How do you assess a tech sales role when the recruiter says the OTE is “totally achievable,” but every AE you talk to just laughs when you ask about quota? I want honesty, not fairy tales. What’s the best question to force a real answer?

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You can't force a real answer, I'd trust those who are in the role far and above HR or a hiring manager.

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Ask for a rough percentage of how many achieve quota. You already have your answer if others are laughing at it, though.

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