The Untold Truth About Working In Sales (My Experience)

[@minnesotajack1]

People’s perception of sales is in a room wearing a suit with a power point presentation. What you don’t see is the 80 calls you made and the 10 appointments you scheduled to get into that room with that client.

[@freshswagga100]

Im pretty sure most see salespeople as going door to door or telemarketing getting you to buy something you would never think to purchase

[@stephaniem895]

People also don’t realize that consultants, attorneys, professional speakers are also sales professionals. I am a professional speaker and leadership/team development coach..... I prospect every single day, every where I go. 80% of owning a business is sales and marketing.

[@freshswagga100]

@@stephaniem895 calling professional speakers and attorneys the same as salespeople is kind of insulting. Dont let them hear u say that

[@stephaniem895]

Kung-Fu Kenny i am a professional speaker and consultant..... also have family members that are corporate attorneys.... all are responsible for bringing in clients and building a book of business. Business development is a huge part of many executives responsibility as well. There are many ways to sell. It happens all the time in many professions. It’s not just the salesy used car sterotype. Leadership development experts like John Maxwell all built their brand by selling.

[@lamzy3773]

@@stephaniem895 brilliant and insightful comment. People really don't really know what sales is all about!

[@johnreid4370]

I have been at the sales game for over 30 years. You nailed it. What we do may look like a mystery to others but when its in your blood, it is not work. You said it best, we solve problems.

[@davejohnson4311]

I just started a random part time job at gnc about a month ago. I’ve made the most sales in the first month anyones ever seen. I’m not even gettin compensated for it, but it’s so rewarding and I’m falling in love with it. Im in college, should I continue or just go after it? And what particular job markets in sales should I look for

[@Henry-rh6gz]

@@davejohnson4311 any tips on improving in sales ?

[@davejohnson4311]

@@Henry-rh6gz be confident in your pitch, when they object… I use AIM, acknowledge, inform , move on. Also learn your product , more of an expert you are the better you’ll sell that product

[@JasminaIlnitskaya]

@@davejohnson4311 if you dont mind me asking what type of sales are you in? Im trying to get in and debating my options rn.

[@debskoog4708]

@@davejohnson4311look at being a product rep. That’s what I did. From retail to working for one of our vendors. Sales is just helping people and solving problems. Don’t get too attached to jobs unless you are really taken care of. Best of luck!

[@ak-rx1id]

Sales is the backbone of any company, be a proud sales executive because its an evergreen job..!!

[@SlickRick135]

I’ve been in sales 26 years and this is definitely still true til this day however I would give you some advice that I wish someone would of gave me when I was younger. You can’t keep up this forever, going to bed late waking up at 4:30am, on your laptop at home at night working late. You literally have a poor work/life balance I mean if you do the math you’re really putting in 10-14 hour work days. You can keep it up for a while but once you get married and have a family it’s a different ballgame. My advice would be to have fun and do the sales thing for a while but don’t stay in it too long, pivot into a different role in order to keep yourself fresh and avoid the “salesman label”. If you do it for too long it will be difficult to change roles in the later part of your career because you’re just a “salesman”.

[@rarkei_]

Thanks for the info.

[@jiss2890]

I would say, that's very true!

[@arthantarpujari6669]

I respect salesmen like u

[@MrDcollins444]

Can you give examples of different roles? I'm graduating in 2 years with a B.S. in Economics, and a minor in Finance. I know I don't want to be in sales; what other roles could I pursue in the finance industry?

[@anushkaranjha5542]

Sales professionals who excel in the role often times retire early or transition into more of a managerial/presales/sales support role after working in it for a while. It's a young man's ball game with a lot of upside.

[@confusedChicken]

I have huge respect for people in the sales and marketing department in my company. They have to get creative and being tactical on how to being liked by the client. It's not like you make the pitch and you are done.

[@laurendeboeck5721]

True to some extend, a good sales does not pitch but targets his prospects before even pitching. Make the trust process smooth in. afterwards they pitch with the only language any customer knows. help me to help you. My product takes care of your sleepless nights.

[@jamesmurrii9868]

Bill gates?

[@CycleBreakersCommunity]

Sales pitches don’t work. I’m one of the top sellers on my team and I never use a pitch.

[@SeansModelBuilds]

I was not a salesman but worked in an Inbound Call Center where we had to sell Service Solutions to the customer. What I did is found out which service solution would help lower their bill: like the $5 100 text message package. This was back in 2005 to 2007 They always asked if it would help me and they wouldn't buy it unless it did. So I never had to push them.

[@rippedup4546]

I respectfully disagree.

[@julianne7750]

Anybody can be a salesman, but not everyone can be a successful salesman. You have something special about you travis. Run with it

[@tihomirtodorov7201]

I'd say another thing that I enjoy while being in sales is the abilities and skills that you acquire to sell anything and everything including your kids on whatever you want them to do.... Or at work. Also the smile and pride you take with you when you go home after a big sale.... Man, it's the best thing ever. And not to forget you get to dress as a million bucks every day... I love sales!

