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Professional Sales

The Professional Sales career community is focused on the fundamental, specialized and complex skills and techniques needed to successfully manage an organization’s sales objectives to their customers and clients. This community will provide students exposure to various sales functional areas such as sports and entertainment, technology, medical services,  Biotechnology, products and services, financial services and much more.  The Professional Sales community will provide opportunities for students to learn from and interact with local and national companies from various industries to navigate a successful career path in these disciplines.

 

 

 

Increase Your Sales Knowledge, Check Out These 10 Sales Blogs

Learning never stops.  While your coursework, experience and current knowledge is a solid foundation of career assets it is simply not enough to excel in your field.  Those who have intellectual curiosity, ask questions and demonstrate passion will have a leg up in the application process as well as in the job market.  One place to start is by looking at Blog.close.com which ranks 10 sales blogs that are worth reading and following.  These blogs provide industry knowledge, identify trends …

By Paul Stanish
Paul Stanish Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Spice Up Your Resume

When it comes to your resume, the challenge is to accurately reflect your skills and accomplishments, without overexaggerating. Certain buzzwords can sometimes feel vague, overused, or cliché. Check out these alternatives to clearly portray your skills and experience in an engaging and exciting way.

By Hailey Jennato
Hailey Jennato Creative Graphic Designer
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How to Lead Effective Meetings

Meetings can sometimes feel draining and pointless. It’s easy to go around in circles, get distracted, and never accomplish your objectives. Learning to run meetings effectively is a critical skill for both your academic and professional life. Effective meetings produce better results and don’t waste anyone’s time. Here’s a few strategies you can use to ensure your meetings are productive.

By Hailey Jennato
Hailey Jennato Creative Graphic Designer
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Don’t Miss the KPMG Ideation Challenge! Team Registration Deadline of 11/17/22

Looking to crack complex business issues with data-driven ideas and the power of technology? Now is your chance to fire up your synapses and solve the problems of tomorrow using the power of your business, technology, and data and analytics knowledge.  Check out the flyer below to learn more about the KPMG Ideation Challenge!  More information can be found HERE on Handshake.

By Melissa J. Sawyer
Melissa J. Sawyer Senior Associate Director/Operations Manager, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Vault Guides

Vault Guide to Sales Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews

The Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews contains essential tips for preparing for and acing behavioral interview questions. These questions (which …

Vault Guide to Entrepreneurial Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Career Resources

BENTLEY UNIVERSITY CAREER CLOSET

PURPOSE

The University Career Center wants all students to be successful regardless of their financial circumstances. The closet will provide …

Contact & Location

Phone
781.891.2165
Address

Undergraduate Career Development
Pulsifer Career Development Center
LaCava Center 225
175 Forest Street
Waltham, MA 02452

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Career Development 2023-2024 Hours of Operation First-Year and Sophomore Drop-In Hours
Monday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm-3:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm-3:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm-3:00pm
Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm-3:00pm
Friday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm-3:00pm

Visit our Staff Page to see Career Community Coach’s Individual Drop-In Hours for JUNIORS & SENIORS.