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Does anyone actively use video prospecting? Do you have any tips?

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What’s your base pay & how do you feel about it?

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Happy Friday everyone in Fishbowl 😀 does anyone know of any BDR or SDR roles going in any cybersecurity vendors in the UK remote or hybrid please ? I have almost a decade in experience 📞📕

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Hey all, I couldn’t type it all out here so I did in my notes. Any advice is appreciated!

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Thought of you all.

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Do you guys know of any tech companies hiring SDR/BDR roles remote?

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Hello everyone, what sort of certifications will help to enhance Skills related to Tech sales ? Specifically for BDR roles . Answers will be highly appreciated.

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When I don’t get answer on the phone my second option is to go to make a personalized 20-30 second video, and I end up landing interviews with top decision makers, does anyone else use video as part o… more

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Hey everyone! Want to hear your thoughts on having to complete a sales test as last stage before an offer? They said it’s 7 general sales questions… no prior info needed. Any thoughts or advice? Is th… more

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What are your financial and career goals as a BDR/SDR?

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Saw this on LI. What do you guys think about this guys rant and his reason for disqualifying applicants?

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Sales folks - how do you introduce yourself on client technical and functional calls ?

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Hey all,
I was wondering how accurate indeed salary estimates are? I live in a LCOL area in PA, and the estimate for the company I’m interviewing with is 67k - 85k. They’re a relatively big tech compan… more

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Hi All, what do you feel is an adequate ration for base salary vs commission? I know this can vary a lot from city to city, but for someone just starting out as a BDR - what can they expect? Thanks!

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Are there any resources you found helpful in improving your skills as a BDR, specifically around drafting compelling emails? Looking to refresh some language and struggling to find resources that aren… more

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Does your company serve small businesses? Hi all - I work for a Canadian non-profit for giving resources and education to small businesses. A part of my job is to look for companies who also want to h… more

Anyone working for splunk? As BDR ?

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Hi! I’m looking for a position as a BDR or AE in a, preferably, tech leaning companies. Are you guys aware of any open positions? Remote preferably. 6 years of experience.

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Curious as to what the market value is for a bdr/sdr. I have been in my role for nearly a year and just curious as to what everyone is getting in the market?

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Is anyone else trying to break into that AE role sooner rather than later? Either externally or internally

Seriously, is anyone getting replies? Or connects on the phone? I’m an SDR in the enterprise cybersecurity/data management space. Prior to ~august of this year, everyone on my team was hitting quota, if not, going over, for … more

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Hello everyone! I’ve had about 5 years of BD experience in increasingly senior roles and have done a few side projects to enhance BD operations on a consu… more

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I am thinking about taking a job at a cybersecurity company as an SDR. I am switching from real estate to tech sales. I know SDR is entry level and I am a little hesitant to take the position because … more

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Alright everyone, if your company is hiring let’s get that referral link or if you know a coming is hiring post it while the market is hot 🔥 happy end of Q3! 🚀

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Resume/job seeking tips for someone looking to transition into tech sales as a SDR/BDR?

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any insights on bdr/sdr base salary in the bay area? tech sales!

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Hi! I’m at my first bdr role in tech, the company is small and I think daily kpi are a bit hard. What do you think about 100 e-mails, 25 conversations on the phone (not calls, conversation), 30 connection o… more

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Hi Team,

To those that are working in BDM Strategic Partnerships world, what is the expected salary range?

I am based in California with around 3 years of BD experience.

I am looking to see if this is a career pa… more

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Any tips on getting past a google assistant? 💀

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If anyone has any intro email templates they don’t mind sharing I would greatly appreciate it.

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Does anyone here work for ADP. I have an interview with them in a couple days for a SDR role. What are some good questions to ask during an interview

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What does your company use to track kpi

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I have a total of 4 years sales experience, 1 year in life insurance sales and 3 in retail banking (lending, investment referrals, merchant services referrals).

I did well in banking, but incentive plan has suffer… more

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Do you leave voicemails for cold outreach? And if so, what do you say if they call you back?

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Hi guys. Currently I sell cars and have 3 years of total sales experience with no degree. Looking to get into a BDR or SDR role. Is that doable without a degree and if so what does base salary plus co… more

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Would anybody be willing to share what a good pay range should be for an SDR or BDR role with 2 years tech experience? Graduated from the business school at the University of Michigan if that helps. T… more

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Would anyone be willing to share their resume with me that includes their experience as a bdr? I’m currently looking for a new job and want to make sure mine will stand out! Any tips on which numbers … more

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I’ve been applying for a lot of SDR positions i have a couple of interviews set up for the next 2-3weeks. I have a total of 6 years sales experience whats a good salary range i should be aiming for? W… more

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First time BDR here 3 months into my role and really struggling to book qualified meetings. The BDR that had my territory last was one of the worst performing on the team and since he inherited a new … more

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Interviewing with Gartner for business development manager position. I’m not sure where to start with salary discussion. Does anyone have info on a range for this position? Also interested in informat… more

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