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Why hire a salesperson? ↓

Skills to look for ↓

Resources for hiring ↓

You might hire a salesperson to:

  • Represent your brand in a professional, successful manner that results in repeat business and a positive customer experience

  • Identify lead opportunities, as well as the potential for upsells

  • Maintain or surpass sales quota expectations 
  • Speak with customers to understand their needs and resolve any issues

 

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Required Skills and qualifications Preferred skills and qualifications
Impeccable interpersonal and customer service skills, even in high-stress situations 1-3 years’ sales experience
Strong sense of ethics and business acumen Experience within a specific industry, preferable in a sales or customer-facing role
Excellent problem-solving skills Familiarity with relevant sales software and technology 
Ability to work independently, while contributing to team-wide efforts Sharp negotiation and time management skills
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