How to become a Business Development Representative
Entry-to-mid-level sales professional responsible for outbound prospecting, lead generation, lead qualification, relationship building, and scheduling discovery meetings or creating qualified opportunities for account executives.
Top Skills Required
- Lead generation
- Outbound prospecting
- Lead qualification
Education & Certifications
Typical: High school diploma or GED; a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field is often preferred and may be required by some employers.
Alternative paths:
- Relevant sales, lead-generation, or business-development experience
- Demonstrated quota attainment and customer-outreach experience
- Industry certifications or CRM training