I got fired 

One door shuts, and another opens. Trust me when I say I can relate because I left my job of almost 6 years to pursue a career in tech sales. You're already really wise at your age, and although I know you're going to bounce back quickly, and you're good, take this moment to yourself. It hits you from a different perspective and forces you to take a look at the hard work you've done, but it also takes time for you to realize how valuable you are as a person and not just a pipeline generator. Disconnect from the life you got comfortable with and reset, reflect, and push forward when only you know it feels right, not a second sooner. Enjoy, it looks like you already are. 🤙🏿

Trent Dressel, I was fired 6 months in my 1st AE role out of University. I was the highest earner in my team and the reason was "cultural fit". Although it was a painful experience, multiple promotions later at better companies I can say that it was a part of the journey and made me who I am today. I have never shared a personal experience on any internet comment before until I saw this video. Keep evolving and keep rising!

Look at this guy. He just got fired and he's smiling recording a video. HE'S UNBREAKABLE! UNTOUCHABLE! YOU CANNOT STOP THIS MAN. Normally we say sorry to hear the news, I feel you just broke your chains. Congrats & to new beginnings Trent!

One of the realist videos of 2023!!! I have Nothing but respect for you sir

Really admire your outlook on your sudden situation! There’s no way you could lose with that mindset kid! Sending all the positive vibes your way Trent!

Trent, you are the absolute man. We haven't known each other for too long, but have been watching your content for a while now. I'm telling you this will be a blessing in disguise. Thanks for being so transparent and open with your community.

I don't know the full story but never forget you don't mean shit to these companies no matter what. Especially in sales, you are only as good as your last sale.

You will get another job in 2 seconds even you know that

You brought in 1.5m for them and they binned you. All of these businesses look at us like a number and nothing more.

The way you process this from the inside out is why nothing can stand in your way. Excited to follow along for the next chapter of your journey!

Facing reality like a warrior. Real honesty like this is a rarity. Well done my friend 👍❤️👍

More than relying in a job offer, I know that you can rely on your abilities to get through this. Let's make it happen, bro. Do whatever it takes to go through it and come back stronger!

From one AE to another, you are a rockstar man. Keep up the positive mindset and belief in yourself. You are winning and no matter what🔥

I got laid off last week. Just got another sales job in place today. Keep going. Only you can stop your success.

Hey Trent --- you don't know this, but you are one of my HEROES. Starting with nothing and pumping it until you're Mr. Universe in Sales. The most important thing I've observed is that you developed the priceless SKILLS to go much, much further. THANK YOU for inspiring me on so many levels !!! GENE ROWLAND 🔥😀👍

Saw this video and I thought I'd drop a comment. I started following your channel at the same time as I started my saas career as an SDR at one of your competitors - I later got promoted into an AE role too but a few weeks back I was let go along with the company's 6% layoff. I'm running my own consultancy now and your tips on cold calling and outreach structure have really helped me in both my career but also kick start my business with acquiring paying clients just within a few days. I'm confident that whatever next venture you go into, your skills will set you off to a flying start. Best of luck mate!

Dont understand why a productive loyal employee can get fired or laid off. Doesnt make sense at all.

Sorry to hear this Trent. You're information is very valuable to us. Keep the wisdom coming. May God bless you on your new endeavors!!

Keep your head up brother. It is their loss for letting such a talent go. I have went through similar and now I work for their competitor. 😂 Stay strong and keep the content going! Your videos are inspiring and helpful to all of us who have gone through sales challenges. But that is what we do, we get back up and stay in the fight. 💪

A humble superstar, please continue to build this brand in order to assist others in achieving their dreams. Can't wait for your next gig!

Keep going Trent because you keep us going! Let’s celebrate new beginnings 🎉

Trent, your video came at the perfect time. I got fired yesterday from a place where I spent 4.5 years. When I woke up this morning I felt a lot lighter, like a huge weight has left me. We're both going to rise up and be the best that we can be.

It felt like breaking news when I saw this on LinkedIn. I was patiently waiting all day for this video. Love your attitude, Trent. The obstacle becomes the way eh?

