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Sales Career

Most sales reps aspire to grow in their careers, whether that's into sales management, leadership or the path of entrepreneurship. Here's everything you need to learn about advancing to the next stage in your own sales career.

90+ Sales Terms Explained: The Ultimate Sales Glossary
B2B Sales

90+ Sales Terms Explained: The Ultimate Sales Glossary

Sales reps—want to boost your knowledge? Learn over 90 essential sales terms and how you can use them in this in-depth sales glossary.
Victor Ijidola
November 29, 2022
What Does an Account Executive (Actually) Do? Job Responsibilities, Skills & Salary
Sales Career

What Does an Account Executive (Actually) Do? Job Responsibilities, Skills & Salary

What is an account executive? This role is a crucial part of the sales team, with responsibilities including acquiring and managing new clients & customers.
Steli Efti
November 3, 2022
How to Write a Sales Cover Letter (Examples & Templates) for All Sales Positions
Sales Career

How to Write a Sales Cover Letter (Examples & Templates) for All Sales Positions

Wondering how to write a sales cover letter that can land your dream sales position? Here’s a crash course in getting attention from hiring managers.
Amy Copadis
October 28, 2022
35 Best Sales Books (of All Time) to Read, Grow & Level up Your Sales Skills in 2023
Sales Skills

35 Best Sales Books (of All Time) to Read, Grow & Level up Your Sales Skills in 2023

Explore our picks for the best sales books of all time, including books from the world's most successful entrepreneurs. Our updated 2022 list.
Ryan Robinson
November 30, 2022
What is Sales? Quick Guide & Examples (Definition of Sales)
Sales Career

What is Sales? Quick Guide & Examples (Definition of Sales)

Wondering what, exactly sales is? This guide explores the nuts and bolts of sales including definitions and processes.
Chintan Zalani
October 25, 2022
How to List Cold Calling Skills on Your Resume (Free Templates)
Sales Career

How to List Cold Calling Skills on Your Resume (Free Templates)

Learn the benefits of prominently listing cold calling on your resume, and how to do it in a way that hiring managers will take notice + free resume templates.
Nick Persico
September 12, 2022
How to Get a Software Sales Job: Responsibilities, Salary & Types
Sales Career

How to Get a Software Sales Job: Responsibilities, Salary & Types

Getting a job in software sales requires tenacity, friendliness, and a bit of grit. Get the lowdown on what recruiters look for in software salespeople.
Steli Efti
September 5, 2022
Your sales career path: 23 pieces of sales career advice we found on LinkedIn
Sales Career

Your sales career path: 23 pieces of sales career advice we found on LinkedIn

We curated the best sales career advice found on LinkedIn from experts like Sarah Brazier, John Barrows, Morgan Ingram, and more.
Steli Efti
May 11, 2022
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