[@lamzy3773]

On point. Its more than a job. Literally every entrepreneur had to learn this skill to be a success at every point in their life. Spot on!

[@chandraburgess2620]

My dad was a salesman, who could sell you a pile of sand, he was that good! He worked hard, 5 children but that also made him a good father! There are disappointments but there are twice as many rewards and at the end of the day, you can go home and know that you did a great job! That is what really matters. Love the video and lots of love to you!

[@kaylawallin6334]

I just started in sales(insurance agent) 1 week ago. Working commission only everyday only to make NOTHING is VERY frustrating. On top of that I’m facing eviction soon. But at the same time I love it. The possibility that I just might make a sale that day. The possibility that I will one day be financially stable for not just myself,but for my family keeps me motivated. A part of me wants to quit and get a paid salary job, but I just can’t. I worked for about 9 hours today and made nothing. But I’m not even upset, because every day I learning something new. To learn something new is so so rewarding. Commission only is tough, but seeing my colleagues making a lot of money doing it really motivates me to do and be better, because I know that one day that’ll be me.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

With that attitude you’re going to do just fine 😄

[@darkknight17]

Hey there, just read your comment from a year ago. How are you getting on? Hope life's been kind. Update us on how you are doing. 🙂👍🏼🙏

[@AS-ev5lp]

Thing is, if there’s days you don’t get paid then u have to double your sales the next day which is gonna be difficult. Most comm only sales job don’t believe in the product themselves so best to get day job

[@APX-iq2ce]

Aman

[@alek8210]

Give us an update did you make it

[@BobsBurgersX]

I used to work sales but I couldn’t handle the deadlines and the pressure so props to you man for handling up and gettin it. One of your best videos so far

[@XxSNEAKYBEAVERxX]

what did you transition into

[@23youtubby]

^

[@re8746]

I have been in outside sales for twenty five years (53). I am so burned out with the crm, the increased targets, the commission plan that changes annually. I have made good money mind you doing this. But now that I am in my 50's, I just want a job where I can go to work, interact with people and at 4 pm, I am done. I do not have to worry about work. I have accepted an inside counter sales position with a supply house and love it. I make about $20k less per year, but my finances are in order. And again, when I leave the office, I don't think about work.

[@arturosalinas6603]

I have been in sales for 3 years now. Transitioned from selling printers B2B to being a consultant. It is crazy how much I have learned. Now, I am an Account Executive with Spectrum Business. Keep up the good work Travis!

[@insolaceinsolace8868]

heyy im actually debating if should transition to AE role im a BDR right now. whats the difference in the amount of calls u take? i know AE usually seal with existing customers and try to retain and upsell? also i know it depends but whats average salary of AE, bdr is around 40-45 before commission

[@arturosalinas6603]

@@insolaceinsolace8868 crazy how time change everything.... I was an AE for a year and recently took on a BDR role....I take less calls for sure....AE make more money though but now I have more leisure time as a BDR so its up to you brother

[@insolaceinsolace8868]

@@arturosalinas6603 AE make more calls really? i thought my job as a BDR i make calls back to back like 35-50 a day. how much more did your AE role pay or if u dont mind how much does AE actualy pay (ballpark) 55? and do u get commission?

[@arturosalinas6603]

@@insolaceinsolace8868 AE makes more calls as in cold calls....BDR makes calls but are warmer and easier cause they know you....I send emails and do calls a good mix for sure... It was salary and commission...I ended up making more as an AE but not as much. My BDR salary is high but no commission

[@nondenompapi]

Would you happen to be talking about Spectrum cable and internet? I recently applied and they want to interview me. How’d you like working there? Did you start off as a DSR? What’s the warning potential like?

[@christinmogese955]

sales is soooo hard in my opinion and rude clients really do affect your vibe when you approach the next client. I've been working as a sales consultant for a cross selling already existing customers and I still find it hard, can't even imagine what cold calling would be like. I think about quitting at least 6 times a day lol But It taught me how to deal with rejection and still remain positive.

[@sayedabdurrehman9039]

Same here

[@johnnyloveee]

I love rude clients, favorite part of my day.

[@tanujsharma478]

I did this internship that made me do 50 cold calls everyday and I still couldn't get paid because the targets were almost impossible. When we stopped working, the boss used to shout at us. Man, if you want your employees to work hard, atleast pay them enough.

[@ProfanityMan420]

@@johnnyloveee ok what are you smoking because I remain to have no answers how this is possible

[@Jeremiah.k]

@@ProfanityMan420 cus it adds a little spice

[@sammijchin]

Definitely nice production on this video! My job is very “blue collar” so it’s cool to see how other people in other careers function day to day. But also it’s crazy to think about how no matter how different our jobs are, we’re brought together through KZbin and mutual interests and lifestyle. That is pretty awesome 😊

[@chuckmaddison2924]

I'm also blue collar but the company I work for see's us as the cowboy with a lasso to rope the steer and make it ( customer) bleed money.

[@Outspokentiger007]

​@@chuckmaddison2924same dude .

