Wendy
Sales Manager
How I got here
I joined the tech industry by pure chance, having been made redundant from my previous role. I was experiencing a huge change in my personal life, and I needed a new challenge, something to push me to my limits and out of my comfort zone!
In my first role in tech I was one of the first female leaders in a business and it was my job to manage a team who were all men. I learnt so much, I really proved myself and I achieved some great results too. This role gave me a taste for tech and I knew that tech was where I belonged. I then applied for the role at Ideagen.
The skills I use
Communication skills are really important in my job, along with building strong relationships with people from inside and outside of the business.
My job requires focus, commitment, a willingness to succeed, and a sense of humour (at all times). I am always pushing myself to achieve that extra sale. I am a good leader; I am fair, consistent and get a real buzz out of supporting individuals in my team to be the best version of themselves.
The exciting stuff
My job challenges me every single day. When one month’s target is achieved, it is straight onto the next month to aim for even better results. When one person in my team delivers, the rest drive themselves to deliver even more! The team I work with are amazing, they are ambitious, confident, and strive to improve month on month. They make this job for me; it is an absolute pleasure to work in this team!
Career tips for young people
Believe in yourself, set goals, and go and exceed them! You can achieve big things if you are focused, confident and ambitious. Be true to yourself, never be afraid to ask for help as the right support can make a difference. If anyone underestimates you, prove them wrong.
Ask me about
A career in sales. Overcoming fears of insecurity, lack of confidence and believing in yourself.