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Your life in FMCG sales gets divided in quarters and then months and then week 1 to 4!
Its been over 3 years now and that complete month cycle has happened over 36 times!
So, in short term, life is fleeting with you chasing the immediate while in long run, you find yourself in the same place as if running inside a giant wheel!
The work in sales teaches a lot specially in terms of team management, understanding emotions and working as a team.
It is more about soft skills like leadership, influence,, neogtiation and emotional intelligence then any of the sales curves like NPD, PLC etc in books (at least for sales ppl).
Selling soaps sometimes looks trivial adding nothing to the larger scheme of things but the learning can actually be transferred to any domain in leadership position and applied to create value
It feels the same as working with say not so major company.
Once the initial euphoria evaporates, you come to realize that you are in some odd part of the country doing exactly this - selling soaps and shampoos.
Away from family, friends, girlfriend and often civilization, there is not much of glamour and glory.
Your day starts with your mobile phone and ends with your laptop.
You will soon forget whatever you have learned and the fancy company PPT that they showed you in Campus will mock at you.
Many say that you learn a great deal about life and leadership but i doubt.
You just put on with it, either hoping it will get over soon or you will start looking for options
Your life in FMCG sales gets divided in quarters and then months and then week 1 to 4!
Its been over 3 years now and that complete month cycle has happened over 36 times!
So, in short term, life is fleeting with you chasing the immediate while in long run, you find yourself in the same place as if running inside a giant wheel!
The work in sales teaches a lot specially in terms of team management, understanding emotions and working as a team.
It is more about soft skills like leadership, influence,, neogtiation and emotional intelligence then any of the sales curves like NPD, PLC etc in books (at least for sales ppl).
Selling soaps sometimes looks trivial adding nothing to the larger scheme of things but the learning can actually be transferred to any domain in leadership position and applied to create value
It feels the same as working with say not so major company.
Once the initial euphoria evaporates, you come to realize that you are in some odd part of the country doing exactly this - selling soaps and shampoos.
Away from family, friends, girlfriend and often civilization, there is not much of glamour and glory.
Your day starts with your mobile phone and ends with your laptop.
You will soon forget whatever you have learned and the fancy company PPT that they showed you in Campus will mock at you.
Many say that you learn a great deal about life and leadership but i doubt.
You just put on with it, either hoping it will get over soon or you will start looking for options
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Reading another important part ...
Billing software is designed to automate the process of generating invoices, tracking expenses, and managing financial transactions for businesses. Here's an overview of how billing software typically works:
Billing software is designed to automate the process of generating invoices, tracking expenses, and managing financial transactions for businesses. Here's an overview of how billing software typically works:
- User Input:
- Users input data into the billing software. This data may include customer information, product or service details, quantities, rates, and any applicable taxes.
- Invoice Generation:
- The billing software uses the input data to generate invoices. Invoices typically include details such as the billing date, due date, invoice number, customer details, and a breakdown of products or services provided with associated costs.
- Automation of Calculations:
- The software automates calculations based on the provided data. It calculates totals, taxes, discounts, and any other relevant financial information.
- Integration with Inventory:
- In cases where the billing software is integrated with inventory management software, it can automatically update inventory levels based on the products or services billed.
- Customer Management:
- Billing software often includes features for managing customer information. This can include customer profiles, contact details, and a history of transactions.
- Payment Processing:
- Some billing software integrates with payment gateways, allowing businesses to receive payments electronically. Users can record payments received and track outstanding balances.
- Expense Tracking:
- Billing software may include functionality to track business expenses. This can help businesses monitor their financial health and make informed decisions.
- Reporting and Analytics:
- Many billing software solutions provide reporting and analytics features. Users can generate reports to gain insights into their financial performance, monitor trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Compliance and Taxation:
- Billing software may include features to ensure compliance with tax regulations. It may help businesses generate reports for tax purposes and manage tax-related documentation.
- Security:
- Billing software typically employs security measures to protect sensitive financial data. This may include encryption, access controls, and regular software updates to address security vulnerabilities.
- Cloud-Based vs. On-Premises:
- Billing software can be either cloud-based or installed on-premises. Cloud-based solutions offer the advantage of accessibility from anywhere with an internet connection, while on-premises solutions are installed locally on a company's servers.