[@taherjam369]

❤good

[@johndavis7257]

I have some friends that are in sales and they do work really hard. Especially if the product is disruptive so the people your selling too are already sceptical. It's definitely a job I wouldn't want. I'll stick to keeping the computers running. Glad you're loving it! Keep Killin it!

[@adventurouslifeofmindy]

Dude this is so accurate. The sales game is so fun but so exhausting.

[@fadidabban]

Don’t know bout you, but the fun part is when the funnel starts taking place and you see it happen. It is one of the most remarkable things I have ever seen.

[@BrianBloop]

Fun? How? Maybe I'm just super different..I just started a job in sales and I've never hated anything more. I hate bugging ppl n its soul crushing being cussed out n rejected

[@4ourty5ive]

@@BrianBloop No's just mean that you learned, sales is great. It's just not for everyone - he does mention that part. Do take care of yourself, friends family and customers what EVER you end up doing in life though

[@artbythealbums29]

fun is not the word i'd use

[@justincox1050]

Everything worth it is exhausting. Lame excuse to carry in life

[@ritzyllama]

if you dont believe in what your selling or cant get excited about what you do youre bound to fail...

[@arshie26]

Sales is probably one of the most impactful jobs that I've seen. You single-handedly keep a business alive with every deal you close. It's also brutal. You have to keep facing rejection, brush it off, and get back up, all in a marketplace that is evolving at the speed of light. Props to you for texting your girlfriend every day for 1 year. I've made a commitment to improving my communication skills (sales, marketing, negotiation, management, etc) at least for this year, if not for the next few years, because of how important it is to business. How do you stay so persistent through the grind?

[@unknown-kn4uf]

This is so depressing to watch 😅 now I don't want to go to sales.

[@ericsandoval2683]

What about this doesn't want to make you work in sales?

[@misterkristofer7344]

You say that until that first commission check hits

[@YisraelPrince]

@@misterkristofer7344 nah sales sucks

[@misterkristofer7344]

@@YisraelPrince it really isn't. Once you break out of the entry level stuff it's really fun. If it's the kind of lifestyle you want.

[@foxhound4911]

I am in the sales department but my college degree is in marketing, I've been working for 2 years I've made only millions of sales selling engineering software. For me, sales are all about charisma, magnetism, and persuasion but for me, I've done it the introverted way and lowkey way that is why I survive my last year's goal. this 2nd half I can't keep up with the changes and the deadline, and my boss told me about my performance and that there will be reorganization due to underperformance this 2nd half, the company will lay off an underperforming employee and I am in the candidate. and right now I am making my resignation letter what I realized. not all people like this guy on youtube. I thought sales is in my blood but I am nervous as heck and have social anxiety. I don't have a strong personality like an alpha male vibe.

[@SeanAntoine]

How you doing now, a year later or so, if you can give an update.

[@foxhound4911]

@@SeanAntoine i am working right now as a marketing associate. focusing on handling social media accounts. it works well for me but not for long time i am aiming t become freelance. i am tired in the rat race. i am struggling and learning to understand the game of life.

[@narguijo769]

I’ve owned my own business for the past 12 years. It all went down in flames due to a divorce. I’m in debt and am struggling more than I ever have in my life. Owning a successful business for so long, you feel like you’re qualified to do so much, until you keep getting those emails that say “you were not selected for this role”. A few sales positions are what I seem to be qualified for… I’ve accepted some interviews and will be visiting with potential employers this week. I sure hope I can do it like all of you.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

You definitely can!

[@nathanblake5335]

Hey Nicholas, I’m interested in knowing how you got on with the interviews? Hope all is well.

[@hulksmash800]

I’m new to sales I’m 22 and finding it challenging but trying my best with it. It’s my first job out of uni I’m selling video production so it’s hard to sell. But I will keep grinding!

[@knightcrawler1999]

22, first job out of uni as well. Keep grinding we got this

[@CopticcTrades]

How is it man

[@Tommy-su9tb]

Did you guys have prior internships when applying to sales jobs?

[@alycebagnath464]

I'm in my first sales job too! It's a challenge but every day is a new day to learn, grow, be persistent yet patient & achieve new goals ✨️

[@0s0sXD]

This video was good until you "texted a girl *every day* for a *year* until you get her to meet up with you " Like where do I fucking start with this.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

My guess is that you’ve never succeeded at anything in your life so please don’t comment at all lol

[@0s0sXD]

lol what ever dude.

[@Projectdarksource]

I have to agree that's not exactly high value play to text a girl for a year straight, just to date her. Unless there's more to the story your not letting us know about.

[@jaco9286]

@@Projectdarksource I think the point he is making is persistence pays. If you aren't actively going after your dream. What are you even doing?

[@Projectdarksource]

@@jaco9286 persistence is good for certain things not everything, though constantly going after a chick doesn't sound like a good value to me, if anything sounds like dude didnt get the hint, to me if a girl says No, it means No, I just move on to someone else.

