A visit to Wright Brothers Implement Sales and a discussion with second generation owner Myra Powell got me thinking about this line, “A good salesperson can sell anything.” Can that line of thought be extended to “A good dealership can sell anything?”
Times are tough for producers, and dealers need a silver lining. Between the chaos caused by late planting, followed by the cloud of uncertainty created by the trade disputes with China, equipment dealers’ sentiment came in lower in this year’s Ag Equipment Intelligence 2020 Business Outlook & Trends Farm Equipment Forecast.
Rural Lifestyle Dealer congratulates Alex Power Equipment and Jacobi Sales Inc. on achieving 2019 Dealership of the Year status. They join 13 other elite dealerships that have earned this recognition since the program was started in 2007.
A 91-year-old family-owned business earns top honors through diversification, constant monitoring and a recognition that overall success is based on individual success.
A 91-year-old family-owned business earns top honors through diversification, constant monitoring and a recognition that overall success is based on individual success.
Billy Goat Industries is celebrating its 50th anniversary, boasting a portfolio of 11 debris and turf management products (some 90 SKUs) sold in North America and around the world. The company’s success attracted the attention of Briggs & Stratton, which acquired it in 2015.
A desire to improve efficiency and create memorable shopping experiences has dealers reinvesting in their facilities — from the parking lot to the back door.
A desire to improve efficiency and create memorable shopping experiences has dealers reinvesting in their facilities — from the parking lot to the back door.
What truly motivates people? A recent study from MIT found that, surprisingly, not everyone is motivated by money. In fact, those performing more cognitive tasks, such as sales, were less inclined to see money as a motivator.
A 91-year-old family-owned business earns top honors through diversification, constant monitoring and a recognition that overall success is based on individual success.
A 91-year-old family-owned business earns top honors through diversification, constant monitoring and a recognition that overall success is based on individual success.
Yanmar America is the North American headquarters of Yanmar Holdings. Ranked #1 in Product
Quality for five years in a row by the Equipment Dealers Association, Yanmar provides innovative
solutions for Rural Lifestyle and Industrial Equipment customers.
Yanmar was the world’s first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine in 1933 and
has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and technology ever since. As a manufacturer of
diesel engines, compact tractors and utility task vehicles, construction machinery, and industrial
equipment, Yanmar's products are sold in over 130 countries.
At Yanmar America, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products
and services, backed by a strong team of professionals who share our dedication to excellence. We
look forward to the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals.
Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc., produces a full line of high-quality, handheld outdoor power equipment including blowers, trimmers, brushcutters, and multi-task tools, as well as the number one selling brand of chainsaws worldwide. STIHL Inc. manufactures over 260 model variations of handheld outdoor power equipment for sale in the U.S. and around the world.