Hi All,
Background
I am currently a top rep at my SaaS company. I have consistently been in the top 5% of AE's at every org I have worked at over the past 3.5 years.
I just came off a quarter where I was 300% of goal - and my company is rapidly growing. I have always been interested in leadership and recently the opportunity has presented itself for me to move from a MM AE to a MM Sales Manager.
Although my numbers have always been great - I have ALWAYS went above and beyond my IC position to help others: 1x1s, pow wow sessions and large group trainings are things I have contributed to company culture though they aren't in my job title.
I am having a hard time walking away from commissions I am making, but my heart wants to lead and help others get the same success I have achieved.
Comp info:
MM AE: 125k base 250k commission. Actual: 125k base and 180k commission.
MM Sales Manager: 145k base 145k commission. Actual: probably around 220k based on manager sharing.
Ask:
I am looking for advice on the transition from IC to management and some pros and cons. Stories are also appreciated.
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