I had a coffee chat with Jihye, who is preparing for a job, through LinkedIn, and shared advice related to sales.
Although my advice may have been insufficient, I was grateful to hear that it was helpful to Jihye. I was also deeply encouraged by her resilience in getting back up after setbacks.
I believe this experience can be helpful to those who are looking for coffee chats related to IT sales recruitment.
Thank you for helping me achieve my vision.
My vision is to help others, particularly in areas like career development and job search guidance. Though it may seem small, I was able to help Jihye, who reached out to me for a coffee chat through LinkedIn. That's how I achieved a part of my vision!
Jihye has a wealth of experience across various roles, including engineering, technical support, operations management, digital marketing, and business development. However, due to personal circumstances, she's currently preparing to re-enter the job market.
Jihye expressed interest in learning about 'how to sales.' As a relatively inexperienced salesperson with a limited track record of success, I was quite worried about what kind of help I could offer.
Instead of focusing on specific tactics, I simply emphasized the reasons behind my career shift into sales and the mindset I adopt in my work. I also advised her on developing her questioning skills as a salesperson, utilizing various job platforms, and identifying her strengths and passions, connecting them to her work experience and achievements.
Honestly, the advice I gave was quite basic and something many others could offer, which made me feel a bit embarrassed. If I had more experience and accomplishments, I could have provided more insightful counsel. Despite that, Jihye expressed her gratitude for my assistance, and I'm the one who feels thankful.
While her current situation may be frustrating and disheartening, I felt compelled to encourage her proactive efforts to get back on her feet and restart. I wanted to applaud her for taking that step forward without fear, even if it's into the unknown.
If you're looking for IT sales talent, I think a coffee chat with someone like Jihye might be worthwhile :)