Sales

Sales careers are dynamic, rewarding, and full of potential. Whether you're brand new to the sales industry or an experienced professional looking for new opportunities, this is your one-stop resource for all things related to advancing your sales career.

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Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Presentations, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Productivity Software, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Natural Language Processing

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Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Sales Management, Portfolio Management, Bioinformatics, Medical Science and Research, Strategic Partnership, Product Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, New Business Development, Promotional Strategies, Regulatory Compliance, Business Strategies, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Business Development, Patient Safety, Life Sciences

Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Sales Strategy, Customer Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Sales Enablement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Cleansing, Customer Insights, Cross Selling, Customer Data Management, Sales Pipelines, Upselling, Sales Prospecting, Sales, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Sales Process, Sales Management, Microsoft Teams, Personalized Service

A career in sales offers opportunities in many industries and businesses. We've gathered our top resources for getting started in business and sales, with topics including:

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