Hiring your first Account Executive is a critical milestone for any startup. Learn what traits make an AE successful, how founders should prepare a framework and support system, why proximity and distraction-free workspace matter, and the common red flags that signal you’re not ready. Ensure your first AE hits the ground running and accelerates your sales GTM.
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