Not all products are created equal
When you are choosing what to sell on commission, the product matters just as much as your sales ability. Some products pay a one off commission and you are done. Others pay recurring commissions for months or years after a single sale. The smartest agents choose products that build long term income.
Software and SaaS subscriptions
Software as a Service products are among the best things you can sell on commission. Businesses pay monthly or annual subscriptions, and many SaaS companies offer agents a percentage of every payment for as long as the customer stays. One sale today can pay you for years.
Common SaaS categories that work well for commission agents include point of sale systems, CRM platforms, accounting tools, HR software, and marketing automation tools.
Business services
Services like merchant payment processing, managed IT, commercial cleaning, and business insurance are excellent for commission sales. These are things every business needs, the contracts tend to be long term, and the commission structures are often generous.
Telecommunications
Selling internet, phone systems, and mobile plans to businesses has been a staple of commission sales for decades. The products are easy to understand, businesses switch providers regularly, and the commissions can be substantial.
Energy and utilities
With energy prices constantly in the news, businesses are actively looking for better deals. Commercial energy brokers earn commissions on every contract they place, and some earn trailing commissions for the life of the agreement.
What to look for in any product
Regardless of the category, the best products to sell share a few traits:
- Clear value proposition that is easy to explain
- Recurring billing that generates ongoing commissions
- Low customer churn so your income stays stable
- A business that supports its agents with materials and training
On Zepys, you can browse products from businesses across multiple categories, compare commission structures, and choose the ones that match your skills and interests.
Avoid these red flags
Stay away from products with unclear commission terms, businesses that take months to pay, or anything that requires you to invest your own money upfront. Legitimate commission sales should cost you nothing but your time and effort.