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A Checklist: 10 Signs You Shouldn’t Hire a Sales Rep

SaaStr

So you’re hiring your first few sales reps in the early days? Before you have a great VP of Sales? So you need a very certain type of sales rep. Not during founder-led sales. The #1 trick to making sure your first sales reps work out? But I’ve just never seen early sales rep execl that do this.

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95% of VPs of Sales Won’t Thrive at Your Startup

SaaStr

So we’ve talked so much over the years on SaaStr on how to hire a great VP of Sales, the difference they’ll make, and how the level-up comes quickly. And VPs of Sales do, too. Don’t hire a VP of Sales that isn’t truly comfortable selling to your buyer persona, especially in B2D and fintech. Be careful.

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5 Best Paddle Alternatives in 2024

FastSpring

FastSpring is an experienced merchant of record that provides an all-in-one payment platform for SaaS, software, and digital goods businesses, including VAT and sales tax management, payment localization, and consumer support. Set up a demo or try it out for yourself. Set up a demo or try it out for yourself.

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FastSpring at SaaStock USA 2024!

FastSpring

Schedule a demo now or at SaaStock USA 2024 in person! We’ll manage your checkout , VAT and sales taxes , compliance , and more, freeing you to focus on what you do best: building great software. Sign up for a free account or request a demo today to learn more. The post FastSpring at SaaStock USA 2024!

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Product Sales Training – Transformed for Results

Traditional product sales training doesn’t always work for dispersed sales reps who can’t attend Demo Days or Lunch ‘N Learns. Choosing the right product sales training partner will have a significant impact on sales reps’ expertise and results. Verify compliance and comprehension. Drive more sales.

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The Hidden Challenges of Proper PCI Compliance

FastSpring

Understanding the basics of Payment Card Industry Standards is fairly straightforward, but maintaining full compliance can be challenging. And if you don’t get it right, your company is subject to fines, termination of credit card acceptance, lost sales, legal costs, and an uncertain future in ecommerce. Compliance is a Moving Target.

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Buyer Trends: Top Insights from $3B in SaaS Transactions with Vendr

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Many net-new purchases are for data security, compliance, risk management, and AI-powered tools. Compliance : The cost of GDPR compliance has totaled around $9B globally since its introduction. However, it’s not as simple as moving the money; since budgets are getting bigger, sales teams must support those budgets.