NAW SmartBrief
March 8, 2022
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORY
* Fastenal posts higher daily, overall sales in Feb.
* Sonepar has over $28B in global sales for 2021
* Fastener Distributor Index reverses decline with Feb. growth
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Buyers want to see distributors' tech, data capabilities
* Machine-to-machine communication needs mesh networks
SALES AND MARKETING
* Let buyers take the lead in B2B sales
* 5 ways to channel creativity to spark innovation
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* 16 lessons leaders often learn the hard way
* Keep things simple for more effective conversation
NAW INSIDER
* NAW Distribution Leadership Program -- Creating Smarter Business Leaders
* NAW 2022 Compensation Survey Extension - March 15
* Master the 4 Essential Business Levers by David Bauders, CEO of SPARXiQ

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