Exec/Management return on investment (ROI), profit and
loss statements (P&L), strategic planning, tactical planning
and execution, leadership training, business campaigns,
growth and expansion, fast track
Salesterritory management, quotas, sales producer, sales
campaign, gross per unit, renewal rate, team building, cross-
functional, sustained revenue, hands-on, emerging markets
Marketingcustomer relations management (CRM), turn-
around, profitability, target market, world class, vision, oper-
ating infrastructure, change initiatives, market penetration
Technologyinformation systems management, next-gen-
eration products, data mining, online customer support,
broadband, turnkey network solutions, customer-driven,
prototyping, troubleshooting
These are only a sample of the words you will discover once
you begin to make up your own collection of industry words.
Your Position—Your Words: An Exercise
Take time to write down the key words and jargon used in your
position and in your industry. This will prepare you for a wide
range of questions you’ll be asked.
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Perfect Phrases for the Perfect Interview