DariusAbron

calibration tech

Is there a good place to start selling ? I have personality but have no clue how to sell. I’d like to change careers, yet I just had a baby boy. I’m the provider making about 68k a year and feel like I can’t go below that without a struggle.

Help!!

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detectivegibbles

Politicker

Sales Director

Find the “companies hiring” thread here in the war room.

Look for SDR/BDR positions. Use LinkedIn and search jobs. Go through the Tech Sales U on bravado.

You should be able to find positions that allow you to make that no problem.

Good luck!

WheelofCheese

Opinionated

Sales Executive

My suggestion is to find an organization that is known for their training and mentorship. For me— early on in my sales career, I worked for ADP. Probably one of the best organizations for anyone starting off in this field IMO. That said, it’s a very fast paced environment with a lot of accountability. They traditionally offer a very competitive base salary and very good commissions. Additionally, you need to prove yourself on a regular basis so it’s not a good place for anyone looking to plod along. If you’re successful you will do very well! Best of luck!

TennisandSales

Politicker

Head Of Sales

dang this is a super hard question to answer because we dont know you haha.

but ig you have no clue how to sell or no experience then you need to find places that like to hire green sales ppl.

Like:
insurance, HR software (for some reason), Sales Development roles ect.

DariusAbron

calibration tech

Lol I feel this I don’t even know me I’m 24 trying to figure it out honestly.

punishedlad

Tycoon

Regional Partnership Manager

lol I never would have guessed this about HR software. I used to sell into HR. It was hell. HR gets purchasing power like once every 5 years.

DataSlangah

Politicker

SAE

I would have said Tech BDR a few years ago, but it has been a bloodbath recently. As a BDR you aren't really expected to know how to sell. All you need is to come with a good attitude and a willingness to pick up the phone. You will learn if you get on with a good company. 60 - 70K OTE should be a very attainable salary range as a BDR

CuriousFox

WR Officer

🦊

Check out a few articles on the academy tab. They are helpful.

Kosta_Konfucius

Politicker

ERP Sales

A place with good training, which can be hard to find is the best to start.
Depends on the industry/sales role but there is a good chance you will be above the 68k

Sunbunny31

Arsonist

Sr Sales Executive 🐰

Congratulations on your baby!
With the financial obligations you have, I'd be looking to start with positions that have a good base salary with commission for the OTE (or On Target Earnings). Many BDR/SDR jobs have a range that falls within your current salary - BUT the caveat is that it can depend on where you live. I take it you're currently employed, so you have the luxury of being able to take your time and see what you find.
Also, if you really don't know much about sales, there's a Sales Academy here where you can learn a lot about the processes and terminology so you're not totally cold when you start. I believe there's a $100 fee that's refundable once you complete the course, but @Gastycan provide details.
Good luck to you!

DariusAbron

calibration tech

You all have provided a lot of seemingly great information I really appreciate that! Will start looking into this soon.

Maximas

Tycoon

-1

Senior Sales Executive

I second this!

DariusAbron

calibration tech

Thank you much appreciated!

ZVRK

Politicker

Enterprise Account Executive

You`ve just had a baby, so.. if possible put this decision on hold for a bit maybe. I mean, it depends on the kind of support you have as a parent, but babies really will take a lot of your energy. A new job will also take a lot of your energy. If you`re getting by with your current job, start searching but only settle for something really good, so all that stress when switching jobs while being a parent to a newborn pays off.

I`m talking out of experience here, I`ve had twins 2.5 years back, and when they were around 3 months, i switched jobs. It was tremendous pressure, a lot of stress, ultimately paid off, but.. i don`t know if I`d do it again that soon..

oldcloser

Arsonist

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You may want to take a swing at a call center environment just taking inbound activity. You’ll get a veritable boot camp in qualifying and politely disqualifying. All of it applies in a hunter role. The money should not be an issue. Good luck!

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DariusAbron

Is there a good place to start selling ? I have personality but have no clue how to sell. I’d like to change careers, yet I just had a baby boy. I’m the provider making about 68k a year and feel like I can’t go below that without a struggle.

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