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Slashdot Media

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Tons of potential for those who are willing to work for it - Account Executive Slashdot Media Employee Review

5.0
Oct 14, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

This is the kind of role where you get out of what what you put in. Some benefits include: -Uncapped Commission -Open Territory Plans, so if you find an account that hasn't been worked, you can snag it. This also means newer reps can find top tier enterprise accounts. -Comissions on renewals after year 1. This is a huge benefit as it increases your commission base and really grows your earning potential here. -Once you have proven you can sell, tons of flexibility and autonomy. Top reps have full control over their own prospecting and sales process, with full support from management -Reps actually have the ear of company leadership, and they will take our thoughts/suggestions from conversations we have with prospects very seriously. Tons of support in this way, from both senior leadership and operations -Working with our VP of Sales is one of the highlights of the job, as he truly cares about both how we are performing and how we are doing as people. He always makes time for individual reps, and is always working on training/trying to make the process and our jobs easier and more productive. -Work/life balance is valued for reps, as we are encouraged to not work more than 40 hours, and taking extra time off is never a problem if you are selling. Ultimately this is the kind of job where you are in control of your own destiny. If you work for it, it has huge upside.

Cons

If you are not a skilled seller and/or do not want to work hard, it will be challenging to succeed. Can be challenging for those looking for a super social environment.

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5.0
Mar 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Overall, Slashdot is a positive place to work with high expectations and people who care about the work they are producing. Most people have very innovative mindsets and there is always a push to create new systems and products to find ways to make our company better. In a (typically) male dominated industry, Slashdot has multiple women in management roles which is awesome.

Cons

not much to say here

5.0
Mar 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

If you are in sales and you want to control your income, this is a strong place to be. The comp upside is real for people who stay consistent, run a clean process, and keep their pipeline full. Leadership wants sales to win, expectations are clear, and you are not fighting internal roadblocks every day. The culture is supportive without being soft, and there is a good mix of autonomy and accountability.

Cons

It is not a fit for someone who needs constant hand-holding or wants a slow pace. You have to be self-driven, comfortable hearing “no,” and willing to prospect and follow up with discipline.

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