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What kind of people are most successful/satisfied

What characteristics do the achievers in the company usually share? What products are in the development stage right now? What are your growth projections for next year?

V.,rhe are your competitors?

In what ways is a career with your company better Li}anone with your competitors? Or what makes it different from competitors?

How would you describe the company environment and values? Do you fIll positions from the outside or promote from within first? What computer systems and software are used? Will I be trained? What is the management philosophy? Quality of management? (per,sonality / management style) What are the industry trends?

What are the opportunities for personal growth within the company? Identify typical career paths based on past records. What is the realistic time frame for advancement?

How can you utilize my skills? What skills are especially important? What characteristics do the achievers in the company usually share?

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18 Central Park Street (516)

Any town, NY 14788

555-1212

Effiily (Title) ABC corporation 1 Industry Plaza Anytown, NY 12096

I enjoyed our meeting on Monday, December -, l~. I was greatly impressed with you and your company. Thank you for taking the time to discusS the duties and responsibilities of the position. From our conversation, I feel confident in my ability to reach and exceed your expectations. I have a positive attitude and a solid track record that proves I have surpassed high quotas at ____ ------. In addition, my two years of cold calling sales experience and my strong closing skills, will be an asset to your firm. I am looking forward to spending a day in the field with an ABC representative. I will telephone you later this week to set up an appointment for my second interview.

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James Sharpe