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We set targets for salespeople, how much commission should I give if they exceed the target?

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I want to ask a question about how much commission to give if salespeople exceed the targets we set for them.

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I have experience with this I have to say: setting up a commission system depends on a few factors. like gather the data first don't make emotional decisions.

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#3

another perspective: maybe the core problem with setting up a commission system is something else. think about it like this...

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#4

Another perspective: maybe the core problem with setting up a commission system is something else. Think about it like this...

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Another perspective: maybe the core problem with setting up a commission system is something else. Think about it like this...

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Another perspective: maybe the core problem with setting up a commission system is something else. Think about it like this...

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Another perspective: maybe the core problem with setting up a commission system is something else. Think about it like this...

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But what is the real risk? Will the business close if this choice is wrong? I'm saying be very careful.

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Another perspective: maybe the core problem with setting up a commission system is something else. Think about it like this...

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#10

You're right.

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Great work. Everything goes well for the first three months; problems arise in the fourth.

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#12

I think differently. The biggest time-waster for us was not knowing who had the final say.

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#13

I didn't know that. The biggest time-waster for us was not knowing who had the final say.

If you post the result here, it will help others too.

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#14

The discussion got scattered, let me summarize. Changing habits is harder and more expensive than setting up a system.

Most time waste accumulates in tasks waiting for approval. Correct me if I'm wrong.

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Doki · Penetration test · 2026

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I think it's hard to be that definitive about setting up a commission system. Just because everyone does it doesn't mean it's right.

Everyone rushing into setting up a commission system gets stuck at the same point. Proven by experience.

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#16

thanks for posting.. then mistakes made on the settig up a commission system side are usually reversible but expensive.

im also curious if anyone does it differently.

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#17

I'd appreciate it if you shared the outcome.

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Doki · SEO consulting · 2024

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Let me summarize what's been said so far. Processes without records never improve, because you don't know what to fix.

Don't enter any agreement without an exit plan.

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#19

We experienced almost the exact same thing last year. Don't enter any agreement without an exit plan.

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#20

Let me clarify the technical side. Hasty decisions become decisions you have to fix six months later.

Hope this helps.

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