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The OTE (On-Target Earnings) Breakpoint Calculator determines the sales amount needed to cover base salary through commission earnings. It helps sales professionals understand when their commission earnings begin to exceed their guaranteed base salary.
The calculator uses the OTE breakpoint formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the sales revenue required for commission earnings to equal the base salary amount.
Details: Understanding your OTE breakpoint is crucial for sales planning, target setting, and evaluating compensation structure effectiveness. It helps sales professionals determine when they start earning beyond their guaranteed income.
Tips: Enter base salary in currency/year and commission rate as a percentage. Both values must be positive numbers (salary > 0, commission rate between 0-100).
Q1: What does OTE breakpoint represent?
A: The OTE breakpoint represents the sales amount where commission earnings equal the base salary, indicating when additional sales generate pure profit for the salesperson.
Q2: How is this different from total OTE?
A: While total OTE represents base salary + target commission, the breakpoint specifically identifies when commission alone covers the base salary.
Q3: Should commission rate be entered as a decimal or percentage?
A: Enter the commission rate as a percentage (e.g., enter 10 for 10%, not 0.10).
Q4: Does this calculator account for tiered commission structures?
A: No, this calculator assumes a flat commission rate. For tiered structures, separate calculations are needed for each tier.
Q5: Can this be used for monthly calculations?
A: Yes, but ensure consistency - use monthly base salary and the breakpoint result will be monthly sales target.