What are the top transferable skills for sales? I would say communication, both oral and written, and time management/self management. What do you think?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I'd say communication and time management are definitely skills one needs in sales. And while I'm not sure if it's a skill or a personality trait, I'd say the ability to think on one's feet is very important. We're often required to go off the script, and being able to function while improvising can be key. And, it's also good to possess a sense of humor, or at least a sense of perspective that lets you keep moving along no matter what obstacles may present themselves.

like

Great points!

I agree with you on those. I also think networking and relationship building are a must. You are the people you know, and usually, my network gives me the best deals.

like

You’re right. I hate networking. I think that’s why i didn’t put it down!

I'd say those and multitasking. This has been the hardest thing for me to manage. I am constantly juggling 30 different action items while moving a million miles an hour.

like

This is what my work feels like too!

Perseverance, networking and connections and storytelling

like

Agreed!

Customer service is good, but it’s also being empathetic to a point where we can read people. So you can help guess their needs and get them to say yes to your deal.

like

That’s great. Thanks!

Related Posts

Openings in Accenture India for all SAP and non-sap skills set. Min exp required 2.5 yrs. If you are interested and have not applied in last 6 months can DM me for refferals. Accenture Tata Consultancy Deloitte EY ZS Associates Capgemini Infosys

like

Getting ready to study for the CAMS exam. Do I need anything extra besides just studying the study guide and practice exam over and over. I’ve read online about people using AML assassin; is it worth it?

like

#LTIMINDTREE is Hiring for Multiple Profiles.

Interested can DM Emailids with Jobcode to APPLY!!

Post Photo
like

I use timers to keep track of my billable hours, but many senior associates and partners have told me that they just estimate their time. What’s the best method? How do you even accurately estimate?

like

Can we get a thread going of Senior Product Designer salaries.

I am currently a contractor and make $65/hr.

like

Hey folks! Anyone know of any charities that encourage girls/women in tech & business that need volunteers in Charlotte NC ??

like

Anyone know of any stores in Chicago that buy used furniture? I have a massive and heavy executive desk I want to sell that will require movers to transfer, so I feel like I can’t go the usual routes of Facebook and Craigslist with much success. Any recs would be SO appreciated!

Post Photo
like

P&T All-hands 👀

What's the process for leaving the firm? Is there a formal process that I have to go through or do I just tell my PML that I took another opportunity and I'm out in 2 weeks?

like

What is the Senior Product Manager salary at Microsoft for someone who joined from IIM and got promoted internally? Does it match with someone joining as SPM?
Microsoft

like

I hope everybody received 2k Amazon voucher as Xmas gift

like

Hello all, I am currently working at EY India as a SCon in the risk advisory service line post my MBA. I have 2 offers in hand please suggest.
YOE - 2 years 9 months

PwC SDC - Senior Associate 1 - 17 LPA fixed plus 2.5L joining bonus woth 18 months lock in. Permanent wfh.

Deloitte India - Deputy Manager - 17LPA foxed no joining bonus. Chennai location.

Any suggestion would help. My joining dates are approaching faster.

With the pandemic, how long should I wait before checking in with hiring on status of my candidacy? Is checking in 2 weeks post callback too early?

like

Need a suggestion for a secret Santa gift for a female Chinese coworker. We don't work together, so your guess is as good as mine.

like

I recently accepted a job that I quite overqualified for because I’m in need of a job. I got hired as a Marketing Manager and work directly with the Marketing Director. Come to find out my director is still in school and has absolutely no marketing experience. She’s been with the company for 4 months. They seem to want to utilize my complete skills set and make up for her lack of marketing knowledge but maintain her position as director and pay me a entry level marketing manager salary. Advice?

like

I have two offer as an electrical designer of Jacobs and Worley Which company i should join? Jacobs and Worley

like

Hi Fishes

Joined My new company this Jan. My previous income was not eligible for tax slabs. Now while adding the income from Apr 21-Mar 2022 it's become 5.9 LPA. I don't have any investments and in my new company I declared the same. The only tax exemption I have is PF contribution and professional tax. I have only 25K PF contribution and 2.5K professional tax. So while calculating the tax I am getting 15K as tax payable. How can I avoid this 15k. Kindly pour your suggestions. TIA.

Post Photo
like

Hi Fishes,

If anyone is looking for Business Analyst role then please give me your mail id.
Domain - Capital Market
Experience -4-6

Company - PwC LLP

Somehow my DM is disabled even though I have enough likes so if interested, please share your mail id, will connect with you.

Did anyone come to know about your tier or hike or bonus? Please do share...
Soooo much waiting....

likehelpful

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal