Why Tech Sales Isn't For Everyone

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[@rohitpaniker8462]

That is the exact reason, it is not money but it feels strongly like a calling, I have spent 14 years in software engineering and now every time there's job change there's no excitement, handsome money but no excitement it almost feels like waiting for a natural career death. Tech sales feels like a calling, researched on it since few months. Considering all my friends and the friends I usually endup making are always from marketing/sales background none friends from software engineering field, clubbed with a very strong experience in tech domain, some entrepreneurial background, some experience in direct marketing sales and my love for socialising meeting people, now made the definite choice to do the transition, let's see how well it goes giving it a shot.

[@user-kf5wt3wk5m]

I'm just started getting into tech stales not because of money but the skills and work you do. I previously held software engineer title and was very introverted. I'm in the transitioning phase of finding something that excites me.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Nice, keep me posted as you get into it!

[@bernardocardoso1356]

Thank you so much for the honest assessment of tech sales. I've been watching you, along with Shane Hummus, and I was between this and digital marketing. I think I'll go to DM.

[@frostedfox8813]

just about to start my higher education(pre-u) and was looking around for some sort of path for my life when I came across a video talking about tech sales and was really interested by the general concept of being the middle man between businesses and problem solving. Ended up on your video after a couple others and what you said about this being a job for more competitive people really hit me 😁.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Let me know if you have any questions as you get into it!

[@pjayshah]

I am starting to see this job get a lot of attention this year. I found one of my community colleges offer a boot camp. No doubt this career is super hot. It reminds me of when schools started to offer computer certification programs like A+, Network +, CCNA, and MCSE. Then later Front End Development boot camps started being offered and in community colleges as well. I see another video talking about how all companies give equity as this is how it is different from other sales jobs. I will agree an offer of equity appears common , I am not thinking all companies offer it. It is nice you have videos like this that touch upon the realities of the job as well.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Glad you're getting a lot out of it! What does the community College course offer as the curriculum? I'd be curious to see how it compares to techsalesascension.com

[@osman2492]

I appreciate you for always putting out these amazing insightful content man. I was wondering if I should burn the boat for the next 3-5 yrs and see the fruits of my labor.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Thanks for watching!

[@The_Gr8Pre10der]

My back is against the wall right now. I have to give this a try

[@dalelong887]

Thank you for the helpful information. I am mid-30s, with an undergraduate degree that is unrelated to tech and 4-5 years of sales experience, not b2b cold calling sales experience though. I'm wondering if this kind of career is for me? If so, based on my experience what do you suggest I can do to maximize my chances of success in this field? Thanks!

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Definitely more than possible, I've worked with a lot of people in their 30s and 40s that switched in. It's really just a matter of conveying your experience in tech sales terms and showing you have a clear desire to transition into tech sales. It's a hot topic right now so a lot of people are just chasing the next thing. Take a look at more videos on the channel and keep me posted as you get into it. You can also check out the free lesson we have in the description of most videos. Keep me posted!

[@milliekimani7628]

Thanks a lot for this useful information. Would you happen to know whether these tech companies hire worldwide? I am Kenyan and would love to get enrolled in course career but before I do, I want to be sure about that so that I don’t end up losing my money

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Hey Millie, in almost all cases I have currently seen US based companies hire people in the US. There may be cases where global comapanies are looking to break into the African market. I've also seen a few folks based in Africa sell to the European market. That being said from my own experience I have never seen someone based in a different continent work for a US based role. I hope that helps and let me know if you have any questions!

[@JDMorris81]

You mentioned being more attracted to tech sales as an extrovert. Do you think an introvert would have a hard time in tech sales?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

No, many introverts are as or more successful than extroverts.

[@cecigalvis2108]

Hi Eric. I'm thinking about transitioning in to tech sales as a health care worker. I have 0 experience in sales. However I don't know if any of my skills with customer service (being a health care provider for 15 years) would count for this role. Any advice, any courses, education I should consider? . Thanks.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Those skills are a great foundation, often times healthcare/health tech companies would really like your background given you've been on the front lines and a potential user of many of the tools in the space. Bootcamp wise I recommend techsalesascension.com/. This was created by top performers in my network and also has live coaching and support from the course creators. Let me know if you have any questions!

[@cecigalvis2108]

@@techsales-higherlevels you give me some hope. Thanks for your reply

[@techsales-higherlevels]

@@cecigalvis2108 no doubt it takes work and a lot of trial and error to break in but absolutely possible. Let me know if you have any other questions

[@RyanDeSalvo]

Hey fellow healthcare worker, thanks for your post! & Eric this is bootcamp is compiling

[@mohamedabdi8022]

You sre a gem

[@CaptainAmerica-nj2sk]

I joined as an associate sales engineer analyst in India in DELL technology...what do you think my future looks like in a few years in terms of designation and salary? And any inputs you wanna share? I'd really appreciate it!!

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Not sure how it may differ from what it looks like in the US. Have you talked to colleagues about their path?

[@michaels8086]

Do you think some companies would be interested in someone with a significant Accounting background for a sales role?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Yes absolutely. Have a clearly articulated reason as to why you're making the change and leverage the fact that you've been involved in large purchasing decisions. Are you actively looking?

