Highest Earning Potenial Sales Job

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Originally Posted by susana

I know a company that divided up their territories into New Business and Existing Business. New business get low base, high commissiona and Existing base get high base ($150,000), low commission. New biz reps make about 400 and existing make about 250.

Susan

Okay, I'll bite... what industry was this??

It was mentioned earlier in this thread that many people who make the serious cash invest there time and money into sales training, could someone please expand on this? I am being a rookie here but, after a successful year like a few that were mentioned what is left to learn?

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Originally Posted by klozer

Okay, I'll bite... what industry was this??

Aviation.

Also, to Money Maker,

Ongoing training isessential whether it's sales, marketing, internet marketing, etc.

There's always something to learn.

Susan

I don't know how I missed this thread but I have a few comments to make.

Pacificfame, it would be a phenomenal situation if, at this early stage in your life, you could BOTH:
1. identify what truly inspires you; and,
2. out-of-the-gates find a job which fulfills against that inspiration;

The truth is that when you start out, you're more likely to "take the job at-hand" versus start your dream career. This might be a function of the need for money or because there simply aren't a lot of good jobs available a that specific point in time.

So, here's what the grey hair says,
1. get enough education so that you're not "looking over your shoulder" whenever:
a) interviewing with a roomful of PhDs seeking a paycheque; and/or,
b) the economy hiccups and employers are looking to shed payroll;
2. seek an employer who offers good training with follow-up and mgmt commitment to the process (you can ask to meet with existing employees to inquire about the commitment to this topic and ensure that your questioning includes ongoing training);
3. throughout the interviewing process gain a strong understanding regarding the complete compensation program (when it's paid, how it's paid, is it uncapped ...write your questions down in advance);
4. when you've landed and the dust has settled, never say 'no' to a recruiter (assuming a minimum bar) and develop a relationship with your SM whereby you keep him in-the-loop should one such call turn interesting (a really good SM knows that most competitive interviews tend to drive up the value of staying put);
5. map your career path by determining what it is you'd like to do (this needn't been structured or formal but it should include broad topics such as, "national account sales", "marketing", "SM", etc.);

BTW - on the topic of "type of sales" in the B2B arena, beyond new business "hunters", there are serious income opportunities for the senior-type in managing relationships with flagship, national accounts. These tend to be with a high T.I. which includes a strong base. In this fashion, the non-selling tasks can be accommodated and remote business can be split to ensure local support.

I hope this helps.

Good luck & Good selling!
Pat

klozer;

I have already done that industry. Raising money, it has a tax write off angle and depending on state/country, other tax advantages.

Contact film companies and tell them you are a specialist at dealing with investors, do they need people to GET MONEY? They will be on you like flys on you know what!

I did not enjoy that expereince though. I prefer to do like FOLLOW UP, to provide people with things they NEED. None of us really need to invest in movie projects ... selling Toyotas may not get you hob-knobing with the wealthy but I can see why it is satisfying.

Another way to get involved - I did this too - volunteer to sell for a film festival. That will get you into some really neat parties. It won't make you money, as they are non profit, but it will satisfy your desire to be close to films. And it might lead to something fantastic through networking (I worked for the Toronto Film Festival).

To sell this kind of investing you need to be a member of exclusive yacht clubs and/or golf clubs. You need to run elbows with MONEY. The Chamber of Commerce just ain't going to get you there I am afraid!

Hey everybody just wondered, what would be an expected income from being a new car salesman, what is a realistic amount of cars to sell in a week and what is the normal percentage a salesman gets? What is the best way to get in this field?

Thanks everybody

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MoneyMaker	It was mentioned earlier in this thread that many people who make the serious cash invest there time and money into sales training, could someone please expand on this? I am being a rookie here but, after a successful year like a few that were mentioned what is left to learn?

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OUTSource Sales "Top Sales Expert"	Early "Choices" I don't know how I missed this thread but I have a few comments to make. Pacificfame, it would be a phenomenal situation if, at this early stage in your life, you could BOTH: 1. identify what truly inspires you; and, 2. out-of-the-gates find a job which fulfills against that inspiration; The truth is that when you start out, you're more likely to "take the job at-hand" versus start your dream career. This might be a function of the need for money or because there simply aren't a lot of good jobs available a that specific point in time. So, here's what the grey hair says, 1. get enough education so that you're not "looking over your shoulder" whenever: a) interviewing with a roomful of PhDs seeking a paycheque; and/or, b) the economy hiccups and employers are looking to shed payroll; 2. seek an employer who offers good training with follow-up and mgmt commitment to the process (you can ask to meet with existing employees to inquire about the commitment to this topic and ensure that your questioning includes ongoing training); 3. throughout the interviewing process gain a strong understanding regarding the complete compensation program (when it's paid, how it's paid, is it uncapped ...write your questions down in advance); 4. when you've landed and the dust has settled, never say 'no' to a recruiter (assuming a minimum bar) and develop a relationship with your SM whereby you keep him in-the-loop should one such call turn interesting (a really good SM knows that most competitive interviews tend to drive up the value of staying put); 5. map your career path by determining what it is you'd like to do (this needn't been structured or formal but it should include broad topics such as, "national account sales", "marketing", "SM", etc.); BTW - on the topic of "type of sales" in the B2B arena, beyond new business "hunters", there are serious income opportunities for the senior-type in managing relationships with flagship, national accounts. These tend to be with a high T.I. which includes a strong base. In this fashion, the non-selling tasks can be accommodated and remote business can be split to ensure local support. I hope this helps. Good luck & Good selling! Pat __________________ OUTSource Sales Consulting Visit us: www.OUTSource-sales.net

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Gold Calling "Top Sales Expert"	klozer; I have already done that industry. Raising money, it has a tax write off angle and depending on state/country, other tax advantages. Contact film companies and tell them you are a specialist at dealing with investors, do they need people to GET MONEY? They will be on you like flys on you know what! I did not enjoy that expereince though. I prefer to do like FOLLOW UP, to provide people with things they NEED. None of us really need to invest in movie projects ... selling Toyotas may not get you hob-knobing with the wealthy but I can see why it is satisfying. Another way to get involved - I did this too - volunteer to sell for a film festival. That will get you into some really neat parties. It won't make you money, as they are non profit, but it will satisfy your desire to be close to films. And it might lead to something fantastic through networking (I worked for the Toronto Film Festival). To sell this kind of investing you need to be a member of exclusive yacht clubs and/or golf clubs. You need to run elbows with MONEY. The Chamber of Commerce just ain't going to get you there I am afraid! __________________ Hunger for Profit System© want to make more commissions or more profit, then you need to stop wasting time now! http://hungerforprofit.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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MoneyMaker	Bringing This Thread Back Up Again Hey everybody just wondered, what would be an expected income from being a new car salesman, what is a realistic amount of cars to sell in a week and what is the normal percentage a salesman gets? What is the best way to get in this field? Thanks everybody

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