I finally broke into tech sales! Got an offer from a mid-sized AI startup after months of part-time hustle and tons of ghosted applications. They’re giving me $70K base, a $5K signing bonus, and a shot at stock - more than I ever expected at 22. Huge thanks to everyone who posts advice here, it seriously helped me prep and stay focused. For anyone more experienced, what would you focus on in your first 90 days?

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congrats!!!!!! huge win! id say focus on really what your main goals you will be measured on are & ask around to top performers on secrets to success

Huge congrats — that’s an incredible start, especially in this market! In your first 90 days, I’d focus on deeply learning the product, shadowing top reps, and building relationships with both the sales team and your cross-functional partners (like marketing and product). The trust and knowledge you build early will pay off fast.

Developed your unique commercial insight. (Refer Challenger Customer Book) . See Anthony Iannarino’s cold call you tube approach and follow that. Be religious about doing 90 minutes of cold calling a day to your targeted account list. Follow Anthony’s procedure to get a meeting. Above all else preserve the relationships you build at your partners and accounts. Learn to ask for help.

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