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NAASE’s Blog is a curated resource for sales engineers, presales professionals, technical sales leaders, and others working at the intersection of technology, customers, and revenue. We publish practical articles, field perspectives, interviews, and member insights on sales methods, demos, POCs, business value, customer engagement, sales AI, communication, leadership, career growth, and the evolving role of the SE.

Article contributions are currently limited to NAASE Pro Members and contributors specifically invited by the NAASE team. This page is not used for company job postings, although we may publish editorial content about career development, interviewing, hiring trends, and the broader SE job market.

Sales engineers work under many titles, including solutions engineer, presales engineer, solutions consultant, technical sales representative, application engineer, specification sales representative, territory representative, and manufacturer’s representative. Across industries, they help customers understand complex products, evaluate fit, build trust, and connect technical capabilities to business outcomes.

Pick Up the Darn Phone!
Ken Lambert
October 31, 2024
Pick Up the Darn Phone!
As a professional who has been around the block a few times, in both a Sales Engineer and a Project Manager capacity, I...
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Navigating Lateral Career Movements-  Forum Recap
Ken Lambert
October 22, 2024
Navigating Lateral Career Movements-  Forum Recap
On Thursday, September 19th, the President of NAASE along with 3 of our Advisory Board members gathered and discussed a very key and...
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Key Facets of the Sales Engineer Role in 2027- a Forward-Looking Projection
Tony Matos
October 16, 2024
Key Facets of the Sales Engineer Role in 2027- a Forward-Looking Projection
Dear Members and Colleagues, At the North American Association of Sales Engineers (NAASE), we are excited to share our insights and projections for...
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Sales Engineer as the “Gut Check”
Ken Lambert
August 20, 2024
Sales Engineer as the “Gut Check”
Sales engineers bring a lot of value to the deal, and to their companies. One of the most important is that of the...
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Implementing Smart Tourism: The Role of Sales Engineers in Travel Tech
Jackie Arellano
July 9, 2024
Implementing Smart Tourism: The Role of Sales Engineers in Travel Tech
Imagine checking into your hotel with just your smartphone, bypassing the front desk, or receiving personalized dining recommendations in a new city. In...
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Sustainability in Sales Engineering: Eco-friendly Practices and Their Importance
Marcelo Santos
July 7, 2024
Sustainability in Sales Engineering: Eco-friendly Practices and Their Importance
In today’s world, where environmental concerns are becoming increasingly pressing, sustainability in sales engineering has emerged as a crucial focus. Integrating eco-friendly practices...
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Bridging the Gap: How Sales Engineers Can Enhance Brand Perception
Jackie Arellano
June 6, 2024
Bridging the Gap: How Sales Engineers Can Enhance Brand Perception
Strong brand perception is crucial for business success. A positive brand image attracts top talent, fosters trust with customers, and opens doors to...
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Unlocking the potential of sales engineers through strategic training programs
Luis Armando Vasquez Ruiz
May 13, 2024
Unlocking the potential of sales engineers through strategic training programs
(Spanish version at the end of the article) In the post-pandemic era, industrial companies face a constantly evolving business landscape, where adaptability and...
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