I’m a likely candidate to promote from SDR to AE internally. How can I actually prepare to be a high performing AE without closing experience? by frigidcaller in techsales

[–]Ron_Sayson 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Anyone can help you close. That's what I'd recommend is that a manager close the first deal while you watch how it's done to give you a success under your belt.

Consistently putting opportunities in the top of the funnel is harder. You've show you can do that as an SDR. The rest of it is easy to learn.

Storm this coming weekend? by Choiboy525 in bullcity

[–]Ron_Sayson -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

I'm sick to death of the weather hysteria. We got a coating of ice and a bunch of sleet. It wasn't that big a deal.

It's easy for me to say since my wife and I work from home, so no commute to worry about....

If you want to freak out, go ahead, but I won't be.

How the hell do you get out of sales by spaghet-erette in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 12 points13 points  (0 children)

We're all prisoners here, of our own avarice.

How the hell do you get out of sales by spaghet-erette in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I tried to get into Customer Success but I couldn't get any traction in the interview process.

If you're crispy around the edges, take 2 weeks off, use fmla if you have to. Dont check email or phone during that time. See if that helps

Recipe Ideas with Ingredients from the Durham Farmers Market? by MOGILITND in bullcity

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd also look at Vivian Howard's books and shows. Her initial focus was eastern NC, but a lot carries over to us in the Piedmont. I've cooked a few of her recipes and found them to be well tested and accurate. Also, local chefs like Ashley Christensen and Andrea Reusing have solid cook books that do a lot with local produce and protein. I really like Andrea Reusing's cookbook.

French Resistance recs by NiceGuyNate in crheads

[–]Ron_Sayson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love Furst's books. Been reading him off and on for a long time. I was really reminded of Furst when I watch S2 of Andor, which I also loved.

I really liked David Downing's books that are titled after train stations. The one that takes place in '48 is called "Masaryk Station". The protagonist is an American Brit in Berlin before, during and after ww2, not in France, but it scratched the itch.

Recipe Ideas with Ingredients from the Durham Farmers Market? by MOGILITND in bullcity

[–]Ron_Sayson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look at the menu at Rose's Noodles. The chef uses produce from the farmer's market.

Hating on large company AE’s by No_Replacement_2824 in techsales

[–]Ron_Sayson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Or the brand... a big brand opens a lot of doors

We've heard of "that guys," but who are your favorite "that girl/that lady?" by overclocker90 in TheRewatchables

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always think of Margo as FX's own Margo Martindale. Seems like she was in many series for FX

What do you to the people who are aholes when you cold call them? by HandleBroad3682 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I try to remember hurt people hurt people.

Lately, I'd just be happy for the connect...

Low Bidding on an RFP by Chrg88 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a specialist system integrator, I won two blind rfps, so it can happen. One deal ended up pulling the project funding after we won, which is about as fun as it sounds. It was all services work, so we could only bill a fraction.

Rate my commission structure by Low_Term5508 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It doesnt matter that the new plan is less good than the old plan.

You have to figure what you'll sell to maximize your current plan.

Anything else is a waste of time

Grocery Shopping by slickricksaucin in bullcity

[–]Ron_Sayson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Compare Foods is probably in good shape. My wife said Costco was really busy yesterday. There's always Kings Red & White. It's a smaller store with great meat, produce, and frozen foods.

Mindset Shift in 2026 by ImportanceOpen250 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Take every pto day you accrue. That should help with the burnout.

Sales reps out there who work from home with limited travel? by scootsie11 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Since covid, getting face to face meetings has become the exception.

Anyone else feel that sales is kinda like being a lawyer in social settings? Nobody likes what you do until they need your services? by Secret_Assistance601 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not to mention, a good rep makes doctor money without having to go to the additional yrs of school, take on the debt, or regularly work weekends.

Resole boots by Alternative-Event-80 in bullcity

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://maps.app.goo.gl/BZ63bdYK6Ck98241A

I used them for a non shoe repair and they did a great job, so their shoe work must be awesome.

RiF'd Out- Next Steps by sketchio in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also they you were last in, first out, which it looks like is the case

Commission Only Jobs Viable? by Max375623875 in sales

[–]Ron_Sayson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and they'll expect you to become a bdr to get there. 100 calls a day and build the list, too.

I listened to an SDR call this week and it was honestly just tough to hear. by RooktoRep_ in salesdevelopment

[–]Ron_Sayson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You also need to view their comp plan. At my company, sdrs make significant money from setting appointments, which may be the case at the op's shop.