[@dieperfektemakaroni1528]

What I really enjoy about sales is that it's self driven. You take total responsibility for your outcome. You strategize, optimize and execute

[@Bella-Mae0422]

I really enjoyed your video. The way you explained everything, and your positive energy and how goal oriented you came off. I was a market representative for 2 weeks but I realized it just wasn't for me. We have to be exactly like the way you described and I just didn't have it in me. I'm more shy, and sensitive to rejection and rude customers and suffer with social anxiety and top it all off I'm pregnant so it made it so much more stressful for me. I realized I couldn't be what the company wanted me to be so I walked away, no hard feelings. My fiance does it and he's great at it! He's a natural. It's a great job, and the pay is rewarding it just wasn't for me. But I'll eventually find my calling. I have nothing but respect for you guys now bc I see what you do and what you go through from your perspective now! It really does take a person with a strong mind and a willpower to keep striving. Thank you and take care, Sir!

[@BusinessAndFitness]

❤️❤️❤️

[@mauricecooper9763]

You make working in sales look fun! And the editing is top-notch!👍👍

[@830Video]

Maurice Cooper thank you man! This was one of my favorites

[@PhillipLHodgeIII]

Maurice Cooper Yea I was finna say the same thing. The editing is like Movie Production type💯💯that’s why I love watching his videos cuz it’s not filler like other Fitness KZbinrs. He gives advice that actually can help in the Real world or Corporate Environment. Keep up the hard work Travis💯💯

[@emilytaylor3806]

agree!! great video travis!

[@vid_sh_itsme4340]

Don't be deceived dude

[@maxmathews10]

Hey Travis. Your sales vids helped inspire me to get into sales. It was especially motivating that you initially started out doing something else and then switched over. I actually just got my first sales job this week and I’m stoked about it. Thanks a lot!

[@JOKER71791]

How is it a year later

[@WalterBrooks-x5i]

hows it going? driving a lambo and have babes in dubai ??

[@Edogaadesu]

Thank you for sharing your experience working in sales so far. I'm considering pursuing a career in sales at the moment because I feel like I'd enjoy socializing with people constantly. This video gave me valuable information into learning what it's like to work as a salesperson such as yourself.

[@TheSaabi]

This description is raw and the absolute truth to its core! There is no mediocrity in the world of sales. There are only 2 spectrums; the best or worst job in the 🌎 depending on the day!

[@robinholweger4266]

I appreciate this video post. I am a high school marketing/sales instructor and am putting online lessons together due to Covid-19 and school closures. This video complemented our Managing Your Time and Territory chapter lesson very well. Thanks for being our KZbin guest speaker for this chapter:) Best wishes to you.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Wow thank you for including me! Please let me know if there’s any way I can help :)

[@CassieTranthesuperfitbabe]

I’m very unknowledgeable about the world of sales, but it seems like a really daunting and challenging career to take on! I’m not going to lie-I don’t think I’d desire something so stressful, so serious serious SERIOUS props to you for sharing your experience!

[@zschambill]

To me it only get interesting if you’re interested in the product you’re selling. I’m working for a reputable company but I don’t really have a feel for the product we’re selling. Also, because of the nature of the product, we are heavily focused on homogeneous B2B clients, which means 2 things, one, the work got pretty boring after a while, two, I acquire few transferrable skills that would help me advance in my career in the future. The excitement wore out quickly after I joined. I’m planning to move on to the next job but I need to at least have some “milestones” to write on my resume with this job. I’m hanging on and feel really exhausted everyday.

[@emilys9976]

im 19 and have been working in the chemical sales industry for almost a year. i do cold call. it's really hard at times emotionally and can be really exhausting. it can be really really competitive but i work with an amazing group of women and we all support each other, and i've made a lot of money... more than any other job would pay me at 18 with no experience. :) sales isn't for everybody. my favorite part is training and encouraging other sales reps and seeing their confidence grow.. and they pay of course. you've got to be just a little bit crazy to be a good salesperson i think, and be ready to develop some thick skin! I love my job

[@TheOrbPonderer-7]

I'm 18 and currently intrigued by sales. Are you against the idea of chatting 1 on 1?

[@billybluess]

@@TheOrbPonderer-7what’s your IG

[@elchapo8494]

Did you have to graduate to get in

[@kynchan3332]

Sales is definitely the most important role in any business. Ultimately, you understand people and that is the most powerful thing. Imagine being dropped into any situation with people and being able to transact. Those skills are ones that will set you up for life, with other people's products or your own. It is quite normal to come across to some people as arrogant but you need to always have that energy, be positive to go from one call/appointment to another and stay in agreement. The qualities to do that are quite rare.

[@hudeifadahir9043]

Very true

[@lamzy3773]

Best comment here!!!

[@dreariersolid6913]

I work in mobile sales to get people to join plans, and it’s fun but also exhausting when you’re stuck at the same boot for an hour with the same customer, then not knowing what to do so having your manager do everything for you, trying my hardest though!

[@dubaitamilthozhan]

I'm into sales ... From my experience sales job depends on what he/she sale and geographic as well.. some time i feel very bad when people rejecting me .. every day is a new job in sales...

