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How I Came to Believe that Training the Next Generation of Solar Leaders is the Most Important Problem I Can Solve

In this post, I tell the story of what it was like leading a solar developer and EPC through a major business pivot from struggling residential installer to a national top 50 commercial and utility EPC and developer. Like many solar businesses, we walked the tightrope between explosive success and catastrophic failure for years. In the process, I learned that no investment of time or energy has a better ROI for a company than investing in your people.

So you’re considering a job selling solar. Here’s what you should know

Solar sales is a highly skilled profession, requiring creativity, technical knowledge, and most of all, curiosity about the unique story of each potential client. But there are some important components that can help you determine if you have what it takes to be successful.

Your Ultimate Guide to Starting a Career in Solar Energy

If you're looking to break into the solar industry, you're in luck. The solar sector is booming, and opportunities are abundant for those with talent and drive. I've seen many solar novices advance from “getting coffee” to six-figure salaries with mid-level responsibility in less than three years. The trick is getting your foot in the door.