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Rising Star in Sales Award
Early in a sales career and already making an impact.
About this category
This award recognises a salesperson early in their career who has shown exceptional results, attitude and potential. Judges look for rapid progress, a willingness to learn and evidence that customers and colleagues already rely on them.
Eligibility
Open to salespeople with up to three years of experience in a sales role, of any age.
Judging criteria
- Results relative to experience
- Speed of progress
- Learning
- Attitude
- Customer feedback
Qualitative criteria
- Curiosity
- Resilience
- Energy and a professional approach beyond their years
Metrics
- Target attainment
- Ramp time compared with peers
- Deals won
- Activity quality and feedback from managers and clients
Additional criteria
Entries should include a concise case study, supporting figures and, where possible, client, manager or colleague evidence. Commercially sensitive numbers may be given as percentages or ranges. Judges consider the scale of the business and the market the entrant sells into, so smaller teams compete on equal terms.
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