Hi my name is Blanca. I live in Gilbert Arizona and I’m looking for community from the community I know it's blah but I already have role that I enjoy and looking for support and to give back to those that are just starting out in this journey. I want to get these 3 things from the community: - be able to troubleshoot - networking opportunities - emotional support/I have felt out of place as an introverted SDR but working through it Something random about me: I have a bit of a green thumb I have a collection of about 20 house plants

When I was a kid, learning to ride a bike felt impossible. I wobbled, fell, and scraped my knees. But I kept at it because I saw the big kids zooming around. Sales is the same—you wobble at first, but with practice, you get smoother. 1. Start Small, Like Training Wheels – My first cold call was terrible, but I kept practicing with a simple script until I nailed it. Start with basics like 10 calls a day and build from there. 2. Watch the Pros – I learned humor from a top SDR's call and started using it. Listen to successful salespeople or watch their videos. What’s one thing they do that you can try this week? 3. Practice in Front of a Mirror – Before a big interview, I practiced in the mirror and noticed my confidence improved. Record yourself or role-play with a friend to rehearse and get better. 4. Get Comfortable with "No" – After 15 rejections, I booked a meeting on call #16. Don’t take rejection personally—it’s a step closer to a “yes.” 5. Keep Learning – A friend who was already a top SDR started reading one sales book a month. His curiosity helped him uncover pain points and close more deals. Never stop learning—watch videos, read books, and join coffee chats. 6. Celebrate Wins – The first time I booked a meeting, I did a little happy dance. Celebrate every win—it builds momentum and excitement. So, where are you in your "bike-riding" journey? Wobbly? Getting the hang of it? Ready to zoom? Let me know: What’s one skill you’re focusing on this week, or what’s the best sales tip you’ve learned? Remember, every SDR was a beginner once. Keep practicing and soon you’ll be cruising! What’s your sales superpower?

🔥 One of the BIGGEST challenges I faced while trying to break into an SDR role and eventually become an AE was my mindset around interviews and career growth. 💡 What completely changed my perspective was when a hiring manager told me this: "We want killers. Not someone who just shows up and does the job, but someone who goes ABOVE and BEYOND." 💥 That hit me hard. And now? That’s ME. And honestly, that’s probably ALL of you in this community. 🙌 You're hardworking, dedicated, and always ready to crush it to maximize that paycheck! 💰 But here’s the issue… you’re not selling yourself in interviews. 🎯 You know you're a quota crusher because you’re motivated to be the best. But guess what? Recruiters and hiring managers don’t know that yet. 🔥 That’s when I had a realization… I needed to do a humble brag. Yep, you heard me—brag about yourself! Why? Because they don’t know you’re a go-getter unless you prove it in the interview. So, next time you’re in an interview, make sure you drive home this point: YOU are someone who doesn’t just meet expectations—you EXCEED them. 🚀 💬 Tell them exactly who you are, because if you don't, someone else will. And trust me, they’ll proudly share their wins and successes, and that’s how you'll get passed over. Own it. 💪