About NAMM U

New ideas. Useful tips. Fresh ways of looking at your business. That is the focus of NAMM University—exploring and sharing the best practices between NAMM Members.

Now you can take advantage of NAMM U learning resources all year long.

NAMM U Online is a full and varied library of videos, articles and interviews that supplement the popular live Breakfast Sessions and Idea Center Sessions at the NAMM Shows.

In this time of rapid change in our industry, there is no better way to understand and profit from the changes than to hear the strategies of other Members who have already found a solution.
You have three ways to tap into this knowledge and experience - Breakfast Sessions, Idea Center sessions and now, NAMM U Online.

Breakfast Sessions are scheduled every morning before the show floor opens. These are in-depth discussions featuring industry insiders sharing their thoughts, ideas, and strategies for doing business in today's aggressive marketplace.

Idea Center Sessions are short, focused "How to" sessions that take place right on the show floor and start every 30 minutes. Designed so you can drop by and explore some best practices without taking too much time away from your business at the show.

No videotaping is permitted in the Idea Center. Video recordings are limited to NAMM purposes only. Copies will not be made available to presenters or panelists.

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The Sale After the Sale

It is important to let your customers know that you are as concerned about them after the sale as you were before...

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Social Media—Dealing with Negative Posts About Your Business

It can be a great feeling when people sing your praises in their...

Finding More Customers and Capital in a Continually Changing Economy

Whether in good times or bad, businesses need access to two important...
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Telephone Tactics

The goal of using the phone should be to build relationships with your customers in order to bring them into your...

Featured Articles

How Do I Get a Higher Google Ranking?

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Listen as Danny Rocks answers a frequently asked question: "How do I get a higher Google ranking for my Web site?" But first, he explains three key points you should keep in mind to effectively communicate content on your Web site.

Your Lesson Rooms: The Do's and Don'ts

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Pete Gamber gives some tips on how to make your lesson rooms a safe, comfortable and productive environment for your teachers and students.

How to Make Smart Inventory Buys

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From the NAMM Show 2008, Alan Friedman talks about how to optimize purchasing from an inventory standpoint.

25 Ways to Improve Your Business (Live Breakfast Session, NAMM Show 2009)

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This record-setting Breakfast Session left attendees inspired and motivated to breathe new life into their businesses as hosts Alan Friedman and Danny Rocks served up "25 Ideas for Improving Your Business--NOW!" These great ideas aren't just theories; instead, they're practical, dealer-tested tips shared by some of NAMM's most successful retail members.

What's New

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Breakfast of Champions (NAMM Show 2012), Joe Lamond

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Themed “Make It Count,” the 2012 NAMM show kicked off on day...
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Breakfast of Champions (NAMM Show 2012), Rick Camino & Will Urban

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Joe Lamond, NAMM CEO & President, welcomes to the stage guests...
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Breakfast of Champions (NAMM Show 2012), George Hines

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Themed “Make It Count,” the 2012 NAMM show kicked off on day...
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Breakfast of Champions (NAMM Show 2012), Marcus Ryle

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CEO and President Joe Lamond welcomes Marcus Ryle, Line 6,...
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Breakfast of Champions (NAMM Show 2012), Ray Kurzweil

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Ray Kurzweil, CEO, Kurzweil Technologies, Inc., sits down with...
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Best in Show: This Year's Hottest Products (NAMM Show 2012)

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Frank Alkyer, Publisher, Music Inc., This session’s panelists...
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15 Ideas To Train Your Sales Staff in 10 Minutes a Day

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In this session, Bob Popyk will show you how to take just a few minutes...
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You're on Facebook...Now What?

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Now boasting more than 800 million members, Facebook is a culture. Are you...

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