Today marks our 100th weekly Reman U column. 100 articles. 100 ideas. 100 newsletters. 100 Mondays/Thursdays. And, 100 times the effort. What does it take to do something every week, without fail, 100 weeks straight? Pretty much the same things it takes to be successful at anything. As I write about the elements and attributes […]
Read MoreMaybe it’s because of New Year’s resolutions. Or because of changes in corporate healthcare policies. Or maybe, it’s because that pair of “fat pants” usually in the back of the closet has crept towards the front. But lately, we’ve noticed ourselves becoming more & more health conscious. You too, huh? By the time many of […]
Read MoreThe holidays provide a unique opportunity to look back at the year that was and look forward to the year to come. For us, 2012 has been a year of growth – not just in the number of great people we’ve added to our team, but growth in the scope of our operations. There’s been […]
Read MoreGather ‘round and I’ll tell you the tale of a girl’s email misadventures. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who had a little Mac and a little time on her hands before a trip home for the holidays. Being the clever and professional girl that she is, she decided to take a […]
Read MoreIt’s Friday at 4:30 and your boss just walked into your office. After exchanging pleasantries about weekend plans, you think you’re in the clear as he turns to leave. But then he stops, turns back, and casually utters those fateful words: “So for Monday morning…” Now maybe you haven’t been in this exact situation, but […]
Read MoreThis week’s post is based on a letter from one of our loyal readers, Eddie Symonds at Powertrain Products in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Thanks so much for sharing, Eddie! From Eddie: “Dear Captain Reman, I just hired a new employee & they asked me for a new chair at their desk that they were assigned […]
Read MoreMy mother hung a magnet on our refrigerator when I was ten years old that read, “Life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% how you react to it.” I hated that magnet as a kid. I later learned that it was a Charles Swindoll quote. I also learned to love the quote – […]
Read MoreA Look Back & A Look Ahead This is our 50th issue of REMAN UNIVERSITY. Can you believe it? Neither can we! We decided to throw a little birthday party for our beloved e-zine, which you can partake in by watching below. We also wanted to give you a “backstage pass” to view the making […]
Read MoreEvery time you answer the phone, you have an opportunity and a choice. The opportunity: somebody is calling you because they need or want something. The choice: you can give them information or you can give them a reason to buy from you. Before you answer that next call, think “What’s my goal?” Hint: if […]
Read MoreIn my last article, Reman University #46, I shared insight into the stigma of sales. I gave a grim overview of how salespeople are perceived by their prospects and customers. I hinted at how you can succeed despite and in spite of the negative reputation salespeople have earned themselves. And, I promised that I would give you […]
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