First impressions mean a lot, and you know this because in sales you make first impressions constantly. When preparing for an interview, learn everything you can about the company. Be prepared to answer specific questions, and formulate a few to ask your interviewer as well. Makes sure you dress accordingly for a professional interview by following business professional guidelines. For men this means dress slacks, dress shoes, a long-sleeved dress shirt and tie. Women will want to wear either dress slacks or conservative skirt/blouse combination, and dress shoes. Our clients are currently seeking to fill an account executive job. Northern VA job-seekers should remember that there is no second chance to make a first impression. Also remember to convey through your actions that you want the account manager job. Va competition is tough, so be at your best! We're all counting on you.
We have many clients in Virginia, but we also serve the entire DC metropolitan area. Always remember that the interview is the first real step into the door of the company. The typical account executive job Northern VA companies seek to fill requires someone who thinks well on their feet. You may be asked questions you haven't heard before. Often, the interviewer just wants to know you can think clearly. Apply yourself during the interview, and your chances are greatly increased. At CMI, we will only match you with a company once we're sure you are a good fit.
Follow up all interviews with a simple thank-you note. It can be through an e-mail, but it should preferably be an actual letter written on actual paper. You want to reiterate that you want the account manager job (VA, DC, or wherever in the region it is). Often, this simple step can make the difference between a second interview or not.