Are you the type of person that can walk into a bar and talk to a total stranger? If so, sales could be the career for you. In a bid to prove the overlooked benefits of a career in this sector and to demonstrate to you grads how best to seize these golden opportunities!

The essentials
A career in sales can lay the foundations for a progressive future, give you key insights into the way a business operates, you can have fun and make a fair bit of money at the same time! It all boils down to, quite simply, your ability to develop a relationship with someone. Don’t forget, sales is the very core of every business and every good business person is, ultimately, a sales person (whatever their role).

This industry is all about how you communicate with others. Having the confidence to attend meetings, contact new clients, build relationships, spotting opportunities and seizing them. It’s important to remember that communication is two-way; sales is as much about vocally pitching and negotiating for business as it is listening to your existing customers. In terms of attributes; ambition, determination, ingenuity and an overall positive attitude are the key characteristics that we will be looking for. Show employers that you’re able to listen and learn, allowing them to visualise you putting what they’ve taught and invested in you into practise.

The should-haves
When it comes to appropriate degrees and experience, there are no prerequisites for careers in sales. Naturally, any form of business-related qualifications will equip you with an in-depth understanding of how companies operate, but this is not essential. We know from our track record of placing graduates in sales internships that people from a broad range of degree subjects are suited to sales.

If you have a minimum matric qualification and looking for an opportunity to grow and personally develop yourself then this is the opportunity for you. Please forward your CV for immediate consideration.