Sales Commissions
Sales commissions are payments made to salespeople based on the sales they generate. Instead of a fixed salary, a salesperson earns a percentage of the revenue from their sales. For example, if a salesperson sells a product for $1,000 and their commission rate is 10%, they would earn $100 as commission. This system motivates salespeople to sell more, as their income increases with their performance. Commissions can vary widely depending on the industry, the company’s policy, and the individual’s role, making it a common practice in retail, real estate, and many other sectors.
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Sales commissions are payments made to salespeople based on the sales they generate. Instead of a fixed salary, a salesperson earns a percentage of the revenue from the products or services they sell. This incentive structure encourages salespeople to sell more, as their income directly correlates with their performance. Commissions can vary widely depending on the industry and the company's policies, and are often used in conjunction with a base salary. This model aligns the interests of the sales team and the business, driving growth and rewarding effective sales efforts.