17 Management of the Sales Force

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Learning Objectives

When you finish reading this chapter, you should be able to

  1. 17.1 Describe how leadership skills can be applied to sales management

  2. 17.2 List and discuss the qualities of an effective sales manager

  3. 17.3 Discuss recruitment and selection of salespeople

  4. 17.4 Describe effective orientation and training practices

  5. 17.5 Explain effective sales force motivation practices

  6. 17.6 Develop an understanding of selected compensation plans

  7. 17.7 List and discuss criteria for evaluating sales performance

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