GEM Awards: Caleb

Congrats to Caleb! Thank you for everything you do!

“I would like to cast my first “vote” for Caleb!! Caleb is always willing to go the extra mile
to help his fellow employees and customers. Always in a sunny mood, Caleb is the first to
ask you how you are doing & say good morning! There is barely ever an issue with his work,
and if there happens to be a mistake made, Caleb is eager to learn where his error is, and
make sure he doesn’t make the same mistake again. And, he is genuine and honestly
cares about all the people around him – running around the warehouse singing, making
us laugh, but being responsible to take care of all his duties!”
-Tracie K

“I want to nominate Caleb for the GEM award. He is ALWAYS cheerfully helpful. He’s great
with the customers, he’s patient with his co-workers and nobody here is more deserving.”
-Patty M

Basco: Extended Lead Times Expected for 6150/7150 Sliders in Chrome

Important Update!  Please be aware that extended lead times may occur for our 6150/7150 Deluxe Bypass models in Chrome, due to a recent increase in demand. If this occurs, we expect to be back up to speed before the end of the month. Deluxe 6150/7150 models are still available with regular lead times in Brushed Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze and all other painted finishes.”
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Should extended lead times be required, we will expedite any backorders as quickly as possible.

We also have many other bypass doors to choose from that your customers will be sure to love where Chrome is available. 

Miele Countertop Coffee Promo

In keeping with our comprehensive dealer support package, we are excited to announce the return of the CM Countertop System Promotion:  $200 instant off on any CM Countertop Coffee System!   Please start communicating this with your dealers and contacts: Promotion Details:

  • Promotion Period:  November 27th, 2020 – December 31st, 2020
  • Consumer Offer:  During this time the consumer will receive an instant discount of $200 off the retail price on any Miele counter top coffee system (CM5 & CM6)
  • November 18th, 2020:  Dealer promo price buying period begins.  Dealer will receive a discount off the regular dealer cost.
  • December 27th, 2020:  Dealer promo price buying period ends. 
    • The cost of the products will be reflected during the promotion period on the B2B portal.
  • Unit limits:  There is a purchase limit of 25 units total per retail partner.  For orders over this amount, please reach out to your Miele sales representative. 
  • While supplies last!

Sietto Announcement

We are in the process of making display boards of our Adjustable collection. Many of you have ordered this display board. We appreciate your patience. 
 
Our satin brass finish will now match throughout all of our lines. The Adjustable collection boards now shipping will have the new satin brass. If you have clients ordering from existing boards, please make them aware of this change and direct them to the SB finish on the Affinity or Skyline boards. If you need a sample of the new satin brass base, let us know, and we will be happy to send one.

Emtek Build & Ship Forecast

Please READ the following information so I might help you plan correctly going forward:
*    Emtek has always been proud of their ability to build and ship within 1-3 days.  Due to the increased demand starting in June 2020, orders have increased substantially and as we head toward winter, orders & high demand continue to grow, which is quite normal.
*    Emtek holds the loyalty of everyday dealers very high.  Meaning, currently, Emtek has had many opportunities to accept one off “large project work” orders, that would diminish inventory levels substantially.  Emtek prefers to not take that work currently in order to maintain inventory to be able to build our loyal dealers orders during this Very unusual time.*  UPS is another concern at this time.  We are seeing order delivery times being extended beyond our 3 day air freight free due to  the high demand UPS is experiencing and this will only worsen as we get closer and closer to the holidays I fear.  Of course, Emtek has no control over what UPS is able or unable to do.*    Be aware……if you want to pay for Next Day Air or 2nd day air WHEN YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER, Emtek will build and ship as quickly as possible.HOWEVER, IF YOU SUBMIT THE ORDER THEN TRY TO CHANGE TO EXPEDITED SHIPPING, the build time will NOT be changed, only the shipping time once the order is built.*    I feel it is very important to be honest and give you information so you can plan ahead to help you keep your customers satisfied with deliveries etc..  I would honestly plan for orders to arrive 3-4 weeks after your order is placed.The good news, Emtek has planned several new product introductions between now and the end of the year.  Please watch for my emails on these beautiful new products!
EMTEK PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE*    Emtek is actively hiring and training more staff for the factory and customer service and will continue to do so.  However, we all know that new employees bring on new issues and many little mistakes are made.  Emtek is very hopeful that by February 2021, they might return to the 1-3 day build times.Please know that Emtek and especially myself, really do appreciate your loyalty to our brand.  We will continue to  do everything in our power to help keep your business running as smoothly as possible during this unprecedented  timeWho could have ever anticipated this happening during a worldwide pandemic.  Please continue to take all precautions and stay safe.

Your Thoughts Will Determine Your Feelings

Motivational Tip #512

Updates from Marvin Montgomery
Sales Tip #512 From The Sales Doctor
Your Thoughts Will Determine Your Feelings

When your customer says, “Your price is too high,” “Let me think about it,” or “I’m going to get other quotes,” where does your thought process immediately go?

What you are thinking at that moment will determine what you do next.

If it’s “Oh no! I’m going to lose this sale!” your feelings will be desperation and panic, which means you will begin talking yourself out of the sale.

However, if you are in control of your thoughts, that also means you are in control of your feelings / emotions. You will respond with silence, a question, or paraphrasing in order to get clarity so you can provide a customized response that will address their true concern.

Controlling your thoughts will control your feelings!

LG New Laundry Product Guides

As many of you are already aware LG has recently transitioned their front load laundry line as well as added in their new top load washer with agitator into the lineup.  Attached is the new laundry product guide outlining all of these new and exciting models. 

Several Key Notes on the New Laundry:

·         All of the core front load line has been transitioned to the new models outlined below and in the attached step up logic chart.

·         All of these new front load models are now available to ship from our OH warehouse

·         The New Top Load Agitator model- WT7305CW & WT7305CV uses the same dryer as the 7300’s (non-agitator model) match- DLE7300/ DLG7301

·         These New Agitator models are also now available in our OH warehouse

·         Coming in Nov- LG’s new Wash Tower- full size stacked laundry unit with center controls

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Gerber Spiff Promo

Announcing Waterworks November Appreciation Sale 2020

Baldwin Estate – Keyed Contemporary Knob and Lever Expansion

have a 2nd Baldwin Estate new product expansion notice. 

The Baldwin team is excited to announce that Baldwin Estate’s Keyed Contemporary is launching on October 19th, 2020!

We welcome the newest additions to our popular Estate portfolio with the  Estate Contemporary Keyed Entry knob, and lever. Boasting sleek curves and striking minimalism, these designs were based off of the popular 5055 contemporary knob and 5162 contemporary lever. These new products will complement nearly any home and any door with this expanded function into keyed entry.

These sku’s are shown in the new Estate April 2020 catalog.  PDF of sell sheet and teh excel sku detail file are attached. Below are supporting links to documents and images

CUSTOMER LAUNCH SUPPORT FILES

  • SFDC Link: Click Here
  • Keyed Contemporary Brochure (PDF)
  • Customer presentation (PDF)
  • SKU list (excel)
  • Marketing data (excel)
  • Instruction Sheet (PDF)

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