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SalesHQ’s 10-Step Guide to a Career in Sales

Thinking about getting into sales? Smart, very smart. Sales can be one of the highest paying professions out there. And it’s not just about the cash: Successful sales pros enjoy highly flexible hours, a high degree of self-determination, and the ability to rise quickly through the ranks. No surprise, then, that sales is a popular career choice. Of course, sales isn’t easy; it takes a real go-getter, with a nose for business, to get ahead. Think you may have what it takes? Check out our ten-step guide for the skinny on how to do your research, pick the right sales specialty and industry, get the appropriate training and education, build your network, and ultimately get your first job … and maybe your next one as well.

Just follow the links below to plot the course of your career, one step at a time.

1. Understand the Sales Universe

2. Find Your Niche in Sales

3. Research Your Industry

4. Learn to Talk the Talk

5. Identify Educational Requirements

6. Build Your Network

7. Research Potential Employers

8. Polish Your Resume

9. Get Hired and Negotiate Your Comp Plan

10. Set Goals for Your First Year

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