When you think of sales, what do you see? While movies and television have often portrayed salespeople as aggressive and pushy people who just want to make top dollar, the reality of a sales career at Barton Associates is quite different—here, you’ll create meaningful relationships with your clients and providers to help patients across the country access the quality healthcare services they deserve. But you still might be asking yourself: Are sales jobs worth it? At the Barton Companies, the answer is a resounding “yes.” Read on to learn about four reasons to work a sales job.
1. No Special Degree Required
According to an article by Forbes, less than one-third of college graduates head down a career path that is closely aligned with their field of study. A career in sales is unique in the sense that very few colleges have a major course path or even specialization for sales. Any communication-centric major should suffice as long as you are competitive and hardworking!
2. Potential for High Pay
Money talks, and sales is one of those careers that gives you the opportunity to make a lot of it. The amount of money you will make is dependent on the industry and company you’re working for, but either way the earnings potential is unmatched.
In sales, the amount of effort you put forth each day translates into commission, so it’s a great career path for anyone who is motivated to bring home the big bucks! Given that there is no commission cap at Barton Associates, talented recruiters can earn very high commission, which drives employees to succeed, giving them a greater sense of workplace autonomy.
3. Work With Likeminded People
If you’re a very social person who values teamwork and collaboration, the last thing you want to do is enter into a career where you sit quietly at your desk each day. Finding a company with a vibrant culture that matches your personality is a huge win.
While successful salespeople come from a variety of backgrounds and studies, they all share a few common personality traits, like competitiveness, strong communication skills, and extroverted personalities. What could be more fun than working with people who you can see yourself hanging out with on the weekends?
One of the top reasons that employees leave their jobs is because of a “bad boss.” Barton Associates promotes from within, so one positive of a sales career with Barton is that your management team has probably been in the same position as you, so the can provide you with the insights and support you need to succeed. Our internal promotions also offer you ample opportunities to advance your career.
4. Gain Useful Skills
The negotiation, communication, time management, and leadership skills you take away from a sales position will serve you well in just about every aspect of your life, both personally and professionally.
Because selling isn’t a skill you learn in the classroom, there’s typically a lot of training involved to get you off the ground. The intensive training is designed to set you up for success in your industry and can be extremely beneficial to individuals who are just starting out in their career.
Not only are you selling against rival companies, but you’re also selling against your coworkers to see who can be the top salesperson of the day, week, month, etc. It’s a great feeling when your name shows up on the leaderboard for your office or company overall.
Ready to commit to a career in sales? Barton Associates is hiring nationwide! We’d love to have you on the team.
