What do you do if your sales career is in its twilight years?

I think that sales career don't expire. With the time you as a sales person become a valuable asset for new generation. I would like when my time to retire come to continue teaching others what I learned in the past.

If you're sales career is in the twilight years; consider giving back - that's what I did / do. It's not only valuable but you also get the change to help those that literally "Have no idea" when it comes to sales - let alone whom to speak to, what to say and when to say it. Knowledge garnered over the years helps both aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners on the "how-to" sell. It isn't as straight for as "I have an awesome product, do you want to buy it? Here's the invoice 😂" - there's processes and buying cycles that many are unaware of.

It’s a quid pro quo relationship: 🤝 For the mentor: an opportunity to share knowledge and expertise gained over years of practical experience. It's a chance to give back by helping shape the next generation of leaders. Mentoring can also be personally fulfilling, as it allows the #mentor to see the growth and development of their mentee firsthand. 📈 For the mentee, having a mentor can be transformative. It provides them with guidance, support, and encouragement as they navigate through their careers. Mentoring helps with insights into any industry and can help mentees accelerate their own professional growth in the process.

Helping others to unlock their potential in sales faster can both be grateful for you and transformative for the mentee. I do never forget the mentor that I had in my path (and some that I still do).

Buscar por cursos ou treinamentos atualizados em vendas é muito importante, sabendo que vendas é uma área que está em constante mudança.

If you're transitioning out of a long sales career, here’s how you can secure your financial future: - Consult a Financial Advisor: Get a clear picture of your retirement funds, pension, and social security benefits. - Create a Financial Plan: Understand your financial standing to make strategic decisions about your retirement timeline. - Consider Part-time Opportunities: Explore roles that leverage your sales expertise but offer flexibility.

Good succession planning is a key trait of great leaders and well run businesses. Focus on building strong relationships with your team, clients, and colleagues. This fosters a culture of collaboration, respect, and trust, and leaves behind a network of connections that will continue to benefit your organization even after you've moved on. 🚶♂️

Considere oferecer aulas em instituições de ensino ou empresas que ofereçam cursos sobre o assunto, é uma excelente fonte de renda extra

I'll give you the same advice I gave my father. You're not old until you've passed. Until then you're alive. Act like it! My best suggestion is to document your knowledge and experience. This will leave a lasting legacy and impact on the world. It will give you a since of accomplishment. A few books. A digital course. A podcast interview. Legacy.

The only time I can see that happening is when your satisfied. As soon as your satisfied, your finished in your sales career.

Experience and expertise built over a period of time is significant particularly in Sales. Using this experience to help coach and support other business leaders is invaluable. I would recommend exploring career as a Sales Coach, Writing a book on your experiences, speaking at events/forums, Advisory roles, Board roles etc There are many forums or support groups to help you give guidance on any of these careers. Networking amongst the right people will help you get clarity and direction to select the right approach for yourself. Being a sales person I am sure you know how to sell yourself !