Becoming a Successful Channel Sales Manager
28mIntermediate2025-04-18
Authors

Ronnell Richards
Course details
Are you a beginner- or intermediate-level channel manager looking to improve your skills? In this course, join instructor Ronnell Richards as he explores the strategies, tools, and insights you need to drive partner success, build lasting relationships, and optimize channel performance. By the end of this course, you’ll be prepared to leverage key skills such as strategic thinking, adaptability, and technical acumen for more effective channel management.
Learning objectives
Analyze the role and core traits of an effective channel manager to identify areas for personal development.
Develop lasting relationships with partners by applying techniques for fostering open communication and trust.
Demonstrate discovery skills to align partner needs with tailored product and service offerings.
Evaluate products and services to identify high-impact offerings that align with partner and end customer needs.
Construct Ideal Partner Profiles to recruit and onboard partners strategically.
Apply data-driven decision-making techniques to track partner performance and refine channel strategies.
Design structured business plans to guide partners toward sustainable growth.
Implement negotiation strategies to resolve conflicts and create mutually beneficial partnerships.
Create a credible LinkedIn profile and social media presence to attract partners and build influence.
Assess how to use CRM and channel tools effectively to enhance productivity and collaboration.
Learning objectives
Analyze the role and core traits of an effective channel manager to identify areas for personal development.
Develop lasting relationships with partners by applying techniques for fostering open communication and trust.
Demonstrate discovery skills to align partner needs with tailored product and service offerings.
Evaluate products and services to identify high-impact offerings that align with partner and end customer needs.
Construct Ideal Partner Profiles to recruit and onboard partners strategically.
Apply data-driven decision-making techniques to track partner performance and refine channel strategies.
Design structured business plans to guide partners toward sustainable growth.
Implement negotiation strategies to resolve conflicts and create mutually beneficial partnerships.
Create a credible LinkedIn profile and social media presence to attract partners and build influence.
Assess how to use CRM and channel tools effectively to enhance productivity and collaboration.
Skills covered
Sales ManagementSalesOne-Off
Concepts
1. Channel Sales Management
- 01 - Introduction
- 02 - The channel manager's role more than just a liaison
- 03 - Building trusting and lasting relationships
- 04 - Supporting partners in selling
- 05 - Choosing the right partners
- 06 - Coaching partners to drive growth
- 07 - Communication strategies for channel managers
- 08 - Negotiation essentials in channel management
- 09 - Business planning and modeling for success
- 10 - Conclusion