Every distributor is different and every sales meeting is unique. It doesn't matter if it’s your first elevator pitch or a routine sales meeting before you enter your distributor’s boardroom you should be prepared for anything. Sample contracts, order sheet forms, sales literature cheat sheets – these are all essential documents to have on hand, but what else should you carry with you when you are called in for a meeting?

Here is a list of 10 things you should bring to make your meetings effective (assuming you have closed the sale).

1. Sample Contract 

If it’s your first meeting having a sample contract with you is critical. Most distributors will have a stock contract available if you don’t have one prepared, but having your own …

2. Sales Literature 

Your Sales literature should include detailed information about your brand (or brands.) The production process, ingredients, tasting notes, packaging information, awards, reviews, compliance with state and federal laws…Download / View Your Whitepaper and be prepared for your meeting.

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