u/strongerthenbefore20

• Background
• I have years of experience in customer service and sales, but no IT experience. I also have an AA degree in Liberal Arts.
• I want to apply for an Account Manager job at a local IT company, but I'm worried my lack of IT experience will hurt me. Based on this job description, what certifications could I earn to improve my chances?
• Duties & Responsibilities
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships
• Serve as the main point of contact for client inquiries and issues
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to client needs and objectives
• Identify opportunities to up-sell or cross-sell services to existing clients
• Conduct regular check-ins and follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction
• Provide clients with regular updates on new services or changes in the industry that may benefit them
• Troubleshoot and resolve client issues with the help of our technical team
• Gather client feedback and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services

• Background
• I have years of experience in customer service and sales, but no IT experience. I also have an AA degree in Liberal Arts.
• I want to apply for an Account Manager job at a local IT company, but I'm worried my lack of IT experience will hurt me. Based on this job description, what certifications could I earn to improve my chances?
• Duties & Responsibilities
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships
• Serve as the main point of contact for client inquiries and issues
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to client needs and objectives
• Identify opportunities to up-sell or cross-sell services to existing clients
• Conduct regular check-ins and follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction
• Provide clients with regular updates on new services or changes in the industry that may benefit them
• Troubleshoot and resolve client issues with the help of our technical team
• Gather client feedback and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services

* I’ve been working at an optical store for the past three years where I get paid $25/hr with 2% commission on whatever I sell, which usually comes out to a couple of extra hundred dollars a paycheck. My previous sales job was working at a mattress store where I made $13/hr with 2% commission.
* Although I want to get into a higher level of sales, I’m not sure where I should go, as I feel like I’m not really qualified or trained to sell anything that you can actually make good money at. I only have an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts.
* I’d like a sales job where I can realistically expect to make at least $75k to $100k first year, with the potential to earn more afterwards.
* I've applied to dozens of different jobs in various areas, such as HVAC, windows, roofing, tech, and miscellaneous retail locations, have had my resume redone multiple times to match the specific job I am applying for, reached out to hiring managers on LinkedIn, but nothing seems to make a difference. What else can I do?

• The company I'm interviewing with has over 500 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.9 stars. They do all of your standard exterior remodeling, such as roofs, windows, doors, etc.
• I would run 6-10 appointments a week with pre-qualified leads, with each appointment taking 1.5-2 hours. They use a one-call close method, and I was told to aim to close 30%-50% of my appointments, with the ultimate goal of selling at least $1 million in products during my 1st full year.
• They offer $24,000 a year in base pay, plus an additional 5% commission on any appointments I convert, which jumps to 10% if I make a sale on a lead I generated. They also offer gas reimbursement, two weeks of PTO, a 4% 401 (k) match, and 50% coverage of health and dental costs.

Questions

1. If my math is correct, I should expect to make at least $75,000 during my first full year if I hit all of my goals. Is this a realistic expectation? How likely would I be to break six figures?
2. Based on what they told me, I would be working around 20 hours a week. Does this seem realistic in your experience?

They’re not showing up where other people are saying they should be

• I work in a retail office setting, and there are plenty stretches where I won't see a customer, and I would like to use the downtime more productively.
• I would like exercises that can strengthen the muscles used for push ups and sit ups, so basically chest, triceps, anterior shoulders, and abs

• I just want to preface this by saying that I know I am in terrible shape and am looking to make some serious changes. Aside from taking walks every day, I don't do any kind of exercise.
• I am 6ft tall and currently weigh 230 pounds. I started taking Tirzepatide injections once a week last month, and I’ve lost 8 pounds so far.
• I’m interested in applying for a position for my county’s Sheriff’s Department, but I need to meet the fitness requirements to attend the academy. I tried a practice test on my own and found I couldn't meet most of the requirements.
• Specifically, I'm struggling with:
  1. Doing 30 sit-ups in a minute. I can only do 10
  2. Doing 23 push-ups. I can't do any
  3. Running 1.5 Miles in 17 minutes or less. I can't even run one full lap around the 400-meter track near where I live without feeling pain in both my knees and ankles.

• I had a phone interview today for an open outside sales position for an exterior remodeling company that focuses on roofs, gutters, windows, and siding. The company has over 500 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
• I have a Zoom interview Friday morning, and I was told that if the person I am going to be speaking with likes me, they will make me an offer once the interview is done.
• The Job
• "Run in-home appointments and educate homeowners on roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration services. Perform roof inspections and assess exterior property conditions. Work on both retail remodeling opportunities and insurance restoration projects. Build relationships with homeowners and deliver a strong customer experience throughout the sales process. Attend networking events, team meetings, and ongoing training sessions. Track leads, appointments, and customer interactions using company software systems".
• I would have an average of 6-10 appointments a week, while driving around 60-80 miles per day.
• They use a "one call close sales method"
• The average deal is apparently anywhere between $20k-$40k, with an average closing rate of 30-40%.
• Compensation and Benefits
• $24k base per year, with 5% commission on any closed deal.
• Apparently, an average salesperson should make over $100k, with the highest sellers making over $200k.
• $200-$800 in gas reimbursement a month.

