Pros
*Work:
-Lots of different responsibilities. Work NEVER becomes mundane.
-What I do is very rewarding. Over time, I received the opportunity to interact with CEO's, VP's and Marketing Managers across dozens of retail industries.
-Fantastic experience, especially for an entry level position.
-Management and coworkers take the time to help you learn and grow professionally.
-Great balance between direction and freedom: When starting out, you are given a game plan/directions from management to help you grow into the position. Once you grow and prove yourself, there is a great amount of freedom into how you form your schedule. It is expected that you are efficient at time management, because there is always something to be done.
-I truly do not work with anyone who is incompetent. The rigorous interview process helps to bring in the best and brightest. That may not seem like a big deal, but after previous poor work experiences, it is a HUGE plus!
-Opportunity to travel.
-Emphasis on ethical selling. Focus is put on being a consultant for retailers first and foremost.
-The sales team is not built for a high employee churn rate like a lot of other companies - they invest in your potential!
*Company benefits/ Environment:
-Awesome CEO who definitely cares about everyone in the company.
-Fully stocked kitchen that employees are free to access anytime. (Seriously, there is a drink machine with soda, Gatorade and chilled Starbucks drinks)
-Game room with a ping pong table, Xbox 360 and dart board.
-Catered lunch on Fridays. Employees can clock out early on Friday for an in-office happy hour.
-Company is growing constantly. You feel like you're apart of a healthy, energetic atmosphere.
-Great health, dental and vision plan.
-401K benefits.
Cons
-Fast paced
-Expectation to perform at a high level
-Constant sales pressure
-Have to read a couple educational books per month
-Facing rejection or difficult people to speak with
(These are all typical expectations of sales jobs)
