I’m 22 years old and currently working as a Senior Sales Executive in the shipping industry in Dubai, where I manage over 70 accounts. I started my career at 18 as an assistant and worked my way up, but now I’m feeling completely burnt out. I make a flat salary of 9,000 AED with no commissions or allowances, which feels like exploitation, especially since I hate sales. My job involves a lot of stressful cold calls and client visits, and I’m just not passionate about it anymore. What I truly enjoy is working with logic and solving technical problems. I find satisfaction in fixing operational workflows and analyzing data, which makes me think about transitioning into a role in Operations or Tech, specifically as a Salesforce Admin. However, I have a strict non-compete that prevents me from staying in the shipping industry, so I need to pivot entirely. I have several questions as I consider this transition: 1. Am I unrealistic to think I can move into a desk job making 10k-12k AED right away, given my background? 2. Is there a market for Salesforce Admin roles in Dubai, or is it too competitive? 3. If I get certified in Salesforce, what can I realistically expect to earn as a junior with no direct tech experience but four years of operational knowledge? 4. How can I rewrite my CV to highlight my skills in operations rather than sales? 5. Are there other analytical roles that pay 12k-15k AED within a year that don’t involve compliance or legal work? I’m eager to make this change and am willing to take a bridge role at 10k just to get out of sales. I have my BBA completed and am ready to pursue certifications after work. I’m looking for a clear, honest path forward.
Job title: Senior Sales Executive
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