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Direct Sales Role Design: Hybrids, Hunters and Farmers

Direct Sales Role Design: Hybrids, Hunters and Farmers

Many sales organizations start out with hybrid sales roles, having one role responsible for new business, expanding business in current accounts and renewals, and maintenance of current accounts. Hybrid roles have different commission rates; higher rates for growing...

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