To those involved with business development and sales, how has your network helped you in achieving sales targets? And in this case network means your black people network.

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I’m interested in business development. Is there a side to it besides sales. I’m looking to pivot career wise and considering business development.

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I’m interested as well but cringe at the thought of selling

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