Teeofftimes.co.uk Sales Consultant Review

by Golfbreaks.com

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • I enjoyed working for Golfbreaks, the companies working environment is very good.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • There are plenty of 'rewards' which ensure staff feel their work is valued.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was given constant feedback on work, and constructive advice on how I could improve in the future

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Due to the seasonality of the business, there are periods where it is quiet, and times when you are 100% busy, but on the whole there were no issues

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given complete responsibility on one task to set up a new aspect of sales which was fantastic

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • As the company is so well run, it was an excellent company to be part of and has laid fantastic foundations for my management skills.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • It was very enjoyable and fun, but not detracting from the work. Work hard, play hard sums it up.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • I was the first placement student in this department, so it was a learning curve for everyone, but there were no problems.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I felt I was as involved in any training as the full-times staff.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • National Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was told I would be welcome back, and if I didn't already have plans, would strongly consider it.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • The social scene within Golfbreaks is one of the best aspects. Everyone gets involved, Friday drinks after work is always good fun!

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Windsor is a fairly expensive place. I lived right in the centre of town, which wasn't cheap, but it is possible to live only a few minutes drive away which reduces costs a lot.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • There are plenty of bars and clubs in Windsor and the surrounding area.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There are regular 'Familiarisation Trips' to venues (which are free!!) which all staff are able to go on and are great fun, and usually to some very good golf courses!!

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Sales

Scotland

November 2009

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