Pros
I’ve been working for Ford for a few years now as a salesperson and I have to say it is a rewarding career. With technology being almost a necessity, there are a lot of opportunities to win and help prospective companies with their AV infrastructure. There is a bit of a learning curve for salespeople who are not familiar with AV and IT - it took me a while to become familiar with the technology itself. It will take hours after work on weeknights or weekends to study and learn the technology and where Ford AV can help companies, but it is worth it. Ford is also a company that is big on values and principles. It is hard to come across a company that operates this way. The Fords understand that people are the most important asset in the organization. They are big on safety and the quality of our work.
Cons
If you are not an enabler of people, you will have a difficult time. This is not your typical sales job. The work is not done after the sale is made. Ford does a great job providing you with the mentorship, leadership, and resources to execute after the sale is made, but you have to be the leader of your team in order to make sure you exceed your customers expectations.