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SSB 7/20/25: A New Chapter: How Our Move to SAP Business One Benefits Everyone

A New Chapter: How Our Move to SAP Business One Benefits Everyone After 30 years of operating on the same system, we’ve made a major leap forward by transitioning to SAP Business One, a modern enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform designed to streamline operations, improve data accuracy, and enhance the customer experience. While change of…

SSB 7/6/25: Happy Right After The 4th

Reflecting on This Year’s Fourth of July As the fireworks fade and the grills cool down, we look back on another memorable Fourth of July celebration. This holiday is always a special time to pause, come together, and reflect on the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Whether you spent the day at a beach, park,…

SSB 6/29/25: How To Stay Connect With Your Customers In The Summer

It’s summer; now what do you do? Here are practical tips for salespeople to maintain customer contact during the summer holiday season, without being intrusive but keeping relationships warm and opportunities alive: 1. Send Summer-Themed Emails Keep it light and seasonal — avoid hard selling. Example: “Wishing you a fantastic summer! Here’s a quick update…

SSB 6/22/25: What have you done with AI lately?

Using AI to expand sales If you have been following the SSB, you know we like to use AI. We developed our new Frothy Cookery Cleaner with its help. We decided we should ask about some other things our product Frothy could be used for, and here is what we got back-        …

SSB 6/15/25: Where Did Father’s Day Come From?

Father’s Day originated in the United States, but it is now celebrated in many countries around the world, though often on different dates and with varying traditions. Origin in the U.S. The first known Father’s Day celebration was held on June 19, 1910 in Spokane, Washington, initiated by Sonora Smart Dodd. She wanted to honor her father, a Civil War veteran who raised…

SSB 6/8/25: I Don’t Do Tech?

If you’ve been following the Sunday Sales Class for a while, you know that we at Bullen like to use technology, particularly the new AI tools that are available. So, I asked some of my helpers to offer advice to non-tech people, and here’s what they came up with: 3 Easy Ways to Use AI…

SSB 6/1/25: What Would You Do If You Had To Switch ERP Systems?

A New Era at Bullen: Powered by Teamwork and SAP Business One After more than 30 years on our previous system, The Bullen Companies has officially transitioned to a new ERP platform—SAP Business One. This marks a major milestone in our company’s evolution, positioning us for greater efficiency, better data insight, and stronger service to…

SSB 5/18/25: What Are You Doing With AI?

Are You Missing The Boat With AI? Here is a perfect example of fooling around with AI. Those of you who have been following the Sunday Sales Blast for a while know we used AI in a lot of the marketing and design work for the Frothy brand. So I found this new app that allows…

SSB 5/11/25: Are You Ready For Supply Chain Issues?

Are you ready for supply chain issues? To drive sales during supply chain disruptions caused by tariffs, you’ll want to focus on adapting your strategies to meet both the challenges and opportunities these changes present. Here are several strategies you can implement: 1. Emphasize Inventory Management. •    Communicate Inventory Stability: If possible, increase your inventory…

SSB 5/4/25: Spring Cleaning Is Here, Do You Know What Your Customers Need?

Do you know what your customers need? Spring cleaning for commercial spaces goes beyond basic cleaning. It involves deep-cleaning, disinfecting, and refreshing areas that have been exposed to the elements or accumulated dust and grime over the winter months. Below is a more detailed breakdown of essential spring cleaning activities for various commercial spaces, you…
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