[@kileymorgan5882]

I’m in sales and this is all so true!!! I’m in coffee sales so like you, I always have to be up and out the door super early. It definitely takes someone whose disciplined to do a good job in sales because your schedule can be flexible in your favor. They don’t tell you you’re pretty much always working! For me, my next career move will definitely NOT be in sales but I think it’s SO important to develop those skills and experience a job like that! I’m glad to see you’re enjoying the sales life !! Good luck!!!

[@frankiegunnz8066]

What's your next career move?

[@dunggabox5378]

Kiley Schranze same here. I am also sales person for indian pharmaceutical here in India . Couple of years experience in this field will teach so much for rest of life .I am planning to chnage change my job from sales to office job. I don't get Time to spend with my dear ones .

[@kileymorgan5882]

Frankie Gunnz omg LOL sorry I just saw this! I’m currently working for a different food/beverage company in marketing. I love my job so much now !!!

[@kileymorgan5882]

Dungga box that’s how I felt! On the 20th will be my 1 year anniversary at my new marketing job. I love it! I’m so much happier now but feel like my last job gave me so many tools that I now use in my life and current job!! Sales is great for learning and really developing. I think it’s so important but only a select few really enjoy it! And I admire anyone who does!! It’s tough!!! Good luck to you!

[@deborahbarnes8377]

I find that clients are mostly ok. My issue is with employers who do everything they can to prvent thier staff from earning commission. Greedy employers want you to work hard devote yourself to them, but they dont want to pay out.

[@onyinyestella2674]

I work in sales, it's quite challenging. One thing keep me going. And that is my commission I have apart from my salary. But am thinking of having more knowledge on this filed for a better job and pay. Nice video

[@hanselfisiihoi6293]

Thanks, I've been in the business for over 10 years and yeah it gets hectic and time consuming. Many of my former colleagues have started their own thing, others progressed and hit the big time. Videos like this is a reflection of my life.

[@lu881]

I'm watching this video, right after someone cussed me off, and blocked me.

[@joshcytvc1029]

You know i worked in sales for a company it was from 8am - 8pm. it was great and your right it didnt require much skill if any but just repetition. Recently i departed from the company and decided to start my own and work independantly. My goal is to get my self disiplined like how i was when i worked for that company.

[@SeanAntoine]

2 years passed, how has life been now on the journey?

[@Cammisuli1]

Very accurate portrayal of sales. It's freekin' hard! I find that the hardest part is managing your emotions. When the phone is ringing, I'm in my happy place. When it's not, my inner critic starts chirping at me about how I'm in the wrong career. It's a constant battle! Just showing up at an office and having the boss give you work to do sounds so appealing sometimes. Being in charge of your own success is exciting but also incredibly mentally challenging.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

So true

[@yassinbarzizoui2173]

I work in sales too, and I have to say that I wholly agree with what you have described in your video. Work never stops, even outside of the office and time off with family burns faster than a candle. Yet, I am proud of myself to be doing something that I always was afraid off until I tried it, it proved to me that I had a hidden potential that had to surface. For someone who passes 100 per cent of their time cold-calling and call emailing, I find it exrtemely rewarding when I convince prospect to hear what I have to offer and test out the waters and see how I can help them solve problems. Most rewarding part of the journey, is when a prospect says " You are doing a great job ! let's connect tomorrow"

[@elcapitan6126]

would you recommend it for someone who has up til now done far more analytical technical work (e.g. software engineering) but wants to try something (seemingly?) on the other end of the spectrum?

[@yassinbarzizoui2173]

@@elcapitan6126 First, I would like to apologize for my late response, I rarely have time to check. To answer your questions, kinda outside of the box, if that person feel like they are wanting this, and they are willing for a change, shift in carrier, and they have grounds for it, then yes, I would recomend, it is indeed extremely rewarding, although it is just not for everyone. How to know? one should ask themselves why am I doing this, can I do this? and most importantly, what is my objective behind the shift. If they have got all the answers and they are solid, then go for it !

[@ahliaalsulaiti8836]

So inspiring, Travis! I always look up to you man. I'm pursuing a communications degree, something that would most probably land me a desk job. Your ideals really makes me have a new perspective about career and life. Actually I think that sales is a challenging but a rewarding career and I think I might consider this field! All love, man! you're great, as always :)

[@JdubyaDenver]

Thanks Travis Been in the Sales environment for many years but not as a commissioned seller - my end was support. But I've always been told I have the skills and talents to make a good salesman. The amount of time and dedication is very high. You sound like you have a lot of energy -and you are late 20's. Appreciate the day-in-the-life perspective. And I agree - GREAT video quality!

[@leofrancismendoza3037]

So true. This video needs to be shared to all aspiring salesman.

[@rmm8171]

Sales is not for everyone but i love it. with commission you have the chance to make 1k + a week maybe even more. you can grow very easily and as long as youre tough and dont take anything personal door slams in your face and rude customers are just a learning experience. If you want to make great money and have fun i highly recommend sales!

