(1) Interview a Sales Professional

The goal of the interview is for you to learn about the careers open to you as a sales professional. Here are some suggested areas for you to ask questions about:

(a) What was the career path for this sales professional up to now? (Their background in sales)

(b) What education did they have before entering sales? What did they major in during college?

(c) In their sales positions- what training have they received from their employers?

(d) What do they attribute their success to?

(e) What types of compensation have they experienced? (Do not ask about their income - the topic here is about commission versus salary or hourly wage)

(f) What one bit of advice would they offer to you that you can implement as you proceed in your education/career