8. Partnering with Independent Reps in Medical Device Sales with Brian Schauer at Novastep

Organizations with indirect sales teams are awarded the scalability and flexibility that come with utilizing contract reps and manufacturer’s agents. This common sales model often used by medical device organizations has its pros and cons. Brian Schauer from Novastep shares how indirect sales teams have helped their business thrive. Learn more about how they train, motivate and stay informed with their sales team.

“The best way to get in with a distributor or independent sales agent is to understand that they are their own business owners. So they're going to obviously want to do what's best for them, and which is going to be successful for their business. What advantages or resources can I provide that business to be successful in their own race?” says Brian Schauer of Novastep.

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