fudforthought

Account Executive

Common to be hired as BDR out of state?

I am trying to move from startup into tech SaaS, realizing I am probably going to have to pivot down to BDR for a bit (I'm ok with that) as I have no experience in SaaS. I am itching to get back to a hybrid schedule, have been remote for a long time and just want more in-person social interaction.

Is it common to get looked over for not being in the greater metro area that these BDR jobs are located, even if I am willing to relocate? Finding a lot of job postings don't ask. Currently in suburbia, California. Mid 20's.

Bonus Q: What city do you live in, do you like it?

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Sunbunny31

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Sr Sales Executive 🐰

Nothing wrong with also pursuing AE and seeing if you can make that stick, as well. Also nothing wrong with heading into the office if it's not required, if you're an AE. Pachacuti's suggestions are solid.

Unrelated: I'm getting a giggle out of your icon, since you don't have an image uploaded and the War Room assigned you initials.

TennisandSales

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Head Of Sales

OMG great call out on the image 😂

Gasty

Notable Contributor

War Room Community Manager

Your Bonus Q is making me uncomfortable for some reason.

Pachacuti

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They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy

Remote hiring is still popular right now, but I see that changing rapidly over the next 6 months.

I don’t generally put my location on my resume or LI profile. I put “open to relocation” though on it. But I’m being consider mostly based on my experience rather than location, since I’m not entry level.

I think it’s important to follow up on any applications. You need to reach out to either the HM or the HR person and ask about the location requirement, if any. And let them know you’re open to relocate. That way they don’t disregard you when your resume pops up.

TennisandSales

Politicker

Head Of Sales

I think if you are looking to work in a specific area, change your linked in location to that state, so more recruiters will find you when they search for that area.

CuriousFox

WR Officer

🦊

FU too damn 😆

jefe

Arsonist

🍁

I had lunch with some a VC guy that's an investor in the company I work at the other week and he was touting the longevity of a distributed workforce, so I think you have a shot.

Bonus A: Living in Toronto, and it's pretty awesome.

BostonHound

Opinionated

Enterprise BDR

I think that a lot of companies are resistant to paying you to relocate, which might be the tie-up on applications. Might have to somehow clarify you are looking to relocate and willing to do so before starting employment, on your dime (if thats what you are comfortable with). Lots of companies have in application that they will not pay for you to relocate so ones that dont might assume you want payment for moving and steer clear of you

Kosta_Konfucius

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Sales Rep

Its common to get over looked but more common to land the job still

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