Who can top this?

Question

My company waited until February to slap a commission plan in front of me that had the same unrealistic quota as last year.

don't believe me? 0% of reps even hit 50% of the annual target. LOL. They had relief last year but haven't hinted at any relief this year.

is this the most insulting thing that can happen as a sales rep? who can top this?

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Just in February eh?  Wait till they wait till May and up your quota by 20% when no one achieved the previous years quota.

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Actually yeah, it could be worse. Still sucks though.

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Well, things have happened later. Still sucks nonetheless.

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Staying and not getting your OTE or a guaranteed ramp is the worst thing a salesperson can do. The one caveat is a long sales cycle and cash coming in the next quarter.

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Highly insulting, yes!

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My quota doubled and variable stayed the same. I can maybe (big maybe) hit the target, but even if i do i still have a 50% decrease in earnings than last year

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I'm sorry it happened, but obviously they need to get that revenue from somewhere.

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Could have hit you with it in July :^)

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That’s sucks but you can only live with it for now unless changes are made

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Idk if it tops it, but i didn’t get a comp plan until august this last year

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this is just BS and a sign of bad leadership. I would try to negotiate or get the F out.

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Damn thats brutal, plus I assume you are already have meetings on why you were behind in January when know one knew the goal

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could be worse, many don't have their jobs anymore. Doesn't change it sucking though

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Who can top this?

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