Ask A Recruiter - Sales

Is it a bad sign if a recruiter ghosts after messing up the schedule? They booked me for a day I wasn't available, and now it’s been two days of silence since I asked for a fix. Requesting last-mi… more

I have 8 years of experience in sales but in different industries. Recently I got terminated without any notice or performance review. I was called in one on one and handed a letter. I’m in Edmonton, … more

A hiring manager offered me the job after my final interview last Thursday, but I'm still waiting for the actual offer letter. They said it's coming soon, but didn't give a timeline. Is 5 … more

I reached final stage and got asked for availability “to start ASAP.” Then radio silence for a week. How does ASAP turn into eventually so fast in recruitment?

Would you send recordings of your best cold calls to a recruiter? I'm applying to a few different jobs and have them, but I'm not sure if that helps or looks desperate.

How do you get into medical device sales, my applications just get stuck on in progress or application received for months

Has anyone else been asked for references super early in the interview process? A company I'm interviewing with has already requested three references before round 2. I'm wondering if they'… more

I was asked to role-play a cold call in an interview and completely forgot the product name halfway through. I laughed it off, but inside I was spiralling. Has anyone else had this before? I tanked th… more

I wanted to be thorough in an interview this week by setting context and giving examples for my answers. I ended up spending about 15 minutes on 7 questions, then I had a couple of questions that fill… more

I just got fired from my inbound sale agent job due to absence. My father had a heart attack and needed surgery so had to take care of my father leading to absence which I told the company but they st… more

Been looking/applying for over 6 months; recently had a few great interviews. Last interview was yesterday with hiring manager - he stated "you're my 1st choice however have two more to interview&q… more

No response from a company in 14 days, and instead of being disappointed, I feel relieved. I wasn't 100% sold on them to begin with. Is this a normal reaction or just me?

I've been carefully writing and tweaking cover letters for every application, but I'm starting to think they are being ignored. They feel like a waste of time and effort, tbh. Do recruiters ac… more

Has anyone here taken a commission-only sales role? I've got an offer on the table and am trying to figure out what I should be looking for from the company before I commit. Like, what would make … more

I was told “the commission is uncapped,” then shown a structure with so many conditions it might as well be capped. I nodded, but my brain was doing maths. I'm not sure this is worth my time anymo… more

I’m only applying for jobs I’m 100% qualified for. I tailor my resume, submit applications as soon as I receive a job alert, and then... nothing. I’m not getting rejected, I’m just getting ignored. It… more

Is it possible to promote to sales from field service?

When do you share your references? After first interview? After second? When you have an offer? On application? I feel like asking them at application stage is toooo early..

I joined an interview where the recruiter was warm, engaged, and clearly rooting for me. Then I met the hiring manager and the energy completely shifted. How do I judge a role when the recruiter and m… more

I’ve been at my first post-grad job with a Fortune 500 company for 4 years. The remote life and unlimited PTO are great, but I’m worried that staying too long looks bad on a resume or slows my earning… more

I interviewed for a job last Monday (Jan 5). The interviewer told me they needed someone starting Jan 19. He said if I was chosen I would receive an offer email as soon as the next day (Jan 6) and I h… more

I interviewed for a sales role where the recruiter loved my numbers, but the hiring manager kept focusing on whether I “fit the culture.” Nothing specific, just a feeling. I didn't get the job...H… more

I have been let go from my previous position and am having a hard time getting another job. I am 60. Too young to retire, too old for the bs politics that goes on in corporate. Customer Service/Sal… more

After 6 months of searching, I’ve had two companies ghost me this month alone after promising to schedule interviews. One even rescheduled a 2nd-round and then went totally silent. We put so much effo… more

I’m 57. The age discrimination is prevalent. I interviewed for two door to door sales jobs and two retail store positions in the last few weeks. I have experience in both. They were Teams meetings int… more

I raised a concern informally and was advised to go through HR instead. Now I am worried about how formal things might become. How do I protect myself when escalating issues?

I’m starting to look for a new job, but I’m stressing about the notice period. I told my boss I’d give her 3 months' notice because we're close and I thought I was going back to school, but I … more

I have had five interviews the last six weeks and hadn’t gotten feedback from any of them. So I emailed the recruiters who contacted me or left voicemails for HR for the companies. “Hi, this is xxxxx.… more

HR sent a wellbeing survey today and I said uhhhh welll... on every question. I did not want to lie, but I also did not want to overshare. How honest am I supposed to be when HR asks about stress and … more

I received a job offer on Friday, right after being fired from my current job. I knew I was quitting, but didn't expect to be fired, so I'm worried about them rescinding the offer. The firing … more

I’m currently unemployed, and the only interview invites I’m getting are for roles I have zero interest in. I know I should be grateful for the leads, but I’m tempted to just say no so I don't was… more

I had a moment today where a small comment stuck with me longer than it should have. It made me question myself more than the situation deserved. It feels like I can't shake this off... What can … more

I am realising that being “good at my job” does not automatically mean I enjoy it. That thought feels uncomfortable to admit. Are you good at your job? Or do you enjoy working? I know in this market, … more

I am noticing how quickly old work habits come back. The late replies, the pressure, the need to prove myself. I just want to set better boundaries this year without feeling guilty... How can I do tha… more

Do background checks show if you were fired? I got let go from my last job for performance, but I think it was actually a cost-cutting move. I’m filling out apps that ask if I was fired or asked to re… more

I am thinking a lot about money versus wellbeing. I want stability and growth, but I also want energy left at the end of the day. How can I weigh those things without feeling like I am compromising?

After a month of interviewing and a clean background check, a company told me I’d be brought on once they finished reference checks. It’s now been 6 weeks. I was honest about my short work history (lo… more

I have interviews coming up and I feel out of practice. I know my experience is solid, but my confidence feels shaky. How do I rebuild confidence after time off without forcing it?

I literally cannot get a job right now. I am a 23 year old young lady and I have applied to MULTIPLE jobs and no one is hiring me. I have experienced in management for 3 years, I have worked with peop… more