[@mikozuna]

Thumbs up.. but by FAR not the best video on the channel! There's different sales.. are you selling something someone doesn't really need? Selling something that revolutionizes an industry or field? Selling something that saves someones company substantial money? Or selling the next new thing? All of those factors go into how a salesperson is recieved. Take you and PES. A product that's over saturated in the market, however, your genuine appeal, passion, excitement, and honesty, mixed with saving the consumer 30%, and the products revolutionary good taste, all combined into your success. If you legitimately have those same views about what your selling now. You'll be a success.. if not people will see through it. A quote I always held on to from my days in sales: "If you want to increase your rate of success, double your rate of failure" -Thomas Watson

[@830Video]

Michael J. Schaefer humbled 🙏🏻

[@fatcrap12]

Great video Travis. As someone who recently did a career shift into sells it’s always nice to hear other people’s opinions on the matter. I’d love to hear more from you on the topic and how your finding it ect in more detail. Much love x

[@shehanmoses8222]

Sales is the most unsecured and hardest career for the following reasons. 1- Sales is a number game, if you don't achieve your monthly sales Quotas or simply Targets you will be out in 2-3 months time, job hunting 2- How hard you work, efforts you make, how friendly or honest to your prospective clients are no use and in vain if you don't archive your sales targets. 3- Your Manager is your best buddy as long as you archive or exceed the monthly sales targets, if you under perform or don't archive sales targets, you will be treated like dirt by your manager. 4- Your Qualifications or Degree certificates are just a piece of paper in a sales careers, cos if you want to progress in your company (promotion) or secure your job, Sales performance is the main factor for consideration.

[@pensamithketya-4382]

Hmmmm, that is so legit

[@markgoldstein3323]

I'm making the same transition at this moment that you did! Ten years in Accounting and a CPA license, and now I'm getting into the Staffing & Recruitment game! Very informative video.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻 best of luck!

[@thegabbybshow]

Came across this video, I'm in a career transition from creative production to sales. Couldn't be more excited, but also nervous! This video helped a bunch. I can't wait to start my new job!

[@njain1985]

love your channel, message and videos, Travis. You rock mate. I’m a Solution Engineer Director by the way. Sales people are some of my fav individuals in the world. It’s due to the hard work and results your persona is able to generate. Looking forward to your next video.

[@hhhvvfegchhhjjjolluy]

I work in sales its the hardest thing I've ever done.. still working on my strategy

[@thepullupgod960]

That ring in the beginning Me: *instant anxiety*

[@ChristianCarranza754]

The Secret Life of Travis. Netflix series comin soon 😎

[@reyreyes5475]

Hey Im a union member and a 3 year long electrician straight outta high school I felt this was always the safe choice but realizing I don’t wanna regret not utilizing the skills I have and adapt to sales techniques I’m finally understanding the concept of gambling on YOURSELF and taking a chance while you still have it

[@MexicanHopper135]

Loved this!! You should do more videos like this!! I love hearing about what life after school is REALLY like.

[@mitch9758]

Travis, I work in sales a representative/ account manager and have been for more then 4 years of a industry I’ve been in for 15 year and I think you nailed it, outsiders see it as we drive around all day drinking office but though that happens is fair from the truth, with working no longer 9 - 5 but you work anytime as required for you work for your customers and not yourself

[@gavinnguyen2699]

Don’t you love the 24/7 aspect of a business function? The grind never stops. Though you never announced it but I know you have a lady. Can’t say I am not jealous but I am very happy for you!

[@Audiorevue]

So I'm a college dropout with 15 years working customer service and sales one of the largest bicycle stores in the state of Florida. For the last 5 years I got into sales with a alcohol distributor and I couldn't be happier. I wouldn't say I'm the best but I strive everyday and I succeed. At the end of the day I sort of feel like this is what I was born to do. I'm great with people and in my perspective is that this job requires you to be good with people and the better you are, the better you do.

[@y.yasemin]

0:38 yes I thought the same. But when I started waking up at 4:30 I realized that there is always someone who is awake. At the end we were 5 people awake.

[@elcapitan6126]

there's something cool about seeing a few other crazies hitting the gym so early. especially when those crazies are cute women 😍

[@russelllende1242]

Not a salesman but I do know that you get out what you put in and my hat is off to you because in order to succeed the grind never stops and well my man Travis it doesn’t seem like that word is in your vocabulary. Keep up the good work man.

[@kostasdockus9064]

It's 4:30 and I'm eating a burito watching this. Covid Lockdown did it's work :D

[@artico777]

I worked a sales job at 19 out of highschool selling frozen steaks out of a truck in Chicago in the winter, I learned so much, had bad days making no money and had awesome days making 500+ a day. If you are young and get in sales its a great learning experience. Now, in my mid twenties I'm working salary/hourly corporate jobs, and while the stability is nice, i miss that feeling of the next sale 😅

[@DrAdnan]

Do you lift lower body heavy in the morning? I’m always weaker then so I’m afraid of going heavy on deadlifts and squats.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Yes

[@KO-im6sm]

Sales is a grind. Half of your battle is people internally. You never get good training on your products. It’s trial and error, they change quotas, territory, many companies don’t let you vocalize your concerns. They try to keep sales people at bay. Internal processes have to be in place or this could handicap your sale. Make sure you believe in what you’re selling and that you have the support of upper management. It’s always good to work for a company that’s sales led, not marketing or operations led as they don’t always understand the needs of a sales person. Every companies job is to make sure your sales people are proficient and effective. Many sales guys ket thrown into management jobs and have no management skills. They may have been a good rep but can’t lead a team

[@brianacunningham11]

Texting a girl for a year to get her to hang out with him once was the best decision of his life? I think that's for foreshadowing that he has a lady 😍😀

[@gerryattrik4410]

Briana Gobel wow. Good work, captain obvious.

