[911SauCy]

Having read all of the posts, I appreciate the candor and info thus far.

Perhaps I can give some more insight about myself in relation to a few of the questions posed.

I am not afraid to be shot and I wouldn't hesitate to give/return deadly force.

The job wouldn't be about the $ for me as all the promises of sales have proven to be less than spectacular (no I don't suck, I've always been top 15% of the orgs I'm in and the promised $ isn't there).

Compensation would be more about the stability, benefits, and being able to retire to another life at 52.

As far as infidelity, stress, etc I have seen all of my LE friends lead a happier life than the majority of the cheater/alcoholic whacko sales people I've encountered.

Lastly...in my long 5 year, 2 company career, not 1 day has gone by where job security isn't in question. Not because I'm getting pressed, but seeing countless other people/instances where people are treated as disposable commodities despite true efforts. Not to mention my now boss...the guy (micro) manages 17 Reps and has never actually sold something!

Any love stories about sales careers out there?