Question Overview: An ideal candidate should have a reason for looking to change jobs. The reason for looking to change jobs should be related to the position you are hiring for. For example, if you are hiring a sales representative, the candidate should be looking to change jobs because they want to increase their sales and earn more money.
Sample Answer: I am looking to change jobs because I want to increase my sales and earn more money.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate will know how to ask the right questions to understand a client’s needs. The right questions will help the candidate to make a sale. Look for candidates who will ask questions about the client’s needs, their business, their competitors and their goals.
Sample Answer: I would ask questions about the client’s needs, their business, their competitors and their goals. I would also ask them if they have any problems with their current products or services.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should know about your company's marketing strategies. If you are looking for a sales representative, the ideal candidate should know about your company's marketing strategies. Candidates should be able to talk about your company's marketing strategies and how they will help you sell more products.
Sample Answer: I know that you are currently using a mix of online and offline marketing strategies. I am confident that I can increase sales by using these strategies.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be available to start work as soon as possible. Look for candidates who are available to start work immediately. If the candidate is not available to start work immediately, ask them when they will be available.
Sample Answer: I am available to start work immediately.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should have a weakness that is not related to the job. For example, if you are hiring a sales representative, the ideal candidate should have a weakness in their personal life, such as spending too much time on social media. The candidate's weakness should not be related to the job.
Sample Answer: I spend too much time on social media.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be able to provide you with a specific answer to this question. If you are hiring someone from out of state, you might want to know if they are willing to relocate. If you are hiring someone from out of the country, you might want to know if they have any visa issues.
Sample Answer: I am originally from New York. I am willing to relocate.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should have a specific salary in mind. Sales representatives should have a salary range in mind, as well as a specific salary. An ideal candidate should be able to provide you with a salary range and a specific salary amount.
Sample Answer: I am looking for a salary of $50,000 to $60,000 per year.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be able to handle problems and overcome them. Look for candidates who have experience with handling problems in their previous jobs. Candidates should be able to provide you with examples of how they handled a problem in their previous job.
Sample Answer: In my previous position as a sales representative, I was in trouble when I lost a client. I handled the situation by identifying the problem and finding a solution.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be able to handle rejection well. A sales representative needs to be able to handle rejection and move on to the next sale. If a candidate cannot handle rejection, they will not be successful in sales. Look for candidates who can explain how they deal with rejection and how they move on from it.
Sample Answer: I have been rejected many times in my previous jobs. I have learned how to deal with rejection and move on. I am confident that I can make a sale and close the deal.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate will have a proven record of success in closing sales. The candidate should be able to provide you with examples of how they closed sales in their previous jobs.
Sample Answer: I close sales by following the steps to make a sale. I ask probing questions, make recommendations and close the deal.
Question Overview: Cold calling is a technique that sales representatives use to make sales. An ideal candidate should have experience with cold calling and should be able to tell you how they are successful with cold calling.
Sample Answer: I have a proven record of success with cold calling. I have been successful in making sales through cold calling.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be open to working non-standard work hours. Some sales positions require employees to work nights, weekends and holidays. Look for candidates who are willing to work these kinds of hours.
Sample Answer: I am open to a non-standard work schedule. I have worked nights, weekends and holidays in my previous job as a sales representative.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be able to handle pressure well. A sales representative needs to be able to handle pressure from customers, co-workers and management. Look for candidates who are able to handle pressure well and who have the ability to stay focused on their goals when they are under pressure.
Sample Answer: I have a proven record of success in sales. I have also handled pressure well in my previous jobs.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate will have the ability to get customers to come to their store. The candidate should be able to provide you with specific examples of how they got customers to come to their store. Look for candidates who have experience in getting customers to come to their store.
Sample Answer: I would use my personal connections with clients and friends. I would also use my connections with other sales representatives and the company's connections with clients and friends.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate will have a plan for how they would spend their time during the day. They will know exactly how they would spend their time to make the most sales. Look for candidates who will be able to tell you how they would spend their time, and how they would make the most sales.
Sample Answer: I would spend my time making calls, following up with clients and making sales.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should have a winning attitude. They should be confident in their abilities and be able to win in any situation. Look for candidates who have a positive attitude towards winning and losing.
Sample Answer: I have a positive attitude towards winning and losing. I believe that you can always learn from your mistakes and that you can always win if you try hard enough.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should have a proven record of success in sales. They should have a quota that they met or exceeded in their previous job. Look for candidates who have a proven record of success in sales and who have exceeded their quota in previous jobs.
Sample Answer: My quota was $100,000 per year. I exceeded my quota each year I worked as a sales representative.
Question Overview: Depending on your company, you might need your sales representatives to travel. An ideal candidate should be willing to travel and should have experience traveling in the past. Look for candidates who have traveled in the past and who are willing to travel in the future.
Sample Answer: I am willing to travel. I have traveled in the past and I am comfortable with traveling in the future.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should have a proven record of success in previous jobs. Look for candidates who can provide you with specific examples of their achievements. They should be able to name specific achievements and provide details about how they achieved their goals.
Sample Answer: I have a proven record of success in previous jobs. I was able to achieve my goals by working hard and dedicating my time to my tasks.
Question Overview: An ideal candidate should be interested in the position for the right reasons. Look for candidates who are interested in the position because they want to make a lot of sales and earn a lot of money.
Sample Answer: I am interested in this position because I want to make a lot of sales and earn a lot of money.