SaasSlingin

Sr AE

Always be interviewing?

My company (large and established) comforted us during an all-hands with "no layoffs will happen despite any rumors". But apparently PIPs will go out and we all know those are just a push out.

To what extent do you interview on the side even when things are going decently? how do you put yourself in the best position when bad news is looming for an underperforming org? to the sales leaders out there: have you ever PIP'd someone you want to actually keep?

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RandyLahey

Politicker

Account Executive

ALWAYS take interviews. Important skill to hone, be honest and upfront about your situation and quantify your market value.

antiASKHOLE

Tycoon

Bravado's Resident Asshole

I'm with Randy. Keep the skills sharp.

saaskicker

Celebrated Contributor

Enterprise AE

+1, always take a peak.

jefe

Arsonist

🍁

Use it or lose it

Kosta_Konfucius

Politicker

Sales Rep

Always be "Open to New Opportunities" on Linkedin so you have a mini database of recruiters to message when you need to look. If you get a message thats interesting, I always take it, but I am critical of it.

jefe

Arsonist

🍁

Man, you should do a LinkedIn AMA. You're full of answers and insights.

Diablo

Politicker

Sr. AE

Preparation is very important - if you know something like that is coming, don’t take anyone for face value. Be ready and agile.

Sunbunny31

Politicker

Sr Sales Executive 🐰

Take those interviews. For all you know, something really great will arise that you'd want to jump on regardless.
On a side note, are you anticipating being on the receiving end of a PIP?

SaasSlingin

Politicker

Sr AE

Great outlook!
And not exactly but I feel they look to newer hires first. And also feel like it just takes a couple big deals falling out before I could be under scrutiny.

CuriousFox

WR Officer

🦊

Interview on the down low for roles that actually interest you. Good things can happen 🤷‍♀️

Pachacuti

Politicker

They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy

Yes, always be interviewing. Its the one "Sales Skill" you don't want to stagnate.
So even if you have no intention of leaving, have the conversation. Interview them in return. Having a job already gives you a huge advantage when speaking with another company.

Revenue_Rambo

Politicker

Director, Revenue Enablement

-- Why not continually have conversations? Nothing to lose. If you don't like an opportunity just decline and go about your job.

-- To your final point... You should never hav to PIP someone you want to keep. However, sometimes those decisions are more political. Top down spreadsheet jockey that looks only at numbers. Rep could be embody everything you want in a rep, but have deals falling apart right now due to external economic factors.

SaasSlingin

Politicker

Sr AE

-Only hesistance taking them continually is they are often during work hours so tough to schedule let alone prep, compensating for missed work, etc.
-when I put myself in management’s shoes, I think the same thing. But external economic factors are hurting some of us more than others despite doing everything right

lowhangersalesbanger

Executive

Director of Sales

I take any and all interviews if for no other reason than to stay sharp. Best case scenario you give yourself a pay raise

SoccerandSales

Big Shot

Account Executive

I am always open to conversations but never really actively looking

HappyGilmore

Politicker

Account Executive

Always keep an eye out on opportunities and take interviews. Doesn't hurt to see what's out there.

Justatitle

Big Shot

Account Executive

Always be open to interviews 80/20 rule. 80% will be shit 20% will be worth your time.

SaasSlingin

Politicker

Sr AE

Totally relevant even since taking the first of calls

Sales rep

Just take it

FoodForSales

Politicker

you should always be looking around, even when you're happy where you are at.

Retired Sales Professional

Please do yourself a favor, if you work hard for a company, work twice as hard for yourself. Keep those contact updated, networks open and interviews flowing. 👍👍

GDO

Politicker

BDM

Always interview. Especially in such a situation. On the other hand I've seen people staying for a long time after a PIP. but those are more exceptions than the rule

LambyCorn

Arsonist

A mfkn E

I love taking interviews whenever I can, keeps my interview pitch sharp and you can always follow up down the line when you need a job :D

Beans

Big Shot

Enterprise Account Executive

I don't actively apply most of the time but I'll talk to every recruiter that fits my needs.

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SaasSlingin

Always be interviewing?

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