Accepted offer, when to leave current job to get commission?

In a bit of a pickle here. Hoping this type of post is exactly why Bravado exists.


Trying to decide when to give two weeks notice - or if I even should.


I have about 15k in commission from my current company that I will get when the products I sold (in October...sad I know) actually deliver in July.


Anything that delivers while I'm still employed I get paid on.


I also told this to the recruiter from the first conversation. She said we never want anyone to miss out on money and we'd figure it out.


Now she's saying my new mgr wants me to start mid July or earlier if possible to be included in training, kickoff, etc.


I was thinking it would be nice to have a week or two off in between jobs for a little mental break.


But I'm thinking I may end up having to work at my current job until I start at my new job to make sure I get all the commission I can.


I could put my 2 weeks in but I've heard other people say when they've done that the company tells them they're done basically that day and don't give them 2 weeks.


So, should I:


1. Put two weeks in now with a start date in 2 weeks with the new company?

2. Tell new company I can't start until my commission hits? (Which could be July but could also be August with delays)

3. Work at my current company until the day before my start date in case they try to pull some shit?

4. Put in my 2 weeks the day before I start the new role so that I still get paid through those 2 weeks and collect commission then too?


Weird spot to be in but any and all advice is appreciated!


Edit: They did include a signing bonus of $5k.





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1nbatopshotfan
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Sales
Don’t put the 2 weeks in til your commission is in your account. Speak to the new place and let them know you’d come sooner for a signing bonus.
Sellerguy
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Sellerguy
Any opportunity for a signing bonus? Give to get right - they want you to start a bit earlier which will cause you to lose commissions, so you need to get something in return.

not sure if this is relevant to your industry either but 90% of the time a sales rep puts in their 2 weeks they’re gone that day or by Friday. Do with that what you will
ithinkyoushouldclose
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Account Executive
Thanks. Yeah that's what I was afraid of.
TennisandSales
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Head Of Sales
this is EXACTLY why they have signing bonuses!

Tell them you would be happy to have an earlier start date if they can cover the $15k in loss of commission.

If they cant, than tell them your start date will be 2 weeks after you get your commission check. DONT risk $15k!

This is exactly what happened to me and i got a solid sign on bonus to get things going faster.......still ended up getting the check from the old company too 🙌
AnchorPoint
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Business Coach
Do not put in 2 weeks until you have collected the commission. Once they know you are leaving, kiss the commission goodbye. Have your recruiter handle the new company.
Pachacuti
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They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy
Many companies will Show you the door the moment you give notice. So be ready to literally walk out the door for good after you give notice.

$15k is not that much money in the long run, especially if it costs you a great opportunity somewhere else.

If you have determined to leave - leave. If you stick around til Oct you risk losing the new opportunity and probably more commission money that you’d want between now and then.
Alwaysclosingnext
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kingcharlie
Every good sales person leaves money on the table! Move on and negotiate a signing bonus
Diablo
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Sr. AE
I wouldn’t leave my commission unless I get compensated by other means
YoursTruly
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Account Executive (SaaS)
How badly do you want the new job? No way they’ll let you ride this into perpetuity. Ask for an additional signing bonus to cover at least part of it snd move in with your life.
Kosta_Konfucius
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Sales Rep
Never, start double dipping.

But actually dont mess with your paycheck. If you think they can screw with it, they will.
CRAG112
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Account Executive
Do not put in notice. Don't worry about it.

If they ever called about your employment, just say they say you are still employed because you worked out time off via vacation so you get paid without issue, and then your last day coincides with end of vacation.

So basically, you are on vacation and working at another company, and it's because your old job wants to ensure its a smooth transition for you.

Win win.

PS. If you have vacation, might as well take it. Lol.
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