Trent, I met you through Course Careers, this heartbreaking to hear what your are going through, yet I know that this is indeed the best thing God brought your way. You will now go from dependent in that one industry to being limitless in the things that you will do and accomplished. Praying for the next steps ahead, and thank you for all you have thought thousands of us through your videos. God Bless You!

Your background is so awesome and your life experience is very best for learning for me and now i am expecting the good cold calling video thanks sir .........Love from India 🥰

Bro even high achievers like you get fired sometimes. Being good doesn't always keep you in a job especially if you don't mesh with the culture or the manager. You are highly skilled find another

Whew Trent!!! You are awesome please know and believe it! We all admire you. You have a huge network and community that supports you. Your mindset and your dedication to this industry is phenomenal. We appreciate you. Truly it is THEIR lost. There is NO stopping you now! Keep shining and pushing forward. In the meantime, try and take in and enjoy "being in the now", the sun the water the fresh breeze. Yes purify and refresh 🌄

You helped me break into tech. Thanks for all you done for my life.

In this economy, you can no longer rely on one stream of income, Trent knew this. What an upstanding individual. Shown great character in this video as always.

Trent I've been following your journey for the last 2 years when you were a SDR and saying how you made 20,000 cold calls. I remember googling 'sales youtubers' and there was almost no one but I stumbled upon you when I was first entering the industry and have been watching most of your vids as you've grown. I think now is a great time to reflect, pause, and look back on all your success. I also think you should even go back and watch some of your old videos to see just how far you've come... not many professionals have documented their journey like this so that's a very unique thing and I'm sure something you're grateful for. Also I hope you don't get stuck comparing yourself to others- don't assume those golfers at 8am have more spiritual or emotional fulfillment. Sure they might have more financial independence/income but there are plenty of miserable people with a ton of money. I can't wait to see what's next for you. Whether it's as an enterprise AE at another co or you start selling your sales training fulltime, you've got the vision that'll carry you to the next level. Onwards and upwards my friend. -Isaac Hosea. (if you ever wanna chat on LI, just msg me back)

Peace and blessings, brother. The breakdown is ALWAYS before the breakthrough 💯

I wonder how many hundreds or even thousands of people who would’ve never had the idea of tech sales even cross their mind end up getting hired in the industry all thanks to Trent. I’m Not worried about this mans future at all, no wonder he isn’t stressing

Your outlook and ability to reflect are 2 of the reasons you’ll always come out on top. Thanks for sharing and thanks for all that you do! A new adventure awaits you… can’t wait to watch it unfold. 🎉

Happened to me back in July. You’ll bounce back Trent! I was there with almost no savings and unsure if I was going to even be able to still support myself and pay my rent. I was working until 2 am everyday and it didn’t matter. Focus on what’s important in your life and don’t worry about what comes next. I promise what’s next is better. These companies right now have extremely high expectations when the market is pulling back almost completely on software spend. This was an issue that companies created and the workers unfortunately are paying for it. Use this time to get your head right so you can move forward. Best of luck!

My heart is hurting for you Trent! As a hard worker myself this really hits close to home. 😞 I think you're super talented and you have made a huge impact already in the software world. Your channel and LinkedIn are amazing and really helping lots of people. Keep doing you and good things will keep coming your way! I am super proud of you and believe this time away will have you come out stronger than ever. 💜

I love the way you optimize even what could be viewed as a negative. Inspiring!🙌

Looking forward to the next chapter Trent; thank you for your consistent, transparent and insightful content!!!

You can’t avoid those feelings and you’re not supposed to. The feeling of fear is real, but don’t let that disable you. Let it drive you. Something big is coming, I can feel it.

Similar boat bro. I’m 27 and just hit a turning point in my life where I had to get rid of all of my short term rentals which has sustained me and my lifestyle for the last 5 years. Currently taking those skills I’ve developed over those 5 years to an SDR role at a healthcare tech company next week. Been watching your vids to prepare. Thanks for the content bro!

I got fired over 10 years ago. It turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to me.