• I had a phone interview today for an open outside sales position for an exterior remodeling company that focuses on roofs, gutters, windows, and siding. The company has over 500 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
• I have a Zoom interview Friday morning, and I was told that if the person I am going to be speaking with likes me, they will make me an offer once the interview is done.
• The Job
• "Run in-home appointments and educate homeowners on roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration services. Perform roof inspections and assess exterior property conditions. Work on both retail remodeling opportunities and insurance restoration projects. Build relationships with homeowners and deliver a strong customer experience throughout the sales process. Attend networking events, team meetings, and ongoing training sessions. Track leads, appointments, and customer interactions using company software systems".
• I would have an average of 6-10 appointments a week.
• I would be driving an average of 60-80 miles per day.
• They use a "one call close sales method"
• The average deal is apparently anywhere between $20k-$40k, with the average closing rate being 30-40%.
• Compensation and Benefits
• $24k base per year, with 5% commission on any closed deal.
• Apparently, an average salesperson should make over $100k, with the highest sellers making over $200k.
• $200-$800 in gas reimbursement a month.

• I had a phone interview today for an open outside sales position for an exterior remodeling company that focuses on roofs, gutters, windows, and siding. The company has over 500 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
• I have a Zoom interview Friday morning, and I was told that if the person I am going to be speaking with likes me, they will make me an offer once the interview is done.
• The Job
• "Run in-home appointments and educate homeowners on roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration services. Perform roof inspections and assess exterior property conditions. Work on both retail remodeling opportunities and insurance restoration projects. Build relationships with homeowners and deliver a strong customer experience throughout the sales process. Attend networking events, team meetings, and ongoing training sessions. Track leads, appointments, and customer interactions using company software systems".
• I would have an average of 6-10 appointments a week.
• I would be driving an average of 60-80 miles per day.
• They use a "one call close sales method"
• The average deal is apparently anywhere between $20k-$40k, with the average closing rate being 30-40%.
• Compensation and Benefits
• $24k base per year, with 5% commission on any closed deal.
• Apparently, an average salesperson should make over $100k, with the highest sellers making over $200k.
• $200-$800 in gas reimbursement a month.

• I recently decided to try to pursue a career in law enforcement, and I jumped the gun and applied to be a deputy sheriff for the county I live in.
• I passed the written exam and got invited to do an in-person interview in two weeks and take the physical test in three weeks.
• However, I greatly underestimated how out of shape I am, and after doing some practice exercises that mimic the standards I'll have to meet to pass the physical test, I am positive that there is no way I will be able to pass.
• I realize what a dumb mistake I made, and I've started really trying to get in better shape. While I have been making steady progress in terms of losing weight and exercising, I know I still have a ways to go before I reach the fitness level I'm shooting for.
• What should I do about my upcoming interview and physical test? Should I withdraw my application before both, or should I wait until after my interview? Does backing out now and reapplying later look better or worse than going and failing my physical?

• I recently decided to try to pursue a career in law enforcement, and I jumped the gun and applied to be a deputy sheriff for the county I live in.
• I passed the written exam and got invited to do an in-person interview in two weeks and take the physical test in three weeks.
• However, I greatly underestimated how out of shape I am, and after doing some practice exercises that mimic the standards I'll have to meet to pass the physical test, I am positive that there is no way I will be able to pass.
• I realize what a dumb mistake I made, and I've started really trying to get in better shape. While I have been making steady progress in terms of losing weight and exercising, I know I still have a ways to go before I reach the fitness level I'm shooting for.
• What should I do about my upcoming interview and physical test? Should I withdraw my application before both, or should I wait until after my interview? Does backing out now and reapplying later look better or worse than going and failing my physical?

• I recently decided to try to pursue a career in law enforcement, and I jumped the gun and applied to be a deputy sheriff for the county I live in.
• I passed the written exam and got invited to do an in-person interview in two weeks and take the physical test in three weeks.
• However, I greatly underestimated how out of shape I am, and after doing some practice exercises that mimic the standards I'll have to meet to pass the physical test, I am positive that there is no way I will be able to pass.
• I realize what a dumb mistake I made, and I've started really trying to get in better shape. While I have been making steady progress in terms of losing weight and exercising, I know I still have a ways to go before I reach the fitness level I'm shooting for.
• What should I do about my upcoming interview and physical test? Should I withdraw my application before both, or should I wait until after my interview? Does backing out now and reapplying later look better or worse than going and failing my physical?

• Hong currently has the lead in the Democratic Primary for Governor, but many people are worried that she will not be able to win the general election in November, mainly because she is too "blue" to win a "purple" state like Wisconsin.
• Should she focus on reaching out to more moderate voters? Should she double down on her socialist and liberal views to galvanize the left? Should she go on the offense with attack ads?

• Hong currently has the lead in the Democratic Primary for Governor, but many people are worried that she will not be able to win the general election in November, mainly because she is too "blue" to win a "purple" state like Wisconsin.
• Should she focus on reaching out to more moderate voters? Should she double down on her socialist and liberal views to galvanize the left? Should she go on the offense with attack ads?

• Hong currently has the lead in the Democratic Primary for Governor, but many people are worried that she will not be able to win the general election in November, mainly because she is too "blue" to win a "purple" state like Wisconsin.
• Should she focus on reaching out to more moderate voters? Should she double down on her socialist and liberal views to galvanize the left? Should she go on the offense with attack ads?