When I was doing locksmith work on commission, I kept a notebook. Wrote down every job, every payout, every bonus. Thought I had it dialed.

Then I actually sat down and cross-checked my notes against my pay stubs. I was short over $2,400 across 8 months. Jobs I forgot to log. Bonuses that never showed up. Payouts that were "rounded down."

That's when I realized: if you're working on commission — whether you're a locksmith, electrician, delivery driver, plumber, HVAC tech — you NEED a system that doesn't rely on memory.

Here's what actually matters for tracking commissions:

1. Log every job the moment it's done. Not at the end of the week. Not when you "get around to it." Right then.

2. Know your rate per job type. Most commission workers don't even know their exact percentage for different services. Write it down.

3. Compare your records to your paycheck every single pay period. Discrepancies add up fast when you're not watching.

I built Commission Pro to solve exactly this. It tracks every commission in real time, generates reports, and makes sure you're getting paid what you're owed.

But even without a tool — start tracking today. Your money depends on it.