Working with VARs

What is the best way of working with VARs that don't have as much urgency as you to close a deal?

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alecabral
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Meet with them, understand their business and bring them some deals to gain trust really fast. A business plan can come later on, but quick wins are crucial there.
cw95
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Great advice this. Going to also use this. 
F5onrepeat
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Thank you!
CaneWolf
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Call me what you want, just sign the damn contract
Building a relationship with the VAR matters. You want them to feel like they're in a true partnership and they'll help you meet your deadlines.
F5onrepeat
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Thank you!
BullDawg
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Gotta become friends with them. The urgency comes because they like you and trust you and know you have a target to hit. It’s also helpful if they know you can deliver - so when you press them for a faster close they know you’ll not only get whatever is needed done, but also they can rely on you to get shit done for them when they need a little push. All relationship driven in the VAR world
F5onrepeat
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Thank you!
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