Awesome thumbnail trent.. really loved that you were upgrading your content editing thumbnail and all.....keep it up

I was let go in November. It opened a door to learn new skills for a new career path in It also gave me opportunity to serve the national guard in which I wouldn’t have had the time to do in the AE role I had. I’m glad I’m watching this. Your ability to persevere and hone in on your leadership skills is inspiring.

God knows your heart. You have helped and blessed so many people by changing their lives. God will bless you for that. Trust the process. It's power from pain which leads to purpose!

It happens man. You’re gonna realize that there are much better opportunities out there with other companies. Someone will pay you double then what they paid you.

what a twist!!! can't wait to watch the next chapter in your story. know you're gonna kill it

Trent you have a lot of talent, don’t let anyone tell you differently. This is just the problem with working in corporate sales you can’t control things like this. You will easily be hired somewhere else.

Trent, sorry to hear the news. You've been a great resource and inspiration to many people. That said, I've been in sales 30 years -- getting fired -- more than once -- is part of the process. You have to learn to pick yourself up. Which I am sure you will. You'll find another great opportunity. Maybe not the next one, but there will be another. Good luck and be well.

Its crazy i was thinking a couple days ago why is trent still in tech sales. No job is safe if u got fired. You will definitely get a better or start a successful business for sure.

OMG - You got fired! How could a machine like you get fired! You're awesome. People get jealous. Mostly in sales.

I really appreciate the radical transparency. It shows how confident you are

Appreciate the honesty man I am more than positive you will land another job!

Thanks for the transparency brother

Trent- I’m confident you could be a major player in the life insurance/ health insurance/annuity industry similar to Cody Askins. 1099 lifestyle(never work for anyone again), shorter sales cycle, and residual income for years on end. Guaranteed, many of the golfers you saw are insurance professionals living off of residuals. Whatever the case, I think your work ethic will allow you to dominate in any industry! Thank you for all of the great content!

That is why working 12 hours days is never worth it

YOU are the goat at this, you know how to bounce back easy.

You're a legend Trent !!! They will know what they lost in due time !! You're going to smash it in your new role 💪 👏.

Just go to ur competitor lmao u beat ur quota by 130 percent lmao

Super pumped up to see these next few months for you. Sure being fired is considered a bad thing but someone with a mindset like you will capitalize on it and use it to become better! Really appreciate you documenting your highs and lows and hope you continue to do so.

All the best Trent 💯 minor setback major comeback

Necessary growing pains for your career. You’re a winner with a learning mindset and hardworking spirit. Looking forward to watching your career progress over the upcoming years

Whole new perspective on Trent and how he is handling this situation. It gives me hope

Trent! It's so nice to see you outside in the sun. That's how you recharge! You will be okay 👌🏾. I appreciate all the value you have given me. Currently completing the tech sales course.

Thank you for sharing this, Trent! I am so inspired by your story. Always rooting for you!!

Love yah Trent appreciate you everything that you’ve done for us an gave us your a soldier and nothing can stop you I appreciate you an your honesty and passion for challenges and your goals I will take your personal experience as my own an Internalize this as an example to the reality of the nature of life and how it operates ❤

This moment will define your greatest. You’re a true fighter, this will be for the best for you. Looking forward to see all of your future achievements

As you always say Burn the Ships man! I have no doubt you’ll kill it no matter what you do!

Double down on being an entrepreneur. You have the knowledge and power ‼️💪

You're now in the same position i was when i left Verizon although being much older, i have more savings and minimal expenses. Time to move on but i had already told you before not to think that if you grind hard enough that you are job safe. You have a lot to learn in life young man but at least you can keep building your channel. Its bigger than my channel

Respect! Most men run to the bottle. You looked inward and realized this is all temporary. You were not meant to be a W2 employee. What you are expirencing is a blessing.

