We share a real-time update on how we’re changing our marketing plan and why we’re building a sales force instead of trying to do everything ourselves. We break down how interns and 1099 outside sales reps can help grow a B2B trade exchange across Southeast Michigan and Northwest Ohio.
• shifting away from relying on SEO and leaning into podcast-driven marketing
• hiring 1099 contract outside sales reps because we can’t divide ourselves into five people
• using interns as a win-win for students who want contacts and real B2B experience
• what worked last time we expanded a sales team and why it’s worth repeating
• how commission-only can fit interns and side-hustle sellers with existing rapport
• setting clear territory boundaries so members can sell and spend trade locally
Let me know if you’ve ever tried this before and comment and whatever. Give me a direct message there, a DM. If you know anybody that’s looking for a side hustle, if you know an intern, a student, a college student, send them my way.

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