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Posted on 12/2/18 at 11:40 am
Posted by LSUShock
Kansas
Member since Jun 2014
4917 posts
Posted on 12/2/18 at 11:40 am
I'm taking my first job as an outside AE in a defined territory. Right out of college I worked as a business development rep for 2 years and supported 13 states. Pretty similar, but the quota didn't fall on me, I was just the foot solider generating business and leads and then handing it off before getting back on the road. I understand the grind of sales and how to talk to people, but curious to get some insight from those of you who have crafted a living in a remote sales environment.

What's your strategy for planning, time management, setting up appointments, etc? How did you handle first 90 days in a new territory? I'd love to hear what works for you, what you've picked up over the years, and what your strategy is. Any lessons a leader or manager told you that's always stuck? Any help for a green rep is much appreciated.


This post was edited on 12/2/18 at 11:42 am
Posted by nugget
Mostly Peaceful Poster
Member since Dec 2009
13815 posts
Posted on 12/2/18 at 6:14 pm to
This is so dependent on what field you're in and what you're doing, it's impossible, I believe, to give solid advice. I wish I'd have done a better due diligence on credit card and hotel rewards programs. Enjoy travelling the world on someone else's dime. I wish I'd have made the time to see and do more during my time. Find a way to relax and good luck.
Posted by Old Sarge
Dean of Admissions, LSU
Member since Jan 2012
55307 posts
Posted on 12/3/18 at 12:04 pm to
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How did you handle first 90 days in a new territory?



Cold call blitz for first 3-5 years
Posted by rilesrick
Member since Mar 2015
6704 posts
Posted on 12/3/18 at 9:02 pm to
Not knowing your field limits the responses . But learning to find the decision maker at all potential customers will save you a lot of time. Pitching to lowly associates is road to nowhere. Also need to learn the importance of following up in a timely manor and subtly demanding feedback good are bad from pitchees. If you don’t get the business you need to know why and report those facts to your supervisor. If applicable urge customers to let you make enduser calls w salespeople. Also if applicable make said end users call yourself very possible chance you get. Pull through business will put you in a better light w customers. Finally your best way to grow your business is to sell your customer more items. Don’t be satisfied with your current success at any one place always look to get more from current clientele.Lastly try and not be the guy brininging donuts and such to
every call . Good Luck
Posted by nugget
Mostly Peaceful Poster
Member since Dec 2009
13815 posts
Posted on 12/4/18 at 9:41 am to
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Lastly try and not be the guy brininging donuts and such to every call .

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