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It’s still unclear whether or not our economy has started to recover, but one of the first sectors that will open up new positions are commission-based sales opportunities. These jobs are a vital part of any business and since employees usually only make money when they complete a sale, it is cheap to use these types of jobs as “feelers” for a particular market share. Applicants should be warned that these jobs have historically had high turnover rates. Reasons for this vary from unfamiliarity with working on a commission-basis (as opposed to a salary or hourly position) to just simply not being suited to the sales field.

Asking questions in an interview help you establish how you fit within the organizational culture, and demonstrate your communication skills, interest in the job and knowledge of the company.

Why did you leave your last job? The reason you give at your next job interview could be the deciding factor in your job selection.

You get the call that Big Name Company wants to interview you. You know they will be interviewing others and you really want this job. How can you stand out among a crowd? What will they ask and how should you answer? Here’s a quick list of popular job interview questions and how your answers can help you land the job you want.