Hi helpful Fishies, I’m looking to pivot to a tech sales role after 3 years in consumer goods as an account manager and would love to get your advise on the following:

1) what are some roles that I could apply for, 2) expected salary package, 3) any hard certifications required

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I'd say it really depends on where you're location for salary.

However you could move into tech sales without any certifications or previous tech experience.

Sales roles are in high demand, there are loads of openings.

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