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My Unexpected Entry into Sales

After completing my MBA, I stepped into the world of sales—almost by accident. At that time, I carried a misconception that “honesty and sales don’t go hand in hand.” This belief made me feel like I had chosen the wrong path.

I even contemplated switching to HR, believing it was more aligned with my personality. But over time, I realized that this doubt was rooted in a narrow understanding of what sales success truly meant.

Life Lessons from the Field

It wasn’t until I faced the most complex sales assignments, travelled across regions, interacted with diverse people, and experienced both failure and breakthrough success, that I discovered my true calling.

These experiences shaped my perspective and helped me decode the core of sustainable, ethical, and high-performing sales.

3 Pillars of a Successful Sales Career

I’ve distilled my learning into three core principles that define a thriving sales journey:

1. Prepare & Practice

Your first entry point into any sales conversation depends on how well-prepared you are. This includes:

  • Deep understanding of your own business
  • Clarity about your customer’s needs
  • Awareness of competitive dynamics

2. Engage – Outside and Within

True engagement is twofold:

  • Externally, it’s about building trust across stakeholders and decision-makers.
  • Internally, it’s about self-reflection, discipline, and growth tracking.

Engaged professionals turn challenges into opportunities by constantly adapting and learning.

3. Create Value at All Levels

In today’s world, companies don’t just buy products—they invest in people who bring value.

Whether it's:

  • Solving a business problem
  • Helping customers achieve long-term success
  • Guiding internal teams toward better outcomes

Creating consistent value earns trust, respect, and preference.

The Birth of CEP – Commercial Excellence Program

These realizations led me to create the Commercial Excellence Program (CEP).

CEP is a value-centric, field-tested, and transformational program built for:

  • Sales professionals seeking mastery
  • Businesses aiming to align teams with strategy
  • Leaders committed to sustainable growth

It’s my belief that CEP will open a new horizon for every participant, enabling them to turn challenges into excellence—and uncertainty into confidence.

Whether you're a startup founder, an SME owner, a sales executive, or a corporate leader, CEP is designed to elevate your journey.


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