Dynamic strategy consulting background (6 YOE) looking to shift to sales/BD.

I know how to sell and build relationships/report.

Does that sound interesting to anyone? Hoping to get to work soon.

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Sounds like you're selling yourself here pretty well

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I think pre-sales works pretty well too

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I’m trying to do the opposite lol, can I ask you why are you looking to shift to sales?

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My personality and ability to connect with people is wasted on endless adhd med fueled PowerPoints

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I get what your wanting. My first thought is customer success

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i don’t know if there are any roles there but they are all over FAANG. Go to the exit bowl and ask for a referral to Google, Apple etc. people are willing to help you. Also inbox me if you have questions

What type of consulting background? Also, what type of products are you looking to sell? The answers to these questions will at least help us figure out where you can get in and how you can craft your story

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Business strategy, growth, brand, startup growth, Fortune 500 market research, marketing, media, advertising tech and industry. Helped found a startup. I’ve worked as a consultant on advisory projects for a data and intelligence firm. I’ve been an internal business growth and strategy advisor to c-suite.

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