How to Answer: What attracts you to this industry?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Account Executive job interview.
16. What attracts you to this industry?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
The interviewer is trying to see if you have done any research on their industry. They also want to know if you have sold to clients in their industry before and see what knowledge you have of it.
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What to Avoid
If you have never sold in this industry before then avoid discussing industries that don't relate to the company or role. Avoid discussing things that are negative about the industry or things that you have heard that are not great.
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How to Answer
Discuss the research that you have done in the industry and why you think their product or service is one you would like to sell. If you have never sold in the industry, then discuss a previous role where you didn't know much about it but were still successful in selling their products or services.
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Answer Example
"I have done some research on your industry and know that although you are a newer company your product is one that is really attracting a lot of curiosity in the market. It has a unique platform that is beneficial to your clients and opens up a lot of opportunities for those who really want to engage with their customers in a thoughtful way. When I was at ABC company they were also new in their industry but after a few short months, I was able to help them grow in revenue and was even a part of the training and development of the account executive team.
Written by Judy Smith on March 13th, 2022