From Respiratory Therapist to Sales Manager

In this episode of the Medical Sales Podcast, host Samuel Adeyinka talks with Shawn Mertes about the DME and acute care side of medical device sales and why it is one of the most underrated entry points into the industry. Shawn shares his journey from respiratory therapist to territory manager, clinical specialist, and now regional sales manager at a smaller distributor, explaining how rental based equipment supports hospitals and post acute care, what differentiates distributors from large manufacturers, and why service and education often matter more than brand names. They dive into day to day life in the role, relationship driven selling, compensation expectations, leadership lessons, and what hiring managers really look for in entry level candidates who want to break into medical sales. Connect with Shawn Mertes: LinkedIn Connect with Me: LinkedIn Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here's How »