• 2-5 years Sales Management experience  a must
• College degree
• Proven leadership and ability to drive sales team

Job Description

LGI Homes is currently accepting applications for Sales Manager in the Houston area. The Sales Manager is responsible for directing a sales team and providing leadership towards the achievemnt of maximum profitability and growth in line with LGI Homes’ vision and values.  All candidates must be experienced sales managers and must be willing to work weekends.  No Real Estate experience is necessary, extensive training is provided.  LGI Homes has been recognized as the fastest growing private home builders in the United States and is among the most profitable.

Salary Range

$150,000+ per year

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Experienced sales professionals in the Austin, Texas area take note: LGI Homes is hiring!

Are you ready to join a hard-working, dynamic company that is beating expectations and re-writing the rules of home building? Our ideal candidate has:

1. 2-3 years of proven sales experience
2. A college-degree or equivalent work experience
3. A positive, take-charge attitude
4. A strong work-ethic
5. The ability to work closely with team members
6. A talent for educating prospective homebuyers on the benefits of our product

We provide extensive training for our sales representatives, and support them with positive and wide-reaching marketing campaigns that are laser-focused on our target customers. We also provide high-value products with award-winning quality—all at an affordable price. These factors—along with the strong, energetic teams we’ve assembled in our other markets—have made LGI Homes a highly-profitable, closely-watched company with boundless prospects, creating multiple opportunities and ample earnings for our employees.

Our momentum is strong—over 600 homes sold in 2011—and while other builders languish, we’re striding forward into a number of opportunities in Texas and Arizona. Check out our current job openings and see whether or not working for LGI Homes is right for you!

See also:
Dallas job openings
Austin administrative assistant needed
Construction manager needed in Austin

Our commitment to affordable, quality-built homes has helped us to become one of the most successful homebuilders in the industry.

But LGI Homes hasn’t just been putting people to work—the company is also dedicated to creating a positive work environment. That commitment was recognized by Texas Monthly magazine when it named LGI Homes one of the best companies to work for in 2012. The award singled out LGI Homes for promoting “the integrity, happiness and success of its workforce” through a combination of professional philosophy, employment policy, and best practices.

In 2011, LGI Homes enjoyed a banner year, especially considering the slowly recovering economy. The company reported that it sold more than 600 properties among its communities in Houston, Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Dallas. LGI Homes’ success in these markets has enabled the company to expand into new territories such as Austin, Texas, and Phoenix, Arizona.

Since it was founded in 2003, LGI Homes has consistently been recognized as one of the most thriving homebuilders—not just in Texas, but also in the United States. Honored by INC Magazine as one of America’s fastest growing companies, its business model is deceptively simple: use smart marketing to target potential first-time buyers; offer them homes with thousands of dollars of upgrades included in the purchase price; design a community full of charm, ambience, and exceptional amenities; and sell it at an affordable price with monthly mortgages less than what apartment dwellers pay in rent.

That formula is why LGI Homes has increased its market share while other homebuilders are struggling to stay afloat. And it’s why LGI Homes will continue to be one of the best places to work for years to come.

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Group interviews tend to require you to interact with others, whether they be current employees or other potential candidates.

1. Group interviews tend to require you to interact with others, whether they be current employees or other potential candidates. Do your best to stay comfortable, open and engaged during these interactions. Interviewers are reviewing how you work and communicate with others, so maintain eye contact, stay composed, and get interested in the process of the interview as it unfolds.

2. Be prepared to speak. While group interview formats vary widely, most include a set exercise in which candidates have to speak in front of other job applicants, as well as the company’s interviewers. Before the interview, decide upon a one-two minute introduction of yourself (name, birthplace, education, work experience and personal details) that shows why you are the best candidate for the job. If you’re intimidated by speaking in front of others, take some time before the interview to practice calming techniques, or even practice your “spiel” in front of friends or family.

3. Consider your leadership skills. Some group interviews include exercises that seek to bring out the leadership potential in the present candidates. Remember to stay calm under pressure, and work with those in your group, as opposed to seeing them as competitors. Often the most likely indicator of a true leader is not that they corral others through force, but that groups naturally coalesce around their calm demeanor and desire for group consensus.

