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ExtremeVibeChecker44

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Thriving Industries? Or Industries that at least aren't totally in the tank?

Hey gang, starting the job hunt.


Anyone in a niche / company that's thriving?


Would love to hear about what + why it is.


Former Cloudflare employee here....So I'm looking for a company that's at least decently run lol, but I want to hear what sectors (if any) have seen steady sales in the last year or so.

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bonez
Politicker
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Account Executive
Lots are doing decently. Honestly construction is booming so much lately you can barely keep employees and are pretty much guaranteed a job. The infrastructure bill has done a lot for that space.<br><br>Software in that space is doing pretty well but that's conjecture because it also depends on where you're at. In Southern California construction doesn't stop because it doesn't really snow here (outside of the mountains).<br> <br>But I would look at any product you can sink your teeth into and have some passion around. Doesn't have to be your everything, but something that you can wake up feeling good about.<br> <br>Ed Tech is another one that usually does well but you're usually selling something that directly benefits students. There are lots that are doing well but some you'll need to move for or some will not be as available where you are.<br> <br>Last but not least you can always become a stripper and sell those sweet dance moves.
oldcloser
Arsonist
3
💀
Bottles always be poppin in da VIP.
bonez
Politicker
3
Account Executive
My man just gets it.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
What are some examples of companies doing well you'd say? Like construction SaaS? Or literally selling bulldozers or something haha
LB23Art
Member
1
Founder
Great advice!
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
Helpful, thanks! I'll look into construction software.
HVACexpert
Politicker
4
sales engineer
Hi hello,

Construction industry doing pretty well.
CuriousFox
WR Officer
3
🦊
Yall hiring 👀
HVACexpert
Politicker
3
sales engineer
Always got room for a curious fox!
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
Love to hear it. If you don't mind, can you tell me in general terms what your company does? Do you plan to stick around in that industry?
HVACexpert
Politicker
0
sales engineer
I work for a manufacturers representative , techs version of a channel partner. We represent multiple brands, product types, and solution in the commercial/industrial HVAC space within our local market. Yes definitely going to be hanging out here for a while.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
Nice. I see you're an SE. How technical does that kind of software get?
Coming from cybersecurity
HVACexpert
Politicker
0
sales engineer
For HVAC controls it varies, if the product /project is simple then the software is pre-programmed sequences on off the shelf product that controls equipment.

On larger projects the sequences are written from scratch on fully configurable controllers and integrated into a full building automation system. Today those providers offer cloud based and subscription services for maintenance , energy modeling and management, etc. At the enterprise level building automation is integrating building security systems , and fire protection and control systems, and lighting controls into one offering across a full a campus or multiple building locations.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
That's helpful. Mind dropping some company names you like in that space?
HVACexpert
Politicker
0
sales engineer
Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, Automated Logic, and Trane are the large players in building automation.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
Thanks man! Will be applying to some of these for sure
unclespacejam
Politicker
4
ur dad’s brother
@ExtremeVibeChecker44 I would take two approaches:

1) consider companies that are necessities/ infrastructure for other companies or the world around us (construction, logistics, agtech, edtech)
2) consider companies that you have extreme conviction about, companies that YOU believe are going to be around 20-100 years.
jefe
Arsonist
3
🍁
This is the way
SPT
Valued Contributor
0
Director, Channel Sales & Partner Alliances
Automotive (EV), industrial automation, transportation, drones, construction and robotics, and robotics.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2022/01/24/why-your-next-home-will-be-built-by-robots/
medhardwaredr
Opinionated
3
Director of Sales NA
Medical anything. Ai is everywhere but all start ups. Food seems to be doing well.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
1
Inside Sales
I'm leery on AI companies. They feel like the new crypto companies. Or NFTs....
medhardwaredr
Opinionated
0
Director of Sales NA
I have a feeling it’ll be the next boom like dot com size
Pachacuti
Politicker
2
They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy
Plenty are doing just fine - really depends on what your interest is.
Kosta_Konfucius
Politicker
2
Sales Rep
Highly recommend checking repvue to find different options high ranked companies
securitysellerrrr
1
Account Executive
I love my industry. Can be very lucrative too. Selling physical security infrastructure (enterprise video surveillance, access control, radios, etc). Making schools, churches, and hospitals safer is pretty awesome. Especially if you’re working for an industry leader in technology and know your products are top of the line in the sector.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
0
Inside Sales
Very cool. You mind dropping some names of companies in that space?
J.J.McLure
Politicker
1
Owner at *redacted*
I’ll add 1 more for construction 💪🏼
Beans
Big Shot
1
Enterprise Account Executive
MFG is about to hit a boom in the US
SPT
Valued Contributor
0
Director, Channel Sales & Partner Alliances
This. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2022/01/24/why-your-next-home-will-be-built-by-robots/
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
0
Inside Sales
What's MFG? Manufacturing something?
Beans
Big Shot
0
Enterprise Account Executive
Indeed, manufacturing, so working in/selling to that sector over the next few years will be a gold mine.
ExtremeVibeChecker44
Arsonist
0
Inside Sales
Interesting. Are there specific products or niches you like?
LB23Art
Member
1
Founder
How about staffing and recruiting? I used to work at Sense. Happy to talk more. Let me know.
Gasty
Notable Contributor
0
War Room Community Manager
When the market is tough, there are always some companies doing layoffs, lesser opportunities, etc. etc. but in that same time there are many sectors growing.

Check which sector is getting most funding these days and you’ll have your answer.

Also, 1 way to check about the company - check who is investing in that company. I am sure investers check for more points before investing.
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Founding BDR
Lots are steady and growing. Use some logical thinking and just picture what each industry will look like in the long term. Obviously there’s certain industries where they will always be around (think construction, medical, cybersecurity etc)
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Founder and Lead RevOps Consultant
I can see “entrepreneur enablement” getting bigger.

If these layoffs teach us anything, it’s that most people should probably build multiple streams of income.

There isn’t really a solid player in the online community space right now. Hormozi’s investment in Skool is a good sign though. I’d say maybe keep your eye on community-focused SaaS solutions for creators / entrepreneurs.

I feel like whichever platform lets you run a merch store, paid community, and coaching all in one place, with built-in funnels, scheduling, conferencing, etc, is going to dominate.

Also, more people are sort of being forced to start businesses, and there’s been a pivot back to “American craftsmanship.” Some of these lean “made in America” startups that generate big followings by sharing their production processes on TikTok will become household names in 10 years. And there will almost certainly be money to be made in helping those small businesses negotiate deals with buyers for large retail chains.

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