UserNotFound

Account Executive

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First interview since 2013

I had my first interview since 2013 today- I've always been recruited so hard I've skipped interviews, so this was an interesting experience. I guess I must have done okay because I didn't even get a chance to 'close' my interviewer, this person went straight into 'okay next steps are...' which was reassuring. Here's where I need the WarRoom...

What is it like working for a VC backed SaaS company? I've only ever worked at smaller, local businesses. Largest sales team I've ever been on was 20 deep. Will they mandate I make a certain number of cold calls per hour? Use a script? Is this "unlimited PTO" just a euphemism to mean I never get a day off? I've never worked in Corporate America so hit me with all those details, Savages!

Also, can I just say to anyone out there in a situation similar to mine- Screw anyone who makes you question your own acumen, experience, and capabilities. There are tons of companies hiring right now, go work for someone who appreciates your unique skill set and don't settle for some jackass that tells you they're better than you.

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SaaSam

Politicker

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Account Executive

All of this really depends on each individual company. I worked at a startup with unlimited PTO and it was legit. Boss even went as far as to tell team members that if they bothered me while I was on my 15 day PTO they would wish they hadn't. But I've heard of companies using it as a chicken shit way of getting out of compensating people for unused PTO

UserNotFound

Politicker

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Account Executive

I'm afraid of that. My current role has the 'unlimited PTO' supposed perk and it's an excuse to ensure you're always available.

SaaSam

Politicker

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Account Executive

I would bring that concern up and see how they respond. If they seem a bit uncomfortable in their seats then they are probably being sketchy about it. If you end up taking the job, my advice would be to not really take large amounts of time off until you have hit quota. That way nobody can really say shit about it. You hit quota by the 15th of the month? Great, treat yourself to some time off.

CuriousFox

WR Officer

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Special emphasis on the last paragraph. * chef's kiss *

CaneWolf

Politicker

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Call me what you want, just sign the damn contract

We're going to need a lot more detail. How many people, how many salespeople, what are the growth goals?

Also, you saying a VC backed SaaS company is corporate America is super funny to me having worked at multiple big, public companies.

UserNotFound

Politicker

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Account Executive

Lol- well this is coming from a person who, the largest company I worked for was private and valued at $20m. So, it feels very Corporate compared to what I’m accustomed to.

CaneWolf

Politicker

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Call me what you want, just sign the damn contract

You and I lead very different lives.

UserNotFound

Politicker

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Account Executive

Hahaha... yeah. I'm a really conservative/risk-averse sales person so I've never been one to pursue jumping companies to climb the ladder, and I started my sales career in a home-town office equipment provider. I've grown for sure, but I'm def not to any 'big, public companies' ...that shit scares me.

CaneWolf

Politicker

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Call me what you want, just sign the damn contract

A risk-averse sales person. How does it feel being a unicorn?

UserNotFound

Politicker

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Account Executive

It's an anxiety-ridden nightmare, my friend.

Blackwargreymon

Politicker

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MDR

I cannot tell you what to do. I can however remind you that you are strong and you've got my support whatever you decide.

Justatitle

Big Shot

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Account Executive

Check repvue, ask to speak to a current rep to see if they’re hitting quota and getting good lead flow. Grass is always greener but sounds like the new place can be solid

UserNotFound

Politicker

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Account Executive

Great thought! I asked the hiring manager how many reps are hitting target but then realized I asked someone who’s answer I won’t/ can’t trust. Lol.

FromaBlankPerspective

Politicker

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District Manager

I've only worked at one company that had Unlimited PTO and that was because they knew everyone that worked there was a workaholic who wouldn't take it and then they wouldn't have to pay anything out when they got burned out and left.

That being said - I have heard good things about it at other companies! Fully depends on the culture of the organization!

JECU

Opinionated

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Account Manager / Co-Founder

May I ask what you were doing prior to this opportunity that you were recruited so heavily?

UserNotFound

Politicker

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Account Executive

I'm not sure I understand exactly what info you're asking for- what have I done to be recruited, or what industry?

Industry: I started in Office Equipment (copiers) and broke into MSP sales after about 5 years. Now I'm in an adjacent, but related field still within tech. All job changes (and some I didn't take) were recruitment efforts from company owners trying to get me to jump ship. I'm the top performer in my field/geography, so I keep my options open.

Behaviors: I network and volunteer with orgs that surround me with C-Suite members, and I make sure that my wins are pretty public so that my competitors can see the moves I make. I've never turned down a conversation about recruitment, and I do my best not to burn bridges (although my most recent job change definitely burned a bridge and I'm not thrilled with it).

JECU

Opinionated

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Account Manager / Co-Founder

That’s what I figured but wanted to verify. I was working in the same MSP space for a while (still kind of do-long story) and before that on the IT hardware side. Super competitive industry.

Clashingsoulsspell

Politicker

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ISR

Check repvue, ask to speak to a current rep to see if they’re hitting quota and getting good lead flow.

MR.StretchISR

Politicker

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ISR

We're going to need a lot more detail. How many people, how many salespeople, what are the growth goals?

Also, you saying a VC backed SaaS company is corporate America is super funny to me having worked at multiple big, public companies.

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