Bloomberg Analytics Sales interview questions

Got a telephone interview about a week after submitting application. Interview took about 30 minutes. We first went over my CV and cover letters which was followed by sales question competency questions and a puzzle. Some questions: Why Bloomberg? What does Bloomberg do? Who is competition? Why you? What do you understand that the job involves? Interview was easier than anticipated. Make sure you follow the daily news and understand what position you are applying for.

I had 1 initial phone interview that lasted about 15-20 minutes. I was then called in for a super-day in the New York office, which consisted of 2, 30-minute interviews (1 with someone in sales, 1 with someone in analytics). They gave us a tour of the building and a demo of the terminal. No prior knowledge of the terminal is required. I got the internship and eventually got a full-time offer! Phone Interview Questions: Tell me about yourself. Tell me about a piece of financial news you have been following. What do you know about Bloomberg? Why sales and analytics? In-Person Interview Questions: Similar to phone interview, but with a little more in depth. Went through my resume and asked me specific questions about each bullet point (know your resume in depth). Sell me this pencil. How many gas stations are in the United States? Why Bloomberg over an investment bank? What are 3 strengths and 3 weaknesses? Tell us about a time when you took a leadership role working in a group. What are the qualities of a good salesperson?