Since most people do not go to high school or college anticipating becoming a leasing consultant, many interviewers will assume that you are interested in furthering your career—as you should be. This question allows you to provide this information to your interviewer. “I intend to work as a leasing consultant for a few years, but I would eventually like to own my own property management company” is a great answer as long as it is truthful. “I have not focused on the future yet, but I am very dedicated to my career and I have the education and experience it takes to do the job well” is another good answer if you are unsure about the future.
- Why do you make you a great salesperson?
- Why is customer service important for a leasing consultant?
- How do you use technology to organize your work? …
- What kind of lodges/properties have you dealt with in the past? …
- How do you manage priorities when working with multiple deadlines?
I Had a Job Interview As a Leasing Consultant for an Apartment Community
Why should people rent houses/apartments in this building/complex/location?
Unless you understand the benefits a new resident will gain from living in the place, you will find it hard to close deals. People must feel your enthusiasm to get in the right mood to say YES at the end of the meeting. Take a sheet of paper and try to write down the benefits the place offers to the residents.
This can be anything from easy traffic connection and calm neighborhood, to wellness center and swimming pool at the rooftop.
It can be the best price but also the most expensive location, it can be an elementary school five minutes walk away or a street full of night clubs–this really depends on the tenants and their preferences. Each place has some advantages. You should be able to identify them and explain them to the interviewers, just as you would explain them to prospective residents.
Please tell us something about your working experience
Try to focus on relevant experience–anything in sales or customer service. You should explain how your previous roles prepared you for this job–for example you were answering phone calls from potential customers, you were selling something on the phone or in person, you had to understand your customer, you had to close the deals.
And if you apply for your very first job, ensure the interviewers that you understand the expectations, that you are a natural salesman (woman), and that you heard great things about their training program, and are sure that with your talent you will quickly get ready to excel in your job.
6. What distinguishes you from others?
Interviewers may ask this question to discover what sets you apart from other candidates. Describe any specific skills or information you have that may be useful in a leasing consultant role in your response. Remember to make your description brief and role-specific.
“My understanding of several groups is something that distinguishes me. After graduation, I traveled throughout the country and became involved in various places, from metropolitan to rural. Making contacts throughout the country has shaped my ideas about what individuals desire when renting a house, office, or other places. This understanding has enabled me to promote rental homes in a unique way from my competition.
