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Stride Marketing is currently experiencing a period of sustained growth and therefore has a number of openings to work with our company. Please read on for further details on the two main areas of recruitment. Sales Programme:
Start off learning the basics of the sales and marketing industry, whilst having lots of fun and earning some great money. The sales programme is designed to be flexible and productive, giving people the opportunity to learn in an excellent working environment. Candidates will discover all aspects of client representation and customer acquisition, work on their sales techniques and develop skills in body language, tone of voice and handling objections.
No experience is required for this programme, as full product training can be provided and a great attitude towards learning is more valuable than anything else. Smart appreance will always be crucial for those who wish to represent multi-national clients, but you will find plenty of guidance and assistance from our friendly team at every level.
This programme is ideal for people who are hard-working, fun-loving, with excellent communication skills. There is limited responsibility on this level, so if you just need to make some money and learn some new things, apply online!
Business Development Programme:
Aimed at individuals with plenty of ambition and natural flair, the B.D.P is a 5-stage structure leading to management responsibilities and increased earning potential. We are currently looking for people to “lead from the front” and show others around the office what it means to be a great example. With our proven track record for our clients, Stride Marketing requires self-motivated, driven individuals to expand our organisation further and take us to the next level.
Everyone has to learn how the business works, so there will naturally be some basic sales techniques and some time spent on the sales programme to give you some grounding. After that; it's up to you! The 5 stages are not time-restricted; how quickly you progress is entirely based on performance, not politics.
The 5 stage structure is known as the Cycle of Development – please follow the link below for detailed descriptions of what would be expected at each level. Throughout the Business Development Programme, you will be given the opportunity to hear from some of the very best minds in our industry and continuous support and trouble-shooting avenues will be open to everyone at any stage. We pride ourselves on the depth of personal development our people go through as well as professional. Motivational seminars and specialised training events are organised to maximise your strengths and turn your weaknesses into assets.
The Business Development Programme is not for the weak-willed…in order for someone to progress to the highest level; they must exhibit the highest standards in communication, time and money management, leadership and enthusiasm. If you enjoy a challenge and want to progress sooner rather than later, apply online.
Travel
Through our professional associations, there are numerous opportunities for National and International travel. Whether you want to learn from an expert in sales or be guided through the recruitment process, the Cobra Network of companies spans the globe in over 20 countries. Recently, we have seen representatives from Stride Marketing visiting Kuala Lumpur , Spain , Holland , Dubai , Germany as well as several locations across the UK and we have every reason to expect this trend to continue over the next 18 months. Conventions in Portugal , Australia and New Zealand are already in the pipeline, along with nearly every major city on home ground including London , Birmingham , Manchester and Newcastle .
National training events organised on behalf of our clients are a regular occurrence; never before has the dissemination of information been more important or exciting! Personal development seminars can be arranged with motivational speakers and top experts in various fields providing an ideal learning environment, tailored to the individual.
Whether you fantasise about setting up your business in a foreign country, or just fancy the chance to see new places and mix with different cultures, Stride Marketing can provide the opportunity to realise your dreams. National travel varies from one-day seminars and meetings to week-long working experiences in diverse offices and locations.
Of course, leaving your chosen city for however long will always be an option you are free to turn down. However, with the choice of venues and agenda, we are confident you'll get the travel bug just as much as we have!
Recognition for Performance
Everyone likes being told they’ve done well, and here at Stride Marketing, we reward individuals for their achievements at every level. Whether it’s a promotion on the business development programme, or a specific goal being hit, we make sure hard work never goes unnoticed.
The daily progress meetings are an ideal medium for such recognition, but we also ensure regional and national acclaim at training events throughout the year for those interested in the bigger picture. Watching our people develop, overcome obstacles and receive client and partnership awards fills everyone at Stride Marketing with an immense amount of pride and we are looking forward to a continuation of this trend over the coming months.
Transferable skills
Whether or not the sales and marketing industry is the place for you in the long term, Stride Marketing can provide you with some incredible skills to help you stand out from the crowd. With an intense programme being condensed into such a short space of time, you’ll find it nearly impossible NOT to learn something new very quickly. Here are a few examples:
- Self Management – Learning to manage yourself can be one the most valuable, and difficult, things to master. We provide lots of support to enable people to grasp why and how they should make this a top priority.
- Motivational Skills – The ability to motivate yourself and others is rare, and Stride Marketing is always looking to educate people in this area, from seminars with Anthony Robbins, to one-on-one mentoring.
- Leadership Qualities – One of the major aspects of the Business Development Programme is obviously leadership. No matter how far you progress on this scheme, you will find leadership tips along the way.
- ConfidenceBuilding – Whether you are transferring from University/College into the “real world”, or looking to gain more experience, having the confidence to go for it can be the difference between failure and success. As the programmes are tailored to the individual, we can focus on specific areas so you can “face your fears.”
- Public Speaking – Part of our business can involve getting up in front of successful people and telling them your story. We’ll give you loads of guidance in this area and make sure you dazzle the rest with your wit, vocabulary and standard of knowledge!
- Thinking “outside the box” – This phrase has hit the big time with businesses over the past 5 years and Stride Marketing provides specific meetings to assist your growth in this area. These are usually centred on games, so you can have fun and learn at the same time!
- Customer Service – As we work on behalf of some of the biggest corporations in the UK, customer service is of paramount importance. In turn, we dedicate a large percentage of our time to making sure our people have all the background training to ensure they hold customer service in the same high regard.
- Negotiation Skills – Working with customers, clients, managers and colleagues on a daily basis will encourage anybody to hone their negotiation techniques! Specific time is spent on this topic so individuals can get the best out of their business relationships.
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