It is what you make it - Sales Development Representative (SDR) Optimizely Employee Review

You get what you give! I came into this job with virtually no sales experience (had worked somewhat related jobs like customer support/retail etc) and was pleasantly surprised at how quickly I was able to make great money. It's no exaggeration to say my life changed overnight. I've only worked here 1 year and have already been promoted 3 times (twice within the SDR role, and now officially promoted out of seat to AE). Several of my peers have been promoted, a couple even cross-functionally. I know this is an area that hasn't always been stellar, but leadership is showing an active effort to promote internally this year - in just this month alone 4 of us SDRs were promoted out of seat. Some people who've left the company and complained have turned down opportunities to grow or take on more responsibility because they were "lame" or not good enough - when in reality showing a growth mindset and doing those tasks is exactly what grabs leadership's attention and takes you to the big leagues everyone claims they're trying to get to. I think that there is plenty of opportunity if you seek it and try to pave your path. I was also fortunate to have a very chill manager who supported me the exact amount I needed. Very grateful for my time as an SDR here. - Great earning potential (SDRs consistently doubling and some even tripling their base pay)* - Hybrid schedule (3x in office, 2x WFH) - Good benefits available (3 healthcare tiers available in this role at varying costs) - Relaxed vacation/PTO policy (especially if you are hitting your numbers) - Approachable management - Great office culture (SDRs in Austin TX are genuinely friends outside of work) - Open line of communication across Teams channels; colleagues always willing to assist and even mentor you - Ability to go to President's (Achievers) Club - Consistent "spiffs" (opportunities to make extra cash through friendly competition) > boosts morale and desire to achieve - Annual sales kickoff "bootcamp" in Europe - A few fun holiday parties / team events per year - Overall fun company to work for with friendly people in every department