[@austinbok5161]

Haven’t been on KZbin in a while but a long time follower and this is my first comment on a video haha. Glad to see you’re enjoying the transition. This video summarized it perfectly. Sales runs the world. There’s a negative stigma to it but everyone sells in some form everyday even if it isn’t their job. I studied accounting in school when I realized a desk job wasn’t for me. Sales has been the best move of my life and everyone told me I was crazy for not going for a comfy base salary at a bank out of school(studied finance and insurance/risk mgmt). Now I control my schedule and what I do. The lows are low but the highs are so high and that’s part of the fun. Seeing the fruits of your labor is amazing. You never know how hard it is til you do it. End rant. Best of luck man!

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Thank you !

[@lamzy3773]

Another wonderful comment!

[@jeroen15metal]

I didn't even notice, but gratz on 100k.. I remember when u had like 3-4k :)

[@lfgpanthers5333]

I'm new to sales, I started as a rookie last year straight out of university, loving the fire and exhilaration but my God I go to sleep properly tired! You're the man Travis!

[@dinerosuave]

Lol I love those days like dang I feel I have my all but I know I can give more .

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Please give the video a like and leave your feedback down below!

[@SamGriffithsx]

Dam very nice

[@MattMacnamara]

I've been in sales for a few years and this video encapsulates the life of a salesperson. Killer content man.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Thank you sir

[@dylanalter1839]

I appreciate your enthusiasm dude, but that sounds like some terrible work/life balance.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Yup! But who are you to say what balance is for my life ? It will be different for everyone. Best of luck to you!

[@Projectdarksource]

@@BusinessAndFitness What are the work hours for a salesman? Does it differ from Company to company?

[@jamessako4783]

@@Projectdarksource yeah and it depends on what you’re selling, this guy totally took the generic “proud hardworking salesman” mantra and ran with it. At the end of the day sales is just a numbers game, more shots you take more shots you make. The people that can achieve consistent numbers in a decent livable time frame are the people that go far. I think the intentions were super solid I get what he’s saying like he does his research he is prepared for work the next day, success is always at the back of his mind... but it’s the people in sales that overwork themselves to death that don’t make it. Either figure out the number game or find a new career... in my opinion...

[@kara2162]

@@Projectdarksource I have some busy weeks where I put in 12 hr days (including drive time), but I typically work around 40 hrs a week. When I let off the gas and am relaxed and refreshed is when I've landed my best deals. When I push too hard I tend to hit a rut and it's very frustrating. I feel like my clients can feel when I'm desperate and tired. It doesn't work for me. I'm also a Mom and a wife and that helps me keep work in check big time.

[@ankitaayaan]

I am in sales and I love it! You may call me deceiving or greedy or intrusive but I am here to sell the product my company makes and that is why I earn commission as high as my 2 month salary. Who is laughing now?

[@sarahmiller2182]

I don't work in sales..... but I appreciate your passion and commitment :)

[@kevinnguyen9397]

I don't have experience in Sales, but I really do resonate with you on the concept of the grind. It's funny how the common thought is that if you want to get better at something, you have to have tunnel vision. Yet the contradictory thought is to have balance! Maybe its a hybrid between the two. Appreciate the content you put out to integrate both fitness and career into something that's sustainable!

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Appreciate you

[@user-dr2pg8fk2i]

If it takes a year of texting for a person to want to spend time with you, there is something significantly psychologically wrong with at least one of you.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Interesting point of view RJ. Now go find a job I’m tired of my tax dollars going to people like you who don’t contribute !

[@user-dr2pg8fk2i]

@@BusinessAndFitness Interesting assumption, based on what evidence exactly? Honestly the concern was more in your direction regarding the year long to meet issue.

[@212ccc7]

Travis S snarky & lame comeback

[@523101997]

@@BusinessAndFitness Wow what a shitty reply

[@MegaSilverscorpion]

It kind of confirmed what I always thought about being a salesman. The good ones don’t believe that they are deceptive at all, they believe in what they’re trying to sell is going to impact the other persons life. I wanted to get in the seals myself because I’ll tell you this. I used to work at Lowes out in the garden center. And do you know how hard it is to sell dirt? You’ve got to be able to convince the customer that it is what they need. You gotta be able to convince someone that they can’t just dig up some Carolina clay in their backyard put it in a pot and then put a plant in it and call it a day. It’s very hard to sell gravel. And I have learned the best ways to sell a product is to believe in the product. I would never try to sell anything to anyone that I hadn’t used myself.

