[melvinram]

Without "sales leeches", many very successful companies would not be able to employ the large amounts of engineers they employ.

Not all sales professionals are used-car slime-balls. I've known many sales pros that really get to understand the needs and problems of a potential customer and aim to truly help them solve their problems. That's the only way lasting relationships get built and repeat business is earned. It's hard work, requires talent and is filled with constant disappointment. I can appreciate someone who is able to be successful in that type of world.

And no, I'm not a salesperson. I'm an engineer.