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Vector Bites - Simple & Actionable Advice for New Managers

Vector Bites - Simple & Actionable Advice for New Managers

By Shelby Wildgust

This podcast is produced by the Vector East HQ. Hosted by Shelby Wildgust Brandt & John Fiacco, each week, we will bring you actionable advice straight from the field.
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Ep 11: Driving SC2 Sign Ups & Making the Most of Flat 50

Vector Bites - Simple & Actionable Advice for New ManagersJul 23, 2021

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Ep 11: Driving SC2 Sign Ups & Making the Most of Flat 50

Ep 11: Driving SC2 Sign Ups & Making the Most of Flat 50

In this Episode, Shelby Wildgust Brandt shares observations and thoughts from this past week of coaching. She discusses driving SC2 Sign Ups, asking straight forward questions, painting the vision for your reps to help them finish strong, and maximizing flat 50!

Jul 23, 202115:35
Ep 10: Snippets of Conversations with Top Branches [Targeted Recruiting, High Quality PCs, Alliances, and Vision]

Ep 10: Snippets of Conversations with Top Branches [Targeted Recruiting, High Quality PCs, Alliances, and Vision]

This episode is a little different than episodes past! Shelby Wildgust Brandt took clips from her Region Pod Calls (weekly calls with top branches in several regions) and shared some of the best tips & advice from each of those calls. 

Jul 02, 202125:35
Ep 9: Mindset Tips to Help You Finish the Summer Strong

Ep 9: Mindset Tips to Help You Finish the Summer Strong

Shelby Wildgust Brandt breaks down 3 important reminders from a mindset perspective that will help you finish the summer strong. 

Jun 25, 202112:07
Ep 8: Keys to Rep Retention

Ep 8: Keys to Rep Retention

Shelby Wildgust Brandt breaks down 7 tips to Rep Retention. 

Jun 18, 202115:26
Ep 7: Driving Your Team Towards Your Weekly Team Goal

Ep 7: Driving Your Team Towards Your Weekly Team Goal

John Fiacco and Shelby Wildgust Brandt discuss different methods of identifying a proper weekly sales goal based upon your team's individual goals & potential. 

Jun 11, 202116:49
Ep 6: First Weekend Success Factors

Ep 6: First Weekend Success Factors

Recorded on 6/4/2021. John Fiacco and Shelby Wildgust Brandt cover 5 key areas to maximizing your First Weekend POP!

Jun 04, 202121:40
Ep 5: What to do when you're not feeling motivated...

Ep 5: What to do when you're not feeling motivated...

John Fiacco & Shelby Wildgust Brandt dive into motivation versus purpose & how to act your way into feeling motivated.

May 28, 202118:28
Ep 4: Success Factors for Post-Interviews and Fast Start Management

Ep 4: Success Factors for Post-Interviews and Fast Start Management

Join Shelby Wildgust Brandt & John Fiacco as they break down how to increase your show to training through more effective Post-Interviews, and how to launch & manage your reps effectively during their Fast Start Program.

May 21, 202113:20
Ep 3: "It's not about taking what you get, it's about creating what you want."

Ep 3: "It's not about taking what you get, it's about creating what you want."

On today's episode, Shelby Wildgust Brandt & John Fiacco talk about the importance of creating as many touches as possible to fill the top of your recruiting funnel. John breaks down the purpose behind each touch, the purpose of each interview, and the purpose of each training class. Shelby shares some creative ideas for recruiting if you're locked out of Instagram or if your SMRA staff is still new & not creating the results you're looking for just yet. Lastly, Shelby ends on a journaling exercise that she learned from Trent Booth when she was a Branch Manager, and one that is extremely helpful for all Branches!

May 14, 202115:18
Ep 2: SMRA Recruiting, Energy Management, and Key Mindset Shifts for New Managers.

Ep 2: SMRA Recruiting, Energy Management, and Key Mindset Shifts for New Managers.

Shelby Wildgust Brandt recaps her coaching conversations from the week of 5/3. The 4 themes present in this episode are: Recruiting SMRAs/PRs, Time Management/Energy Management, Action Firsts, Results Second, and the Shift in Rep Mindset to Branch Mindset.

May 05, 202115:38
Ep. 1: The DVMs talk Action, Planning, and Mindset for Your First Week Open

Ep. 1: The DVMs talk Action, Planning, and Mindset for Your First Week Open

Shelby Wildgust & John Fiacco interviewed 15 DVMs across the nation (& Canada), and asked them, "What is one piece of SIMPLE advice you would give to a manager in May Week 1?". On this episode, we dive into the advice given and highlight some key takeaways for all new managers to consider. 

Apr 30, 202117:44