35 min
My Journey with Neil Rogers: From Bartending to Boardrooms Revenue Rehab
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- Marketing
This week our host Brandi Starr is joined by Neil Rogers, Author & VP of Sales at Rogers Marketing.
Neil has built a successful career in sales and marketing that spans almost forty years in a variety of industries, ranging from pharmaceuticals to military defense contractors. But before the multiple sales awards and accolades, Rogers spent ten years slinging beers behind the bar at some of the top establishments in and around Boston. The lessons learned during his “cocktail years” have provided him with the skills needed to excel in sales and marketing. And now, he’s sharing the knowledge gleaned from long nights of sticky floors and slinging shots that have propelled Rogers to the upper echelons of salesmanship.
This episode is a deep dive into the significance of blending traditional methods with modern marketing tactics to achieve lasting success in the fast-evolving business landscape.
Bullet Points of Key Topics + Chapter Markers: Topic #1 The True Value of Hospitality in Business [08:22] “The essence of hospitality isn’t confined to hotels and bars; it’s foundational in creating genuine customer connections regardless of your business sector,” Neil articulates. He stresses the importance, noting, “What I learned from my time-serving drinks wasn’t just about crafting a perfect cocktail, but about understanding people and creating moments that matter. This same principle applies directly to engaging customers in any business environment.” “These minor details and personal touches," Neil adds, "can set you apart in a crowded market.”
Topic #2 Reinventing Direct Mail and Relationship Building [17:45] Neil explains, “In an age where digital noise is louder than ever, going back to basics like direct mail can cut through the clutter.” He elaborates on integrating traditional tactics with modern strategies, saying, “Direct mail isn’t just about sending letters. It’s about personalization, about being memorable. Combine that with today’s analytics, and you target not just effectively but meaningfully.” Brandi adds, “It’s about leveraging every tool in our arsenal to maintain that crucial human touch.”
Topic #3 Longevity and Ethics in Marketing [32:18] Neil emphasizes long-term success tied to ethical practices, stating, “You can chase quick wins or you can build lasting relationships based on integrity.” He further advises, “Honesty, fairness, and sincerity aren’t just moral choices; they are strategic advantages in business.” Discussing the impact of these values, Neil notes, “When clients trust you, they not only return, they become advocates for your brand. That’s the real power of ethical business practices.”
So, What's the One Thing You Can Do Today? Neil’s ‘One Thing’ is to develop a process for prospecting new clients or launching new products, and stick to a multi-touch, multi-media micro-marketing campaign for 90 days, making adjustments along the way.
Buzzword Banishment: Neil has two Buzzwords to Banish, "dive in" and “super”. Neil wishes to eliminate these phrases because he feels, "They’re overused to the point of losing all meaning. Every meeting, every call—it's always “let's dive in” and “super.”
Links: Get in touch with Neil Rogers:
LinkedIn
Twitter
Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Amazon Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live
This week our host Brandi Starr is joined by Neil Rogers, Author & VP of Sales at Rogers Marketing.
Neil has built a successful career in sales and marketing that spans almost forty years in a variety of industries, ranging from pharmaceuticals to military defense contractors. But before the multiple sales awards and accolades, Rogers spent ten years slinging beers behind the bar at some of the top establishments in and around Boston. The lessons learned during his “cocktail years” have provided him with the skills needed to excel in sales and marketing. And now, he’s sharing the knowledge gleaned from long nights of sticky floors and slinging shots that have propelled Rogers to the upper echelons of salesmanship.
This episode is a deep dive into the significance of blending traditional methods with modern marketing tactics to achieve lasting success in the fast-evolving business landscape.
Bullet Points of Key Topics + Chapter Markers: Topic #1 The True Value of Hospitality in Business [08:22] “The essence of hospitality isn’t confined to hotels and bars; it’s foundational in creating genuine customer connections regardless of your business sector,” Neil articulates. He stresses the importance, noting, “What I learned from my time-serving drinks wasn’t just about crafting a perfect cocktail, but about understanding people and creating moments that matter. This same principle applies directly to engaging customers in any business environment.” “These minor details and personal touches," Neil adds, "can set you apart in a crowded market.”
Topic #2 Reinventing Direct Mail and Relationship Building [17:45] Neil explains, “In an age where digital noise is louder than ever, going back to basics like direct mail can cut through the clutter.” He elaborates on integrating traditional tactics with modern strategies, saying, “Direct mail isn’t just about sending letters. It’s about personalization, about being memorable. Combine that with today’s analytics, and you target not just effectively but meaningfully.” Brandi adds, “It’s about leveraging every tool in our arsenal to maintain that crucial human touch.”
Topic #3 Longevity and Ethics in Marketing [32:18] Neil emphasizes long-term success tied to ethical practices, stating, “You can chase quick wins or you can build lasting relationships based on integrity.” He further advises, “Honesty, fairness, and sincerity aren’t just moral choices; they are strategic advantages in business.” Discussing the impact of these values, Neil notes, “When clients trust you, they not only return, they become advocates for your brand. That’s the real power of ethical business practices.”
So, What's the One Thing You Can Do Today? Neil’s ‘One Thing’ is to develop a process for prospecting new clients or launching new products, and stick to a multi-touch, multi-media micro-marketing campaign for 90 days, making adjustments along the way.
Buzzword Banishment: Neil has two Buzzwords to Banish, "dive in" and “super”. Neil wishes to eliminate these phrases because he feels, "They’re overused to the point of losing all meaning. Every meeting, every call—it's always “let's dive in” and “super.”
Links: Get in touch with Neil Rogers:
LinkedIn
Twitter
Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Amazon Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live
35 min