I have quite deep experience in several fields in engineering mainly mechanical, also project engineer, prototyping. Serial manufacturing and full plant layout engineer, automotive too. At the same time I love selling, that drives me, I had been doing it in part time job before becoming graduated engineer, for a short period of time I was really successful as a total beginner, sometimes not sticking to the same patterns of the sale process. I know from others that I have natural skill and mentality that people trust me, low voice, easy handling adjusting to different type of people and approaching them rightfully. Besides as a hobby I read a lot of small sales details that make the whole difference many times. Even lower income from sales gives me much bigger drive and satisfaction than higher working as a regular engineer. I'd love to make this transition and would like to ask you about some tips or things to focus on. Great work!!
Awesome!! I'll be 41 in June, have always worked in the caregiving field, but I'm thinking about making the same leap of faith!! I truly hope you succeed! 💜😊
This was highly informative and I'm actually surprised you actually have such few subscribers on your channel even with the calmness and crisp way you were able to go over the high-level details of what a job in Solutions/Sales Engineering entails. I'd please like to make a video request for you to go over training and possibly industry-accredited certifications that can lend some credence to your profile as a Solutions Engineer and what you think are the areas a budding Solutions Engineer needs to watch out for so they don't make costly career mistakes.
@@jasonolson9904 hey!..i was in my 3rd year of engineering and dell came to my campus for placements ...we had some interviews and I got through. So i didn't attend any boot camp ...dell is organising its own boot camp for us interns so yeah ...hope i answered your question.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🤖 Introduction to Sales Engineering - What is a Sales Engineer and their role. - Distinction between Inside and Field Sales Engineers. - The importance of soft skills in sales engineering. 10:09 💰 Earnings Potential in Sales Engineering - Competitive salary and commission structure. - Median income statistics for Sales Engineers. - Personal experiences and career growth. 17:22LkrAFutO1-s?t=1042s) 📝 Recommendations for Aspiring Sales Engineers - Tips for preparing for a Sales Engineering career. - Book recommendation: "How to Win Friends and Influence People." - Skill development and technology learning. Made with HARPA AI
Ryan, Any recommendations on how to approach moving into an SE career coming from real estate? Looking to make a career change if I can work from home.
There are plenty of transferable skills of a realtor that translates to an SE position. You intuitively have built the ability to build a sales relationship with your clients, highlight that you regularly and consistently follow up with your clients, communicate how you show up to a listing and/or client meeting prepared, demonstrate how you help a family visualize themselves living in a home they are touring, so on and so forth. However, the elephant in the room will be your lack of tech sales experience, so you will really have to sell yourself well in the interview process, and make sure your mock demo is polished and hits the criteria presented by the hiring manager.
Hey thanks for this vid. I’ve recently started a sales job that’s going really well. I’m thinking about long term, do you think it’s a sustainable career if you have a family?
@Millennial Tech Zone. I start a Tech Bootcamp specializing in Sales Engineering starting 9/27. I would love the opportunity to pick your brain further. If compensation is necessary that is completely fine.
From what I've found, you don't have to have a degree in this field although helpful, a lot of it is communicating with people and just being knowledgeable about what you are selling. I work as a service tech in the beverage industry and may be switching to a sales engineer shortly. I have a friend who did similar work and made a change about 4 years ago and he put me onto this job, he loves it
question: you mentioned that you hardly work more than 40 hours a week, is it possible to work less than 40 hours a week in an SE role? something in between 24-32 hours a week sounds awesome to me.
I have quite deep experience in several fields in engineering mainly mechanical, also project engineer, prototyping. Serial manufacturing and full plant layout engineer, automotive too. At the same time I love selling, that drives me, I had been doing it in part time job before becoming graduated engineer, for a short period of time I was really successful as a total beginner, sometimes not sticking to the same patterns of the sale process. I know from others that I have natural skill and mentality that people trust me, low voice, easy handling adjusting to different type of people and approaching them rightfully. Besides as a hobby I read a lot of small sales details that make the whole difference many times. Even lower income from sales gives me much bigger drive and satisfaction than higher working as a regular engineer. I'd love to make this transition and would like to ask you about some tips or things to focus on. Great work!!
I'm starting with careerist in a week for SE. I'm 51 years old and tKing leap of faith. This video eased my nerves.
I am rooting for you, I know you are going to kill it.
How’s it going
Awesome!! I'll be 41 in June, have always worked in the caregiving field, but I'm thinking about making the same leap of faith!! I truly hope you succeed! 💜😊
Wow man! How’s it going?
