Tips for Sales Reps

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Why Do Retail Sales Skills Matter More Than Ever Today?

Retail keeps shifting, and buyers feel that pressure every day. Stores plan tighter, trends move faster, and brands fight for space on the floor. So clear insight matters more than ever. People who understand how retail works from the inside can read these shifts with ease. They see why some products earn space and why […]

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What Makes a Sales Career Work Without Stress?

  Sales move fast today. Markets shift, new products show up, and companies try to grow with tight budgets. People in this field often feel both pressure and excitement. They want a stable path, yet they also face questions about where to start, which product lines to pick, and how to build trust with partners.  […]

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Why Is an Independent Sales Representative Still in High Demand?

  Sales has always been about people, building trust, solving problems, and finding the right fit between products and buyers. But today, the way sales reps and manufacturers connect has changed.  Traditional job boards don’t quite work for this field, and many professionals still spend hours searching for the right opportunities.  That’s where RepHunter comes […]

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What Habits Build Lasting Sales Representative Success?

  Sales work feels tougher today because the field keeps shifting. Buyers expect faster answers, smoother systems, and evidence that a product can perform effectively. Companies want growth, but they also want steady habits behind that growth.  And with so many tools and channels to manage, people often wonder what actually helps a sales representative […]

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Why Trust Matters Most in Independent Sales Success?

 The way people buy and sell has changed completely. Technology and online platforms now shape how businesses reach their customers. It’s no longer just about having a good product. Success depends on timing, systems, and strong communication between sellers and buyers.  In this fast-moving world, companies need reliable partners who efficiently handle sales, logistics, and […]

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Why Does Persistence Matter in Independent Sales Success

The sales world today looks very different from what it used to be. More professionals are stepping away from corporate jobs and choosing independence.  They want freedom, flexibility, and control over how they work. Technology has also changed how sales happen. Clients expect quicker communication, stronger relationships, and a personal touch.  In this environment, success […]

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Expert Sales Rep Advice: Outsource Your Selling!

Bob Reiss, a great source of sales rep advice, is a retired successful sales rep. He now enjoys a career of “preaching the gospel” of using independent sales reps. Bob is more than just a veteran sales rep. His work is featured in a Harvard Business Review case study. He taught in MBA programs and […]

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5 Keys to Sales Rep a New Line

Five keys to keep in mind while building your independent sales rep business are: Some of the best new lines do not have a sales history: We hear it every day, “not interested in pioneering a new line.” Makes perfect sense and has been a common theme for years. Yet some of the potentially really […]

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Tips for Getting An Appointment to Sell Something

It is important for sales reps to have a good state of mind when attempting to get appointments with busy, important people. First, do not take rejection (non-answering of your calls and correspondence) personally. Your target may literally get 50 plus requests a day for an appointment. This is in addition to their regular extreme […]

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Sell Faster to Sell More: Maximizing Your Time On the Road

In sales, time is money. When your livelihood depends completely on your sales commissions as an independent rep, it’s crucial to be constantly finding ways to improve and streamline your sales process. We’ve seen thousands of internal and external sales reps use digital tools like sales order management software to save time and work faster, […]

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