Episode 05. Sales Commissions Timelines

Sales Commission Timelines.  

In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to build a career as a sales rep, focusing on understanding sales commission timelines. Sid Ragona, a veteran sales rep with nearly 20 years of experience, shares his insights on the stages from onboarding to receiving the first commission check. He highlights the importance of financial planning, patience, and maintaining a safety buffer to navigate the usually lengthy commission process.

00:45 Introduction
01:11 Expert Insight: Sid Ragona
01:21 Understanding Commission Timelines
02:28 Stage 1: Onboarding and Ramp-Up
03:07 Stage 2: Sales Cycle
03:58 Stage 3: Delivery Timeline
04:23 Stage 4: Customer Acceptance and Payment
05:21 Financial Planning and Safety Buffer
06:56 Conclusion