Re: Salesman Compensation

["J Barnes" <trishnjames@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

So if I understand you,,  you are saying no base and 10-15% of total sale is
cheap?  What would you consider reasonable?

James B



"Robert L Bass" <sales@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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>> I am thinking about paying 1,000 per month plus
>> commission, cell phone and car allowance...
>
> You get what you pay for.  By offering a base salary which no successful
> person
> would consider you filter out all but those who cannot get a better deal.
> You
> want a salesman who can intelligently and knowledgeably discuss clients'
> security needs, plan an effective system and close a sale.  People like
> that
> don't come cheap.
>
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>
> Regards,
> Robert L Bass
>
> Bass Burglar Alarms
> The Online DIY Store
> http://www.BassBurglarAlarms.com
>
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>
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