Figuring Out What Consumers Really Want

Video: Figuring Out What Consumers Really Want

William Johnson
Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer
H.J. Heinz Company

Summary:

Whether it’s green ketchup or extra-crispy potatoes, taking the time to find out what your customers want pays off. William Johnson shares tips about how to understand your customers’ needs.

Newly Released Lessons Learned

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	William Johnson Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer H.J. Heinz Company	Changing The Mindset Of Your Sales Team Don’t Get Seduced By The Deal Engage, Empower And Excite Your People Figuring Out What Consumers Really Want The Fine Line Between Success And Failure Look To Your Consumers For Innovation The Counter-Intuitive Strategy
	William Lamar, Jr. Former Chief Marketing Officer McDonald’s USA	Customers Give You Feedback Everyday Take A Harder Look At Your Market Segments The Danger Of Trying To Make An Impact The Key To Connecting With Multi-Channel Consumers The Real Potential Lies In A Balanced Partnership You Can Always Learn From A Competitor
	Tod Arbogast Director Of Sustainable Business Dell, Inc.	A Holistic Approach To Environmental Leadership Driving Change In Your Extended Supply Chain Have The Courage To Challenge Your Business & Stakeholders Taking A Proactive Approach To Compliance The Benefit Of Engaging Stakeholders
	Nick Adamo SVP U.S. Service Provider Sales Cisco Systems	Challenge Your Sales People To Think Big Move Out Of Your Comfort Zone To Progress Your Career Moving From Transactional Deals To Relationships Negotiating Large, Complex Deals The Evolution From Sales Rep. To Sales Leader
	Andrew Robertson President & CEO BBDO Worldwide	Find A Clarity Of Purpose And Strategy Identify New Opportunities By Shifting Your Perspective Nearly All Problems Are People Problems The Best Innovations Are New Solutions To Existing Behaviors

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