Why People Fail in Medical Sales
Most failures in medical sales aren’t about intelligence or effort—they’re about misaligned expectations, poor territory fit, and misunderstanding the role.
Common failure patterns
- • Chasing OTE without understanding ramp reality
- • Expecting clinical respect without earning operational trust
- • Poor territory planning and prioritization
- • Overreliance on a single champion
- • Ignoring quota math and payout mechanics
How to avoid these mistakes
Successful reps evaluate territory quality, quota realism, support, and decision dynamics before accepting a role.
Thinking about medical sales?
Use tools and decision guides before committing.
Start With the Decision Guide