What made you want to work in sales for a tech company over working in sales in other industries?

Working IT allowed me to continue to enjoy a passion I have for technology and math. I also enjoy assisting organizations with improving their ability to deliver services and capabilities to their customers.

There are a lot of great benefits for technology sales. Most of been mentioned already but to echo them you get to see all the new innovation and creativity well before anyone ever sees them. Another benefit is that you have the opportunity to interact with any other industry you can possibly imagine. Since I have been in technology sales I have dealt with customers in gas and oil, video gaming, restaurant, cloud (think Google Docs), and an endless list of other's.

Why do you do sales for the company you work for? : For most companies front line sales impacts everyone else and usually you have the fastest mobility through the company, this was one of the biggest parts of the decision I made.

What should I look for in a company to work for right out of school? This all depends on your priorities. A large company often hires a lot of young professionals so you get a work culture that you can bounce ideas off each other and grow your careers together. A small startup company you will have visibility to just about everyone including the owners and customers so you can really shine during accomplishments to EVERYONE. To find out while interviewing prepare a question you ask back "What is your team culture like at X company?"

HI Kelly,

I chose to enter technology over other industries due to the innovation in the area and the ever changing landscape. This industry is always evolving and will be around for a long time to come. Opportunities are limitless. Look for a company that has a mission that you can get behind.

Selling Technology is the future. High tech also provides a great opportunity to earn a significant income while modernizing and protecting the world. So you can feel good and have a mission while earning your living!

John

Hi Kelly,

I asked myself the very same question and from the very first time i used my first computer, spent my first minute "online", I knew i was passionate for new technology. Working for an innovative company is incredibly important to me, and when it comes down to sales, you must be passionate about what you are selling. What makes my job so much more enjoyable, and easier, is when you sell a product you believe in.

Hi Kelly,

Personally, my interest in the technology industry started from my first pat time job in an electronics store. As my own interest in technology grew, the thought of building a career in this industry seemed to compliment my own enjoyment with work. Having the chance to integrate with certain teams in marketing, data analysis & buying means that you can tailor your role in future positions based on which parts you enjoyed the most. Certainly enjoying the technology has helped and I'm not sure I'd get the same enjoyment if I was to move to another industry as I'm not sure I'd have the passion for the products.

The way the technology industry always changes is a huge benefit as you never know what will come out next and how you can work with that product.

Working in Tech is great because it is always evolving. There are always new products and projects that you can work on. Every day is different for me and that keeps my career exciting. I love keeping up with technology and working in the tech sector allows me to stay on the cutting edge.

I choose to work in technology cause there is constant change and innovation which is exciting to discuss with our customers and partners. The IT community is great to be a part of as I am always learning and at times teaching, as well as sharing knowledge and giving back to the next generation of technologists/innovators. Find something you believe in!