Feb 28

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From Installation to Sales: A Machine Enthusiast's Commitment to 'Long-term Relationships'

株式会社トーエイ

What I realized in the installation job was the inadequacy of relationships that end on the spot. Because I love machines, I want to maintain a long-term relationship even after implementation. The reason I deliberately chose a sales job where 99% of approaches are rejected, and the joy of being present when customers say 'it was good', and the determination behind it are discussed.

Q&A Interview

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Please tell me about your current job. (00:06)

I am a sales representative for office automation (OA) eq...

What does your job specifically entail? (00:34)

Often, companies receive sales calls, and similarly, we m...

What led you to transition from your previous job to sales? (01:21)

Previously, I worked in the same industry, installing cop...

What was the deciding factor in choosing a sales job? (02:30)

Initially, I was open to various options, but when I cons...

What was the first thing that confused you when you started sales? (03:20)

As a first-time salesperson, I was confused. Previously, ...

What is the most nerve-wracking part of your job? (04:04)

It might seem like closing deals, but it's actually the c...

Please share a memorable failure story. (06:09)

Once, I forgot to get a signature on a contract. It happe...

What is the most joyful moment at work? (06:45)

The most joyful moments are when we solve a customer's pr...

What do you find mentally challenging? (07:50)

Mentally, it's tough when I struggle to secure meetings o...

What is physically demanding about your job? (08:22)

Physically, it's demanding to spend all day making calls ...

About work-life balance... (09:33)

I love my job, and being in my second year of sales, I st...

Do you like machines? (10:28)

Yes, I do. My first job was also in the OA sector, so I'v...

What sparked your interest in machines? (11:09)

My father was fond of electronic gadgets. I grew up with ...

Where do you see yourself in five years? (11:39)

Whether it's with my current company or another, I envisi...

What advice would you give to someone aspiring to be a salesperson? (12:16)

Given the diverse range of products we handle, memorizing...

Corporate sales

Machine enthusiast

Multifunction device sales

OA equipment sales

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株式会社トーエイ

木村圭介千葉県

https://www.toeig.co.jp/

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