Stop Applying, Start Selling: Land Your Dream Sales Role with Jake Citrano | Career Hack 26

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In this episode of Career Hack, Brandon Amoroso sits down with Jake Citrano, Founder and GTM Recruiter at ClosedWon Talent, to uncover the secrets to breaking into the competitive world of sales. Whether you're a recent graduate or an aspiring sales professional, Jake shares actionable strategies to help you stand out, ace interviews, and kickstart your career. From leveraging AI tools to perfecting your pitch, this episode is packed with insights to give you the edge in today's job market.

Key topics:

🌟 The Key Traits of Successful Sales Candidates.

📹 Standing Out in a Crowded Market.

🤖 AI’s Impact on Sales Careers.

🎯 Quality Over Quantity: Why a targeted application strategy beats the "spray and pray" approach.

🧠 Tips to communicate confidence, answer key questions, and close next steps like a pro.

Timestamps:

🎙️ Introduction to Jake Citrano (00:00:00)

🔄 Jake’s Journey into Recruiting and Founding ClosedWon Talent (00:01:27)

📈 Key Traits of Successful Entry-Level Sales Candidates (00:02:35)

💡 Standing Out in a Crowded Job Market (00:05:27)

🤖 The Role of AI in Sales and Recruitment (00:07:51)

🏆 How to Showcase Initiative and Prepare for Sales Interviews (00:09:15)

🔍 Assessing Career Growth and Cultural Fit in a Sales Role (00:15:00)

📊 The Value of Entry-Level Sales Experience and Transitioning Roles (00:18:08)

🎯 Mastering Interview Techniques and Handling Objections (00:24:12)

📬 Closing Thoughts and Where to Connect with Jake Citrano (00:29:02)

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