Among the many questions asked in a job interview is the one dreaded question about your weaknesses. We’ve all heard it and knew it was coming. The interviewers assume that no one is perfect, not even the ideal candidate, so they feel the need to inquire about what you feel is your weakness. How should […]
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“So, can you tell me a little about yourself?” It’s a question we expect but don’t always understand. That’s because the interviewer really wants to know, “Who are you, and why should I consider you a serious candidate?” The introduction, from saying hello to telling your story, is one of the most critical parts of […]
In today’s busy job market, not every candidate receives a follow-up message from an employer letting them know that they didn’t get the job. While some recruiters do have the time to handle these follow-ups, doing so via email or mail, others simply leave the candidates hanging. Thankfully, there’s one thing that candidates can do […]
Recruiters in the medical sales industry use a number of different types of interviews in order to narrow down candidates. One of these is the structured interview. Designed to help interviewers not only with the interview but also with choosing candidates, this is one of the interview methods that you may face when searching for […]
Interviewing for a new medical sales representative job is always exciting. If you’re getting ready for an interview, you’re most likely looking forward to impressing the interviewers with your skills and knowledge. At the same time, you need to pay attention to their responses to your questions and keep an eye out for any potential […]
You’ve talked to the medical sales recruiter, made it past the phone screen, and maybe even successfully completed your first interview. You’ve researched the company’s website, product lines, press releases, and news mentions. You’ve picked out your interview suit, organized your brag book, and rehearsed your answers to interview questions, but have you thought through […]
Face-to-face communication looks different these days. Most of the time, there’s a mask covering smiles and half of your expressions. Other times, you’re talking via video chat or phone call. Yet first impressions still remain incredibly important for job seekers, even if the way we interact has changed. Whether on the phone or virtually, with […]
Sales interviews tell you a lot about a candidate. Their experience, their resume, their strengths and weaknesses — it all comes out. Beyond the verbal cues lies the nonverbal communication, or body language. Think smiling, posture, and hand gestures as examples. Pre-pandemic, it was easy to see and assess candidates’ emotional responses. In the midst […]
The internet is full of tips these days on how to prepare for a virtual job interview in your space by finding a basic background, checking your technology, and making sure you’ll have privacy during your interview. But not everybody has the luxury of finding such a space. Understandably, it is much harder for Gen […]
As a ‘hunter’ sales rep, you know what you want and how to get it. Hunters are highly competitive and resilient. They know how to influence others to bring home the big sales win. They are not afraid of chasing new leads, and they quickly move on to the next big deal after closing. They’re […]