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How do we keep good salespeople?
Short answer
People are more likely to stay when expectations are fair, managers coach well and there is room to grow.
More detail
Questions behind the answer
Whatis happening
What does it cost when a salesperson leaves?
Replacing a salesperson costs more than recruitment: the business also loses time, account context and momentum while a new hire learns the role.
Whyit happens
Why do good salespeople leave?
Good people may leave because of poor management, unfair expectations, burnout, limited growth or a job that no longer feels worthwhile.
Howto fix it
How do we get new starters selling faster?
- Give new starters a clear product, customer and sales-process learning plan.
- Pair practice and call reviews with milestones matched to the real sales cycle.
- Check progress weekly and remove blockers before expecting independent results.
Sources: Key Drivers for Retaining Sales Talent - Gartner · State of Sales, 6th Edition - Salesforce Research