Sales and marketing go hand in hand for a company's success. Questions arise regarding what is best messaging, when to advertise, how should sales be involved and what each department's responsibility is.  And now with even more focus on data and privacy, what can we learn from other countries? In this episode, Paul de Vries, who is a major automotive industry expert in Europe shares what he sees as differences between his country and the US. Why he comes to the US to learn and why he asks some of the US experts to come educate his dealer body.  A great conversation to share concepts where Europe is ahead (EV, privacy, labor) and where he sees the US as a leader as well. Enjoy it. is is a fantastic educational conversation.  About Paul de Vries "My mission is to improve the online automotive industry. Starting as a gas station attendant in 1995, I eventually became deeply involved in the automotive world. In 2005, I founded Nieuweautokopen.nl, an online platform to buy any brand. After selling it to eBay Inc (Marktplaats) in 2014, I became an ambassador for online automotive industry improvement. At #DCDW (Digital Car Dealer Workshop), we share this mission, aiming to enhance dealerships, automotive companies, and salespeople through top-notch content and innovative solutions. I also own Ligier Store Doesburg, an online-first Ligier and Microcar dealership. Together with sister companies #DCDW and Carmen Automotive BDC, we aim to elevate lead follow-up to new heights.  Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldevries1972/ website :https://www.dcdw.nl/ About Glenn Pasch:  "Everyone finds themselves in charge at some point in their lives. Yet many of us lack the skills to generate consistent results. My goal is to help you learn the skills to adapt and grow in your personal and business life.” Glenn Pasch is CEO of PCG Digital, a full service digital marketing agency that specializes in helping businesses create and deliver customers raving, recommending & returning for more. He is author of 2 books including "The Power of Connected Marketing" and has spoken and educated audiences throughout the US and internationally.   Thanks for making this a top 20 podcast in Personal Development space Let’s Connect:  https://linktr.ee/glennpasch