re: MBA Worth the Effort for Mid-30's Sales Career?

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It would be company paid for. I have a family and a 4th kid on the way, so if it's not a clear advantage I'm not sure it's worth the stress.

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If the company is paying for it, you can bet that there are going to be strings attached.

There may be some 'non-compete' clauses or you may have to pay back the money if you leave the company. Read the small print, several times and make sure you are clear on any and all stipulations.

Although there are no guarantees, does this company REQUIRE upper management to have an MBA?
Apparently they think enough of you to offer to pay for your schooling.

On the flip side, I know of several people who barely got out of high school who are in sales and are killing it every month, been doing it for years.

Also, I know of people who have BAs & MBAs who are severly underemployed.

In the end, will this MBA be worth it to you? It may, or may not, mean better money down the road. The MBA may, or may not, open doors to senior management positions.

You are in your mid-30s with a wife & children. Will it be worth it to you to get home at 10 or 11 PM most nights and be dog-tired with no time for you wife or little ones. They grow up fast. I don't know what kind of time track they offer but it could take 18 months to three years. IDK

I wish I could tell you what to do. Unfortunately, there are no clear cut answers and no easy choices.

Whatever path you chose, I wish you well.