Like Trent was explaining creating your own personal brand in the process consciously or subconsciously is your own personal insurance policy and it works as a hedge against potentially getting fired remember always put yourself first no matter your doing In life and the only time you can’t be fired is when your and owner or and investor so put the your money first and remember life is unpredictable always have more than one source of creating value

if a monster like trent got booked no one is safe

Take time for you 🙏🏾💕. Huge L for Qualtrics... You'll have a new job by the end of the week, bet Thank you for being so strong and teaching us. You are the definition of resilience, discipline, and dedication 🙏🏾. We are all so privileged to have you as an unofficial mentor. We're all better salespersons because of it ☎️. I can't believe Qualtrics did this after all you've done for them 😡😡 But please take care of yourself and enjoy your vacation 🏝🌺🐠🐚🌞🏖

Youre gonna be good man.

All the best Trent! Looking forward to what you will be up to next.

Reading between the lines. It sounds like the company didn’t want to see you win outside of them. A supportive company will allow you to grow outside of work no matter what and support your side hustle and what you’re doing as long as it dosent get in the way of your work which based on what you said you were killing it. You’ll be good. This gives me more motivation to keep trying to grow my brand as well! 💪🏾💪🏾

You inspire me so much trent. Really appreciate all that you do.

Damn, I started watching you well before I joined tech sales. I was laid off in February and trust me, the way you’re handling this is golden. Upward and onward

Damn man.. seems like you are taking it well. Very good on you for seeing the silver lining.

All the best Trent - I was almost recently laid off! Looking forward to seeing your journey!

I have been following you for a while Trent. Have learnt a lot from you. I was sure the heading “I got fired “ was nothing to do with you. I just couldn’t believe it before I watched. Anyway, it’s all for better. You got freedom and awesome opportunities are waiting for you ahead

you will bounce back strong trent

Best video yet. You are a legend Trent!

Trent you're an inspiration to us and we know you're gonna continue doing great things. I have no doubt. Good luck on the next leg of the hike.

You’re going to be good Trent! Keep doing you

I’m doing course careers as we speak now and I hope for the best and I hope you continue to be successful in your next move!

Thanks for this, Trent. Lucky enough to be hired and relaunch my career in sales after the pandemic. I had to start all over again -- I was an Account Manager before the lockdowns and now back to BDR. At 27, I'm also grateful for the opportunity to rise above the challenge and humble enough to relaunch my career in sales, only this time in tech! Your vids helped me get the job and I can't wait to see what's next for you. Youre an inspiration for someone like me who is trying to find my way in the industry and in making a name for myself. Good luck, man. ✌🏼

All the best mate! You will do great.

Sometimes we stumble and we fall but don't let that be a defining moment. You will crush it trust me! You impacted my life so hopefully this message comes to you when you most need it!

Good thing you have your brand to fall back on

I'm this happened. Just know that you will be valued somewhere else. Keep your head up, push through and know another door will open for you.

Sorry to hear you got let go my man! I’ve been in tech sales the past 2 years and was let go in Dec… still looking, it’s a rough market at the moment

Straight to the tropics , love it

Excited to see what the future holds for you, didn’t even know what qualtrix was before I saw your videos. You got this brother.

Trent I am on my wife’s account but I been following you since January 16, 2001 before I started my career. You rock man!!! Next team will be lucky to land you!! - Shawn

Such a good video Trent! As much as I'm curious about why you were let go, I'm really looking forward to see what you do in the next few weeks/months with this huge life change. Love your content as usual and thanks for being so vulnerable with set backs - invaluable for myself and others.

Glad you have some time to reflect at least. Sometimes a hard reset helps us make a massively beneficial pivot in life. I feel that’ll be the case here as well. I’m sure plenty of people have reached out to support already and I can’t imagine this slowing you down really at all. The path may look different, but the destination remains the same

Trent, jump. Sending love and light for the journey. -Kandiee ✨💛✨💛✨💛✨

Trent… I’m just excited to see where you will next this month and with more income

I’m pumped to see what you do next Trent. Head up 💯

Every single successful person has faced disasters, nuclear bombs, and difficult situations, and every successful person has said that these difficult times had a big impact in their success. I hold you in high esteem Trent and I am sure you will overcome this challenge and achieve all your goals!