If you’ve ever thought about becoming a lawyer, the path is pretty clear:
- Get a Bachelor’s degree
- Take the LSAT
- Earn your JD
- Pass the bar
The process may not be easy, but at least it’s laid out. You know exactly what steps to take, including recommended classes and exam prep courses, in order to put yourself on a path to success.
When I think about sales operations, there is no defined route to take. In fact, my fellow ops colleagues have come from a variety of backgrounds: business majors, former teachers, sales reps turned ops pros, and more. You name it, I’ve probably seen it. We’re a diverse group of professionals, and we’ve all managed to find our place even if we happened to stumble into it.
With no clear path for sales operations, though, how can we get ahead? What skills are needed to become successful in the role, drive change across an organization, and impact the bottom line?
Continue reading about the 5 key skills you need to propel your sales operations career forward.
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