[@jjbaransi7910]

I used to work for GNC as a salesperson, the only bad thing is when you’re actually aware of what supplement ingredients do, you know you’re not selling as high quality products as the almighty PEScience 😂

[@BusinessAndFitness]

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[@NS-kc8hb]

I have been thinking to go into sales for some time my background is from a completely different industry, but I want to show the hours of effort I can make will have a reward I feel sales is the only career choice that could give me that

[@freshswagga100]

I could never work sales. I would be forever depressed

[@elchapojr6219]

It’s not for everybody

[@Noah-vs3cf]

You already know Travis s and coffee ☕️. Literally the best way to start your day. Love your videos bro!

[@MrFastFarmer]

Yeap, you're a sales guy alright... I just watched 5 minutes and 11 seconds of pure spin... including you justify stalking a girl for an entire year.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

You mean my fiancé ?

[@mickey4326]

@@BusinessAndFitness lol good one

[@leticiagerardo9747]

He said “texted” not hiding between cars and bushes with binoculars. Funny.

[@cmaccarter93]

@@BusinessAndFitness Amazing! That was the cliffhanger of the story! How did you know she'd come around? Or did you just take a risk?

[@BusinessAndFitness]

@@cmaccarter93 haha it just took persistence and the right timing! We get married next august

[@simonellis7775]

The amount of senior people who have sat with me listening to calls who say I couldn't do what you do makes me laugh. The most poinent comment "You have to believe in what you sell " I have 3 product lines and I believe in 2 but know pressure coming to sell the one I don't so looks like a new role is required. Great video really honest.

[@dommidavros2211]

Ok well you're not "selling" this lifestyle to me!

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Don’t need to, it’s not for everyone

[@isaverajacqueline4471]

im fresh out of uni and just landed a job in chemical sales. no experience at all, so here i am researching everything about the job. honestly, it’s terrifying but im excited for the future!! thank u for the vid!

[@ShuvanshuJakhmola]

Is this same for account management? Is account management equally rewarding?

[@BusinessAndFitness]

I think so !

[@kara2162]

Sales reps and account managers are essentially the same job, different lingo.

[@ShuvanshuJakhmola]

@@kara2162 Any comments on peer role comparison on compensation? I heard that the sales reps at time makes more than the CEO, given the commission structures.

[@kara2162]

@@ShuvanshuJakhmola CEO for a big ten company? That is a huge a stretch, but salariés are obviously highly variable. To give you an idea- my husband is in risk management in banking and takes home twice as much as I do as an account manager/sales rep.

[@ShuvanshuJakhmola]

@@kara2162 It would really help if your could mentor me. How can I connect with you?

[@rodolfodelatorre-es5768]

I might go into sales soon! I was looking for inspirational videos and this popped up in the search results. Thanks for the in depth look bro!

[@devos3212]

I don’t work in salsa but damn that video was pretty sick man

[@devos3212]

Hahaha just saw this...I want chips and salsa now

[@Lazizbaldwin]

Sales is 24/7/365 but that’s why it pays what it pays. I have a love hate relationship with my job. At times the stress is overwhelming but when that paycheck comes in it’s all worth it

[@RatedMTech]

So you work all day, go home, keep working and then rise and repeat. Sounds like there is no work-life balance.

[@bashiiesibuyi6770]

I started working in Sales this month, and I see how hard it is and you always want to quit when things go bad

[@Firmly_grasp_it]

This editing though.....

[@baskorobonnie5745]

I'm new to sales. My really first job out uni. Sales looks terrifying for me. But, i wanna do it right, do it my best. Thanks for your video man. Love it !

[@_._omkar]

Sales is damn hard I mean hardest of hard very stress i worked for 2 month I got pstd

[@Dafuqbro69]

lol wtf

[@_._omkar]

@@Dafuqbro69 😜😜

[@estebanmeza9645]

I just can't with this job. it makes me want to vomit continously. I'm quitting on friday

[@dicksonedward8294]

I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life.because Bitcoin help me a lot to support my business I tried it and now my company is moving forward..successful people don't become that way overnight.what most people see at a glance-wealth,a great career,purpose- is the result of hard work and hustle over time.

[@compajoetrent6390]

Yeah! I agree with you sir.

[@Lucaslima-gn1kn]

If you want to be successful have the mindset of the rich, spend less and invest More. Don't give up your dreams.

[@shivayoosefishivay9151]

People come here with the aim of chasing money more than knowledge and that will damage your progress, trust me. Chase knowledge first and I promise! The money will follow you just like it's following some of us now.

[@roneldgeorge5412]

That's very correct sir!! And that is why most of them end up losing they money to scammers.

[@roneldgeorge5412]

Don't be in a haste to invest. Know what and who you are investing to and be sure that the person will deliver before investing.

[@morikanteyekeyeke6147]

Doing this for 20 years now. You are spot on.

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Thank you for watching

[@dot8531]

Is it worth it?