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Articles by Jason Bader

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Inventory Management

Keeping Your Options Open: Working with Master Distributors

The more I write about master distribution, the more I realize how important this segment is to the supply chain.
June 3, 2022
Jason Bader
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) For some wholesale distributors, master distributors are seen as a threat. In reality, master distribution is an important segment in the supply chain as it levels the playing field between large and small distribution firms. 


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From Peddler to Prospector: The Changing Role of Outside Sales

Field salespeople should focus on tasks that generate revenue; shift customer service-type tasks to inside teams.
May 1, 2022
Jason Bader
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Your organization is best served with distinct outside and inside sales roles. 


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Succession Planning for the Whole Company

It comes down to recognizing a need and inviting the whole team into the process.
April 1, 2022
Jason Bader
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 In a recent episode of my podcast, the topic of succession came up in the interview. 


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Creating a Buzz Around a New Location

The old ‘Field of Dreams’ sentiment doesn’t fly anymore. In this day and age, if we build it, we better learn how to best promote it.
March 1, 2022
Jason Bader
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A few weeks ago, I facilitated a discussion of marketing professionals trying to help one of their colleagues provide marketing support for a new location opening. 


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Who’s the Alpha Now?

Distributors have every opportunity to have more control in their supplier relationships; they only need to look in the mirror and believe it.
February 7, 2022
Jason Bader
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Like many of you, I was relegated to a little extra windshield time over the holidays. To pass the time and to avoid giving in to my inner road rage monster, I spent many hours listening to podcasts. 


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Using Co-Op Advertising Dollars More Effectively

If you want to maximize the use of these funds, create a marketing master plan.
January 3, 2022
Jason Bader
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Distribution marketing teams have become more sophisticated over the last decade. 


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Can Technology Help Us Get Through This Labor Crisis?

As distributors of products, we are the backbone of this great economy. We need to deliver.
December 6, 2021
Jason Bader
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Inventory Management

The Case for Master Distributors

We need to break from our traditional lines of supply and find alternatives to meet the demand of our customers.
November 1, 2021
Jason Bader
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I was recently asked to moderate a panel on master distribution in the plumbing, HVAC and PVF channels of distribution. 


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Stop Struggling and Start Prioritizing Mental Health

One of the best things senior leaderships can do right now is address the languishing state of the employee base.
October 5, 2021
Jason Bader
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If I can sum up my collective emotion over the past several months, I would describe it in one word — meh.


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Supply Chain Silver Linings

Take the lessons of the past 18 months and don’t let them get lost. Our teams learned to overcome obstacles and found ways to thrive in chaos.
September 3, 2021
Jason Bader
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Take the lessons of the past 18 months; don’t let them get lost to archives of your company. Learn from this time. Our teams learned to overcome obstacles and found ways to thrive in chaos.


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