
By Walt Tarpley, Vice President of Client Services for Manex At a high-level, both Lean and Six Sigma include sets of tools for improving a process or product, and have foundations in the scientific method,
How Manufacturers & Distributors Can Build A Cash Flow Culture
Reposted with permission by Squar Milner (now Baker Tilly) It is no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a host of challenges for manufacturers & distributors throughout the United States. Like many businesses
ISO for All
By Gene Russell, Manex President & CEO The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is an independent, non-governmental organization, the members of which are the standards organizations of the 162-member countries. It is the world’s largest
16 Ways To Make Tough Workplace Conversations More Constructive
Written by Expert Panel, Forbes Coaches Council (including Manex President & CEO Gene Russell) Reposted with Permission — Originally on Forbes.com Whether you're a department head or the CEO of a company, your role as a
15 Smart Ways To Expand Brand Awareness To New Audiences
Written by Expert Panel, Forbes Coaches Council (including Manex President & CEO Gene Russell) Reposted with Permission — Originally on Forbes.com Whether your company is brand new or well-established, you’ll always need to implement strategies for
Overcoming the Impact of COVID-19 on Manufacturing & Distribution
Reposted With Permission By SquarMilner (now Baker Tilly) Many industries are already feeling the devastating effects of the coronavirus outbreak. Across the country manufacturers and distributors are working to keep their teams and communities safe
13 Diplomatic Ways To Deal With A Micromanaging Boss
Written by Expert Panel, Forbes Coaches Council (including Manex President & CEO Gene Russell) Reposted with Permission — Originally on Forbes.com As a leadership style, micromanagement is typically not only ineffective, but also detrimental to the
14 Pricing Tips To Help New Entrepreneurs Set Realistic Rates
Written by Expert Panel, Forbes Coaches Council (including Manex President & CEO Gene Russell) Reposted with Permission — Originally on Forbes.com When new entrepreneurs first establish prices for their products or services, it might be tempting
Alternatives to Bankruptcy: What Should Business Owners Know
By Bennett G. Young, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP The coronavirus pandemic has upended many sectors of the economy in unprecedented ways. Supply chains are disrupted. Businesses that rely on face to face interaction
People Love to Buy, They Hate to Be Sold
By Gene Russell, Manex President & CEO It is true. Who does not love the rush of buying something new or new to them? This aspect of sales knowledge is one of my top five