In this podcast episode, Monte Erritt, Chief People Officer at Vermeer Southeast, revisits the Working Genius model. The assessment has empowered over 200+ employees at Vermeer Southeast, aiding in self-awareness and team collaboration. Monte discusses the value of self-awareness in personal development and its role in overcoming the Peter Principle, where individuals get promoted beyond their competencies. Highlighting the importance of maintaining common language and feedback culture, he emphasizes the significance of understanding personal work sweet spots to avoid burnout and create a positive work environment. The episode promises insights into how understanding personal and team dynamics leads to workplace efficiency.

In this insightful podcast episode, Monte Erritt from Vermeer Southeast shares valuable advice on effective career pathing. He emphasizes the importance of excelling in your current role while simultaneously preparing for future opportunities. By allocating most of your efforts to mastering your existing role, and progressively dedicating time to prepare for the next steps, you can build a strong foundation for advancement. Long-term goals should also be part of your career planning. Monte's guidance is clear: take ownership of your professional development, use time wisely to hone skills, and leverage available resources for success.

In this episode of the To the Core podcast, Monte Erritt introduces the SBI model, a feedback framework developed by the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL). SBI, which stands for Situation, Behavior, and Impact, helps leaders provide specific, actionable feedback without causing defensiveness. By focusing on observable behavior and its effects, the model encourages clear communication, reducing assumptions and promoting growth. Monte emphasizes the importance of applying SBI in various workplace scenarios, from coaching technicians to rewarding sales reps, and highlights its role in fostering a culture of trust and accountability across Vermeer Southeast’s branches.

The focus of the training is the in-depth analysis of the Agenda, Calendar, and Proactive Demos. Monte emphasises using the agenda page daily and setting strategic tasks to maximize time and resources. He also urges a review of the calendar to avoid scheduling an unrealistic number of tasks for a single day, resulting in a more reliable and systematically organized CRM.

Monte, VP of Employee Development at Vermeer Southeast, discusses in-depth how CRM data entries, when done accurately, can drastically improve sales forecasting methods and the profitability of the company. This episode emphasises how to handle fields like 'expected close date', 'probability', and 'source'. 'Monte also reemphasized the concept of being 'good stewards' of company information.

The host, Monte, gives his listeners an insight into the history of CRM at Vermeer Southeast, highlighting the motivation that led to its adoption. In the late 1990s, as a sales rep, he and his colleague Scott saw the benefits of using CRM to gain a competitive edge. They embraced the technology, purchasing laptops and CRM software, in order to streamline their operations and improve sales.

Host Monte Erritt interviews Keith Spicer, the VP of Aftermarket at Vermeer Southeast. They talk about their working relationship, Keith's early life, and his journey from football to serving in the Air Force, to his career at Vermeer Southeast.

In this podcast, host Monte Erritt from Vermeer Southeast, tries to make goal setting more appealing and engaging. He introduces three frameworks: SMART, FAST, and DUMB. All designed to work together in achieving goal setting.

This podcast episode explores the remarkable career of Horst Schulze, the former president and COO of Ritz Carlton, known for his profound influence on the service industry. Monte Erritt and Todd Versteeg share key takeaways from Schulze's speech, focusing on his principles of excellence, high intent, and empowerment. Schulze's journey from a 14-year-old hotel employee to a multi-billionaire embodies his commitment to purpose-driven leadership. Central to Schulze's philosophy is the mantra of treating everyone with respect, emphasizing that customers seek not just a product but a positive emotional experience. His story is an inspiration for both personal and professional excellence.

In this episode, Nick Santiago, Director of IT at Vermeer Southeast, discusses AI's growing presence in the workplace. He highlighted both the risks and benefits of integrating AI, emphasizing the need for cautious use to protect company and customer data. Santiago also suggested practical applications, such as improving interview questions and using AI for creative brainstorming. Overall, he stressed the importance of balancing AI advancements with human authenticity to ensure employees continue to grow and develop true expertise.