289. Retailers don't choose brands with the best charts—they choose brands with the clearest story. In Day 17 of 30 Days to Profitable CPG Growth, I break down fact-based selling: how to combine POS data, real shopper insight, and clear recommendations into a story retailers act on. You'll learn why push-button reports fail, how to stand out in line reviews, and how emerging brands earn influence, space, and growth without buying it through trade spend.

Fact-based selling, a crucial skill for competing with big brands, involves using data, shopper insights, and clear recommendations to tell a compelling story. This approach goes beyond traditional category management by providing retailers with actionable insights and solutions, rather than just data points. By combining POS data with shopper insights and community feedback, brands can create personalized, impactful stories that resonate with retailers and drive growth.

For additional inspiration listen to the following Bulletproof Your CPG Brand podcast episodes:

🎙️ 45 The Importance Of A Solid Business Strategy Today, TJ McIntyre with BOBO'S

🎙️ 59 Fact-Based Selling Stories Transform Your Sales Strategy, Steve Hughes with Sunrise Strategic Partners and Boulder Brands

🎙️ 88 Category Leaders Open Doors & Grow Profitable Sales Effectively, Russ Forester with Hain Celestial

Day 17 of the Free 30 Days to Profitable CPG Growth

Tip of the day: Fact-based selling is advanced story telling - what I call true category management. Fact-based story telling includes actionable recommendations with measurable results to give you the edge you deserve.

You can get the episodes free guide and todays show notes at: RetailSolved.com/session289