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Question 1 of 20
Why are you interested in sales?
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1st Answer Example
Entry Level
Experienced
How to Answer
This question may seem simple, but sometimes these 'easy' ones can trip you up. Spend some time developing your 'why' so you can give a meaningful, truthful answer to this question. Share what motivates you and why you think sales is a good fit for you.
Written by Rachelle Enns on June 4th, 2019
1st Answer Example
"I love being around people, and for as long as I can remember, I have been selling. From setting up lemonade stands as a kid to breaking records selling Girl Scout cookies to consistently winning sales contests at the department store I worked at in high school. I love the chase, the pitch, and the close. I form relationships quickly and naturally, which aids in my closing the sale. I feel it is the most natural fit for me in my career."
Written by Rachelle Enns on June 4th, 2019
Entry Level
"I've thought a lot about what I want to be when I "grow up," and I have always come back to sales. I feel that my best qualities shine when I am looking to make a sale. I get excited, and I show my personality and bond easily with the prospect. I love figuring out how I can understand their needs and what will make them say "yes" to whatever it is I'm selling. Whether that's a special drink at the restaurant or an up-sell from the menu, I embrace the challenge. I know that I'm new to the career of sales in a professional sense, but having worked in a restaurant for so many years and consistently led the pack on sales contests, I know I find motivation through financial incentive. I'm competitive and driven, and that's something that I think pairs well with a successful career in sales."
Experienced
"I have worked in sales for many years now, and it keeps my interest because every day brings a new challenge. No matter how great you are at sales, there will always be someone better, a bigger client to land, or a new product to learn. I love the variety, and it truly speaks to my competitive personality."
Advice and Examples: Why are you interested in sales? For a Sales Interview Question.
1.
Why are you interested in sales?
How to Answer
This question may seem simple, but sometimes these 'easy' ones can trip you up. Spend some time developing your 'why' so you can give a meaningful, truthful answer to this question. Share what motivates you and why you think sales is a good fit for you.
Written by Rachelle Enns on June 4th, 2019
1st Answer Example
"I love being around people, and for as long as I can remember, I have been selling. From setting up lemonade stands as a kid to breaking records selling Girl Scout cookies to consistently winning sales contests at the department store I worked at in high school. I love the chase, the pitch, and the close. I form relationships quickly and naturally, which aids in my closing the sale. I feel it is the most natural fit for me in my career."
Written by Rachelle Enns on June 4th, 2019
Entry Level
"I've thought a lot about what I want to be when I "grow up," and I have always come back to sales. I feel that my best qualities shine when I am looking to make a sale. I get excited, and I show my personality and bond easily with the prospect. I love figuring out how I can understand their needs and what will make them say "yes" to whatever it is I'm selling. Whether that's a special drink at the restaurant or an up-sell from the menu, I embrace the challenge. I know that I'm new to the career of sales in a professional sense, but having worked in a restaurant for so many years and consistently led the pack on sales contests, I know I find motivation through financial incentive. I'm competitive and driven, and that's something that I think pairs well with a successful career in sales."
Experienced
"I have worked in sales for many years now, and it keeps my interest because every day brings a new challenge. No matter how great you are at sales, there will always be someone better, a bigger client to land, or a new product to learn. I love the variety, and it truly speaks to my competitive personality."
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