[@michaels8086]

@@techsales-higherlevels Not yet. Still need to do Course Careers or whoever I choose.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

@@michaels8086 sounds good. Let me know if you have questions. Our bootcamp as well as a course careers discount code is in the description pending the route you choose.

[@bradlyjacques5651]

Do you coach separately?

[@jamessmith-wp2dw]

Thank you for the insights, they are very helpful. I think I would like Tech sales. But there is one last thing I’m not sure about. And I’m wondering if you could answer it for me. I want a job that is 100% remote. And if I get all my work done (meet all my quotas), I want to be able to be done working. And not be tied to 40 hours a week. Would tech sales be a job where I could make that happen? A lot of people talk about sales as a good way to make more money. But can you be good at it and have more time instead? Thank you for your time!

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Really depends. Especially early on in your career you need to plan to work hard. Later on you can be more efficient and focus on higher ROI activities

[@huanli7968]

Could it be a career for a non-English native speaker? And I’m residing in Canada with a PR card, in which case, can I land a us-based job?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

I'm not sure on what US companies require, but I work with Canadians

[@kendalljiles6906]

Really enjoy all your videos

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Thanks Kendall!

[@kendalljiles6906]

@@techsales-higherlevels starting my journey into tech on 12/29 via course careers

[@earlj.d.6285]

🔥🔥🔥

[@loknathchakraborty4779]

Is it harder to get into tech sales with no sales experience and no experience working in the tech industry?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Yes but not impossible. What is your background?

[@morriseperez1901]

@@techsales-higherlevels I’m planning to transition into the sales tech industry coming from a blue collar job. I enjoy being face to face with people, talking a lot and challenging myself. I have the will and mindset to thrive, I understand that I have no sales experience so it won’t be easy. My question is what path would you recommend I start with, to get my foot in the door. Any notable, worthy boot camps? Or is college my safest bet. I’m 26 earning 70k+ as an electrician

[@techsales-higherlevels]

@@morriseperez1901 thanks for reaching out. I'm the co-creator of Tech Sales Ascension, you can see more here: techsalesascension.com/ Let me know if you have any questions related to the bootcamp or otherwise

[@Kent-gp6rs]

​@@techsales-higherlevelshow long is this book camp and does it guarantee a job ? For $300 what do you get

[@techsales-higherlevels]

@@Kent-gp6rs information is all their on the website techsalesascension.com. we do not guarantee a job

[@niharikapokle2697]

Hey, I don't have a tech background, but I love sales. I would like to explore Tech Sales opportunities. Do you think a tech background is a must to begin in this role?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

No, you don't have to have a technical background. What have you done so far?

[@niharikapokle2697]

@@techsales-higherlevels I did my bachelor's in accounting and finance, worked as tax analyst for KPMG. After that I did my master's in marketing, now working as an international sales executive for an organic raw material manufacturer and exporter.

[@saxenas]

are tech sales jobs commonly able to be remote at the entry level?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

It really depends, it seems like more companies are starting to prefer in person for entry level. Have you looked at any in particular?

[@saxenas]

@@techsales-higherlevels Yeah I've been applying to a lot of companies on the angellist website. All of them were remote.

[@isaiahj3968]

​@saxenas have you been able to get hired? How much are you making?

[@huanli7968]

Is it possible for a non-native speaker to pursue the career?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Yes if your English is good

[@huanli7968]

@@techsales-higherlevels I think it’s okay but still with an accent~

[@elsahill6480]

With all due respect, this is more of a "why I decided to get out of engineering and go into tech sales," then answering why tech sales isn't for everyone.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

What is your current career?

[@youtubecommenter1000]

Tech sales is definitely NOT for me & I’m ok with that!

[@isaiahj3968]

What did you dislike about tech sales?

[@andrewisaac6797]

@@isaiahj3968 talking to people

[@itsrelativ3967]

What man wants to come home to his wife or GF and say he didn't make any sales that day (and multiple days)?? Must be so soul sucking even though the income can be rewarding.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

?

[@ahmedmustafa9907]

Can you give me the course for free and after i get a job i give you the salary of first month nice deal for you and me 😂❤

[@techsales-higherlevels]

Hey Ahmed appreciate the support! As much as I'd love to we've worked really hard to price this fairly and avoid income sharing agreements as that would hurt you more financially in the long run. Completely understand if that's not an option for you at the moment. Happy to help with any questions you have, keep me posted as you look to break in!

[@techsales-higherlevels]

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[@techsales-higherlevels]

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[@Jordan-ln2ef]

I bet he's working 7 days a week with maybe 2-3 day's off a month.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

I work less in sales than I did in engineering

[@Jordan-ln2ef]

@@techsales-higherlevels you gave up an engineering carrier for a corporate snake pit? I mean, to each their own but I'd much rather work in SD or CS than this nonsense.

[@techsales-higherlevels]

@@Jordan-ln2ef to each their own, it was the best decision I ever made professionally

[@Jordan-ln2ef]

@@techsales-higherlevels what type of engineer did you used to be?

[@techsales-higherlevels]

@@Jordan-ln2ef electrical/telecom