The Degree Is Not Enough
Australian university graduates face a competitive job market. A degree alone does not differentiate you. What separates candidates is practical experience, especially commercial experience that shows you can generate revenue. B2B commission sales gives you exactly that, plus income while you study.
Why B2B Over B2C
Selling to businesses is fundamentally different from selling to consumers, and it is far more valuable on your resume. B2B sales teaches you to navigate organisational structures, build professional relationships, understand financial decision making, and communicate with executives. These skills transfer directly into careers in management, consulting, finance, and technology.
How to Start on Zepys
Zepys makes it straightforward for students to get started. Browse the product listings, find something that interests you, and apply to sell it. There is no minimum hours commitment. You sell when you can and earn commissions on what you close. The platform provides sales materials so you do not need to create anything from scratch.
Fitting Sales Into Your Schedule
Map your class schedule and identify the gaps. Two hour blocks between lectures are perfect for making calls. Use morning breaks for prospect research. Send follow up emails from the campus cafe between tutorials. The flexibility of commission sales means you never have to choose between a shift and a lecture.
Building Your Professional Network
Every sales conversation, whether it leads to a deal or not, adds someone to your professional network. By the time you graduate, you could have relationships with dozens of business owners and managers. These connections are invaluable for job hunting, mentorship, and future business opportunities.
What to Tell Employers
In job interviews, being able to say "I built a portfolio of B2B clients while completing my degree, generating $X in revenue across Y accounts" is extraordinarily powerful. It demonstrates initiative, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Most graduates cannot make that claim.
The Financial Reality
Many students earn more through commission sales than they would in casual hospitality or retail work. The hourly rate equivalent depends on your sales ability, but agents who commit to consistent effort typically find that their effective hourly rate exceeds $40 within a few months. Some earn significantly more.