I wish you good luck and hope you find success and happiness
This was highly informative and I'm actually surprised you actually have such few subscribers on your channel even with the calmness and crisp way you were able to go over the high-level details of what a job in Solutions/Sales Engineering entails.
I'd please like to make a video request for you to go over training and possibly industry-accredited certifications that can lend some credence to your profile as a Solutions Engineer and what you think are the areas a budding Solutions Engineer needs to watch out for so they don't make costly career mistakes.
I'm starting as a SE in dell as my first ever job at 22 and in super excited about it!
Congratulations!
Congrats! What school or boot camp did you take to get that position?
@@jasonolson9904 hey!..i was in my 3rd year of engineering and dell came to my campus for placements ...we had some interviews and I got through. So i didn't attend any boot camp ...dell is organising its own boot camp for us interns so yeah ...hope i answered your question.
Great video! 11 yrs tech engineer here that is looking to move to SE and I found your video very informative!
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Hey Ryan! Saw you on Careerist, was the recruiter you talked to! Looking forward to learning on being a successful SE!
Love this thorough explanation sir. Thanks
Awesome Insight!
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 🤖 Introduction to Sales Engineering
- What is a Sales Engineer and their role.
- Distinction between Inside and Field Sales Engineers.
- The importance of soft skills in sales engineering.
10:09 💰 Earnings Potential in Sales Engineering
- Competitive salary and commission structure.
- Median income statistics for Sales Engineers.
- Personal experiences and career growth.
17:22LkrAFutO1-s?t=1042s) 📝 Recommendations for Aspiring Sales Engineers
- Tips for preparing for a Sales Engineering career.
- Book recommendation: "How to Win Friends and Influence People."
- Skill development and technology learning.
Made with HARPA AI
Great video, Ryan! Thank you for this valuable information. Keep them coming.
This was great. I'm looking into Careerist now! I've got "the gift of gab" lol, but I'm still grabbing that book you recommended! 😊
Great video, great information
Fantastic video, thank you for this.
This is amazing and helps a lot. I would love to learn more if possible can we set up a call ?
Ryan, Any recommendations on how to approach moving into an SE career coming from real estate? Looking to make a career change if I can work from home.
There are plenty of transferable skills of a realtor that translates to an SE position. You intuitively have built the ability to build a sales relationship with your clients, highlight that you regularly and consistently follow up with your clients, communicate how you show up to a listing and/or client meeting prepared, demonstrate how you help a family visualize themselves living in a home they are touring, so on and so forth. However, the elephant in the room will be your lack of tech sales experience, so you will really have to sell yourself well in the interview process, and make sure your mock demo is polished and hits the criteria presented by the hiring manager.
this position can be done remotely?
Yes, most SEs are remote.
Hey thanks for this vid. I’ve recently started a sales job that’s going really well.
I’m thinking about long term, do you think it’s a sustainable career if you have a family?
Absolutely! If you learn tech sales, your skillset will be highly transferable to other positions.
Very informative
Do you offer a 1hour consltation, looking into this market need some info and advise.
Love hearing from someone who has a been in the industry for a while. Your perspective is extremely valuable.
I’m looking to switch careers from law enforcement. I think would be the perfect role for me
@Millennial Tech Zone. I start a Tech Bootcamp specializing in Sales Engineering starting 9/27. I would love the opportunity to pick your brain further. If compensation is necessary that is completely fine.
Feel free to reach out to me on Linkedin. I'm happy to chat.
Fire vid
How much does it cost to take a course for a sales engineer cert?
I'm not sure. I've never taken one myself! Check out the Presales collective group, they should have more details.
What is the entry of this field
He touts huge paychecks, but doesn’t mention the reality of constant layoffs in tech. $250kyr is great if you actually go 12 months without a layoff.
What is your educational background Ryan
Is it possible to break in without a degree
From what I've found, you don't have to have a degree in this field although helpful, a lot of it is communicating with people and just being knowledgeable about what you are selling. I work as a service tech in the beverage industry and may be switching to a sales engineer shortly. I have a friend who did similar work and made a change about 4 years ago and he put me onto this job, he loves it
Do you provide training?
I'm actually in the process of creating an on-demand Sales Engineering course. It should hopefully be available in a month or two!
question: you mentioned that you hardly work more than 40 hours a week, is it possible to work less than 40 hours a week in an SE role? something in between 24-32 hours a week sounds awesome to me.