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Building a feedback culture in automotive sales starts with fostering openness and creating a safe environment for team members to share their opinions. Leading by example and showing that all feedback is valued without penalty is crucial in encouraging your team to speak up.

Last updated on Jul 10, 2024

Here's how you can foster a feedback culture in your automotive sales team.

Creating a culture of feedback within your automotive sales team is essential for growth and success. Feedback, when given constructively, can improve sales strategies, enhance team dynamics, and ultimately lead to a better customer experience. Encouraging your team to share their insights and listen to others can be a game-changer in the competitive world of automotive sales. You must cultivate an environment where feedback is seen as a tool for development rather than criticism. This article will guide you through the steps to foster such a culture, ensuring your team is equipped to give and receive feedback effectively.

1 Embrace Openness

To foster a feedback culture in automotive sales, openness must be at the core. Encourage your team to share their thoughts by setting an example. Show them that their opinions are valued and that there's no penalty for speaking up. Create regular opportunities for feedback—such as weekly meetings or feedback sessions—where everyone can discuss what's working and what isn't without fear of negative repercussions. This will not only improve sales tactics and team morale but also build a foundation of trust.

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TARIQ EL YASSOURI

Group Director - Customer Centricity. Ex-Maserati, Ex-Mercedes-Benz. MIT Certified.
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Building a feedback culture in automotive sales starts with fostering openness and creating a safe environment for team members to share their opinions. Leading by example and showing that all feedback is valued without penalty is crucial in encouraging your team to speak up.

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Marcelo Daniel Torres Rodriguez

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Parte de las actividades de clima laboral y como parte de desarrollo de personal, dentro del sistema de gestión en la sesión semanal de mi equipo con duración de 1 hora, los primeros 30 minutos revisabamos el dashboard y los oocrdinadores y Srs explicaban desviaciones y su plan de acción. Los otros 30 minutos se destinaban para proyectos ó nuevas ideas y esta se exponian a la Gerencia para inscribirse como proyecto de mejora en la plataforma de la VP de LySC. Adicional a ser comunicada con todo el equipo.

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2 Set the Framework

Establishing a clear framework for giving and receiving feedback is crucial. Define what effective feedback looks like: it should be specific, actionable, and relevant to the sales process. Train your team on how to deliver feedback in a constructive manner that focuses on behavior and outcomes rather than personal attributes. Also, make sure they understand how to receive feedback graciously, seeing it as an opportunity for growth rather than a personal attack.

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Marcelo Daniel Torres Rodriguez

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La retroalimentación es un arma poderosa, debe ser clara y especifica bajo el metodo "STAR" (Situation, Task, Action & Result) con "0" ambiguedades. Los situaciones que se utilizarán deben estar bien revisadas, tienen que ser concisas y certeras. Prohibido utilizar el "pero" en una retro.. Se acaba el efecto de la parte positiva.

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3 Utilize Tools

Leverage tools and platforms that facilitate feedback among your sales team. Whether it's a digital platform designed for performance reviews or a simple suggestion box, having a dedicated space for feedback encourages continuous communication. Ensure these tools are accessible and that everyone knows how to use them. This will help maintain a steady flow of feedback and prevent any bottlenecks in communication.

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Marcelo Daniel Torres Rodriguez

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La retroalimentación tiene que ser en 2 vias, teniendo cabeza fría para recibirla, analizarla y hacer un plan de acción. No todas las sugerencias se tienen que convertir en "Carta a Santa Clos", es recomendable hacer un comite que las analice y de respuesta a los colaboradores y así debe recibirla los colaboradores. Recuerdo que algunos años atras, Jorge Luis Ramos, CEO de Heineken, el daba respuesta desde el punto de vista humano y de compañia a las inquietudes que los colaboradores enviaban a traves de un buzon digital, algunas otras por VP de RRHH y otras areas competentes, pero el objetivo de escuchar y responder a los colaboradores se cumplia...

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4 Encourage Regularity

Consistency in giving and receiving feedback helps normalize it within your team's culture. Encourage regular check-ins where team members can discuss their progress and challenges. This could be through one-on-one meetings, team huddles, or even informal catch-ups. The key is to make feedback a regular part of your team's routine, which will help in reinforcing its value and keeping everyone engaged in the process.

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Grandes empresas cuentan con un sistema de "Performance Management" como evaluación anual de ejecutivos y directivos, pero son vistos como "obligados"... Un sistema "Taylor made" a tu operación es lo recomendable para generar la regularidad en tu organización.

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5 Recognize Efforts

Recognizing and rewarding the efforts of your team when they engage in the feedback process is vital. Acknowledge those who provide valuable insights or who have made significant improvements based on feedback they've received. This not only motivates the individual but also signals to the rest of the team that their contributions can lead to positive recognition and possibly even career advancement.

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Por otro lado, existen herramientas que puedes customizar para tu equipo, como: Recognition dinner, Rallys anuales, juntas mensuales ó semanales, periodico mural, revista digital, etc.. para poder hacer los reconocimientos a los que excedieron sus resultados.

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6 Address Challenges

Finally, be prepared to address challenges that may arise as you implement a feedback culture. Some team members may be resistant to change or uncomfortable with giving and receiving feedback. Address these concerns head-on with empathy and support, offering additional training or mentoring if necessary. By overcoming these hurdles, you'll strengthen the team's ability to work together and achieve better sales outcomes.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Embrace Openness

2 Set the Framework

3 Utilize Tools

4 Encourage Regularity

5 Recognize Efforts

6 Address Challenges

7 Here’s what else to consider

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