4. Be even in your attention. For group interviews in which more than one company interviewer is present, remember to be equitable in your interactions with all interviewers. Don’t always maintain eye contact with one interviewer, or ask one interviewer all of your questions. Most likely every employee in your interview are people with whom you would interact in your new position, so making a good impression on each one is imperative.

5. Don’t feel the need to be the moderator of the interview. That is, if you encounter another applicant who seems to be overtaking the interview in an aggressive way, the group interview is not the place to take them to task. Instead, rely on the fact that the interviewers will note the same behavior you have seen, and reject that person as a candidate on their own. Take the time to be encouraging and compassionate, but don’t feel the need to level the playing field or call out another candidate on their deficiencies!

6. Finally, remember that the usual interview rules apply. Show up to your group interview on time, dressed neatly and appropriately, and with a smile on your face. The group interview may be a newer interview format, but it still requires you to be the most professional and courteous version of yourself.

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Important parts of your job search is continually generating leads on open positions.

1. Figure out what you want. All the networking in the world won’t help you if you can’t figure out what sort of job position you truly want. Think seriously about what sort of position makes the most sense (and the best fit) for you. Do you want a global corporation? Or a “mom and pop” shop? Are you interested in a job that requires travel? Or would you rather work from home? Would you like to manage other employees? Or do you prefer working solo on projects, without much supervision? Knowing what you want makes it easier to evaluate potential positions and inform others about the type of work you’re looking for.

2. Make it memorable. It may seem cliché, but a well-crafted tagline can be vital to selling yourself as a person to be hired. Take the time to hone the message of your skills and desired position into a single sentence that you can easily remember, and that can be remembered by others. There’s a huge difference between a job seeker saying “I want to work as an electrician” and “I’m a fully trained, licensed and certified inside wireman looking for a foreman position in new homes construction.” Giving specifics helps others remember who you are and what you’re looking for, thereby increasing your chances of landing a plum lead.

3. Get focused. Remember that there are a number of ways in which you can focus your job
search. While many people search for jobs based on job title, there are other ways to approach your own job search. You could single out your strongest or most valuable skill and market that across industries; refine your search geographically or consider relocating to a more robust job market; concentrate on relevant positions or companies within a single industry; or extend your search out to groups with which you share common interests or characteristics, such as women’s career organizations or ethnic business bureaus. Re-focusing your search may open up new employment opportunities that you had never previously thought to explore, while exposing you to vast untapped networks full of potential leads.

4. Finally, don’t forget to keep your contacts and network connections fresh. Let people know on a regular basis (perhaps monthly) that you’re still in the market for a job, preferably using your finely-crafted job search tagline to do it. People’s lives are busy, and without hearing otherwise, they may assume that you’ve been hired already—passing that great lead on a job on to someone else, and not you. E-mails, meet-ups, online networks and the good old telephone call are all ways in which you can reach out to your friends, family, acquaintances and associates, keeping you top-most in their minds, and making them part of your ongoing search for the perfect job.

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Number 1: Alumni Networking
Alumni Networks have been around as long as colleges and universities, and for good reason. Graduates of particular institutions not only form life-long friendships with people during their collegiate years… they also tend to favorably view other graduates of the same institution, particularly when it comes to their suitability as a candidate for employment. Job seekers should be sure that they are receiving and reading their alumni magazines or newsletters, and keep tabs on graduates employed in their preferred industry. A personalized letter to a fellow alum in a powerful management or hiring position can be just the ticket to making in roads at a particular company; just be sure to mention your connection at the beginning of the letter. Also, alumni meet-ups and get-togethers are great ways to meet other local graduates and expand the circle of people who are helping you to find employment.

Number 2: Your Neighbors
Neighbors are another often-overlooked resource when it comes to looking for a job. While you may only know them as the people you wave to as you take out the trash, remember that your neighbors provide an avenue into various other social networks of which you are only tangentially a part—by virtue of the fact that you live near some of the people who are a part of them. Don’t be afraid to chat and get out the fact that you’re looking for a job. Tradespeople can benefit from referrals or hires by neighbors to do work (electricians can be the most popular neighbors on a block!) while white collar workers may benefit from a referral to business owners, HR reps or even hiring managers. You never know who your neighbors know until you ask… and then you may be surprised!

