Episode 89 Identifying Servant vs. Serpent Vendors

In this episode of Veteran Led, John S. Berry shares insights on distinguishing between 'servant' and 'serpent' vendors in business. John discusses how to identify vendors who genuinely contribute to your company's growth versus those who may hinder progress.​

Learn about the characteristics of servant vendors who go above and beyond, and the red flags to watch for with serpent vendors. He also delves into strategies for maintaining accountability, handling vendor relationships, and the importance of taking the high road in business interactions.​

Whether you're a veteran in business, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a professional looking to improve vendor relationships, this episode offers lessons in leadership and business management.​

0:00 - Introduction​
0:31 - Vendors as servants or serpents​
1:00 - Examples of servant vendors: Leif, Harlan, and Mike​
2:45 - Examples of serpent vendors: Over-promising salespeople​
3:45 - Identifying serpent vendors: Resistance to accountability​
4:46 - The importance of maintaining the high ground in vendor relationships​
5:43 - Lessons learned from dealing with difficult vendors​
6:31 - The long game in vendor relationships​
7:06 - After Action Review​
8:20 - Three things to avoid when working with vendors​

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