Job Seekers Hub | The complete guide to crushing your tech sales job interview

Jul 19, 2022

Tarlia Smedley

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    If you’re looking for a new tech sales job, you’ve probably already got your résumé and cover letter ready. Now it’s time to turn your attention to the hardest part: nailing the interview. While tech sales job interviews can seem intimidating, with practice and preparation, it doesn’t have to be as scary as you think. With a little preparation beforehand and a positive attitude, you’ll sail through your job interview like a pro. Read on for our complete guide on how to ace your tech sales job interview.

     

    Research the company and the position you’re applying for

    Before you can prepare for a tech sales job interview, you need to know what you’re going into. Start with some research on the company and position you’re applying for. Check out the company’s website and any social media platforms they may have. You can even narrow down your search to look up and connect with staff or team members on LinkedIn. Be sure to read up on the company culture, learn about the team dynamic and other aspects that could be relevant to the interview. Make notes as you go. Start researching the company early in the hiring process so you can get a better idea of what type of culture you might encounter at the company, and what type of interview questions you might be asked.

     

    Ask functional tech sales job interview questions

    Before you head off to your tech sales job interview, make sure you’ve got a list of functional job interview questions ready. Using these questions will help you prepare and ensure you’re confident and comfortable throughout the interview. Make sure you know the basics of the job you’re applying for. Be familiar with the products/features of the job you’re applying for, what the company does and the job’s key responsibilities.

     

    Don’t be afraid to bring up weaknesses

    Many candidates are afraid to admit that they have weaknesses, but you should be proud of them. Be honest and forthcoming, then display how you have overcome this hurdle so that it is not a problem in the future.

     

    Be confident, but be yourself

    During your tech sales job interview, don’t be too nervous or try too hard. Try to be yourself and be confident in every answer, but don’t try to be someone you’re not. A calm and collected interview demeanour is more impressive than trying to be overly outgoing and confident.

     

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