Bill Gillespie

Bill Gillespie

Bill Gillespie has been in the printing business for 49 years and has been in sales and marketing since 1978. He was formerly the COO of National Color Graphics, an internationally recognized commercial printer and EVP of Brown Industries, an international POP company. Bill has enjoyed business relationships with flagship brands including, but not limited to, Apple, Microsoft, Coca Cola, American Express, Nike, MGM, Home Depot, and Berkshire Hathaway. He is an expert in printing sales, having written more than $100,000,000 in personal business during his career. Currently, Bill consults with printing companies, equipment manufacturers, and software firms. He can be reached by email (bill@bill-gillespie.com) or by phone (770-757-5464).

I Don’t Want to Sell Today!

Investing in you pays huge dividends. Your customers will notice. You’ll sell more stuff, waste fewer names, and have more fun.

Validate Your Customer!

Bill Gillespie doesn’t believe in sales shortcuts. But he does know one simple action that can up your sales game. He shares it here.

Your Perspective Matters!

In sales, when you lead with creativity and solutions instead of price, you stop managing specs and start creating value for clients.

Every Brain is Different!

Bill Gillespie shares how he learned — the hard way — that it’s important to makes space for every type of thinker on the sales force.

You Know How to Sell!

Bill Gillespie realized his mother’s advice didn’t just shape his life — it shaped his sales career too. He explains it here.

You Can Run But You Can’t Hide!

What you do in business eventually reveals itself. In this week’s humorous anecdote, Bill Gillespie shares why it’s important.

Is Anyone There?

When things go wrong — and they will go wrong — what will your clients remember? How you respond defines your relationship.

Mow and Blow?

Many sales reps rely on the “mow and blow” approach — quoting what’s requested without digging deeper. Here’s how you can do better.

Are You Doing All You Can?

Sales reps often mistake silence as a sign of satisfaction. But when reps stop innovating, customers will find someone who won’t.

Where Are You Going?

In sales, you must have a plan. Otherwise, you’re wasting time and money. Bill Gillespie explains how to avoid this costly mistake.

Do You Matter?

A recent booking error at a resort stay was a good reminder that every interaction is a chance to exceed expectations.