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Five ways to turn a sale into a longstanding relationship

Floor Covering News

The sales industry is about two things: Trust and value. Here’s how to harness the power of both and develop lasting relationships with customers, via sales strategy. A strong sales strategy is critically important to any organization. Successful sales strategies accrue an invaluable asset: Client trust.

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Lunch and Learn with Tile of Spain

Tile of Spain USA

Your team will receive a comprehensive education on the latest product offerings from Spanish manufacturers and understand how to utilize them to the best effect in specifications, from a leading industry expert. Ryan Fasan has nearly 25 years of experience in the ceramic tile industry.

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NTCA unveils training event schedule for September

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” The workshops are open to tile installers and contractors as well as sales personnel and the A&D community. GPTP/slabs training will teach attendees how to install porcelain panels with confidence and accuracy. Click here for information on how to register for the Art Glass panel classes.

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NTCA expands training initiative for 2024

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The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability. Jackson, Miss.—The

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits! San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course.

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How to Get the Best Price When Buying a New Build

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Pulling comps can also ensure that you’re not paying more than you have to based on the current sales climate. You’ll get a base price for standard finishes, but each upgrade – think higher-end floors and finishes – will crank up your total price. The model home might be for sale. Image: Sicora Design Build 3.

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University of Ceramic Tile and Stone lowers tuition costs

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This course teaches the basics of tile including terminology, usage, how it is manufactured, how it is installed, describing all of the various installation products, how to assist customers, professional upselling and how to maintain tile. Throughout the course professional sales techniques and tactics are taught.

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