Number 3: Hobbyists and Enthusiasts
Hobbyists and enthusiasts are likely a part of your life already, particularly if you have a hobby that you follow passionately. One of those people you meet up with once a month in order to fly kites may own their own business; some of the members of the gardening club may be hiring managers looking for someone just like you. However loose your affiliation with other hobbyist or enthusiasts in your chosen pastime may be, you already have one of the key elements of successful networking in place: a strong connection that enables you to build relationships and expand the network of people that you know. Letting these casual acquaintances know that you’re looking for employment may open doors for you that may not have otherwise been open, had you not shared a passion and shared your search for a job.

While online social networking sites have become a staple stop in our search for employment, nothing can truly replace the strong social bonds that develop when we interact with people in the offline world. Making use of the social networks that you don’t interact with online can expand your possibilities, and create real opportunities for long-term and satisfying employment.

If a pay raise is on your mind, you should definitely take several aspects into consideration when approaching your boss.

1. Do your research.
What you should earn isn’t always a simple calculation, which is why many employers often include salary ranges in their job postings. Things like an employee’s work experience, education, particular skill set, the demands of the job, the local cost of living, and even the general size of the company can also affect how much a particular job may pay. Look at salary information websites such as thecareerproject.org or salary.com for salary details on various careers, trying to hone in on commensurate positions at similar-sized companies, for employees with similar experience and education to you. This research should yield you a general sense of what your prospective position should pay.

2. Be sure that you fully understand the job.
Having a detailed talk with your new employer about the demands of the job can give you a much better idea of what sort of work will be involved in your new position, and a much clearer idea of how your skills may make you more valuable in completing the work that will be assigned to you. Know up front the more demanding contingencies of the job, such as whether or not you will be managing others, if you’ll be expected to work off-hours like weekends or evenings, or whether or not travel will be involved. Having a clear idea of not just your core responsibilities but the extended expectations of the employer can help you assess what you feel would be fair remuneration for your work.

3. Be honest about your skills and abilities.
It can be easy for us to underestimate our own worth as an employee, but it can also be easy to over-grab for a salary or benefits that we may not necessarily merit. To help you objectively consider your worth, consider drafting a list of the ways in which your specific experience, education, connections or abilities enhance your ability to successfully accomplish the requirements and responsibilities of the job. If you can’t come up with a substantial list, it’s likely that your hiring company can’t either, so use this as a tool to keep your salary requests in-line and on-track.

4. Finally, stay realistic.
Your salary research should always compare apples to apples, not a corporate position in New York City with a non-profit job in the Heartland! Your employer, of course, doesn’t want to pay too much, but they also don’t want you to feel disgruntled or dissatisfied in your job; happy employees are always the most productive! Keep in mind that the range for your position’s salary was likely set long before the company ever met you, and was conceived in relation to the rest of the company’s budgetary concerns. You don’t want to squash your job offer by demanding too much compensation from a company that is simply unable to give it, but you also want to be paid fairly. Keep your eye on an agreement that will be palatable to both parties, and you’ll be much more likely to find success in your salary talks.

In Part Two of Salary Talks, we’ll cover the nitty-gritty of salary negotiation, including the best way to get into salary specifics without overly-tipping your hand.

• 2-3 years proven Sales Experience a must
• No real estate experience required
• College degree or equivalent work experience preferred

Job Description

LGI Homes is currently accepting applications for New Home Sales Consultants in the Austin area. All candidates must be experienced top producing sales people and must be willing to work weekends. No Real Estate experience is necessary, extensive training is provided.  LGI Homes has been recognized as the fastest growing private home builders in the United States and is among the most profitable.

Salary Range

From $90,000  to $300,000 per year (salary plus commission)

Apply Today!

Requirements:

• High school diploma
• 3 to 5 years of administrative experience
• Computer experience (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Non-smoker

General Duties:

• Report to work Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
• Answer and Operate Phone System
• Greet and handle walk-in clients and vendors.
• Various Administrative tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Daily Computer Data Input
• Prepare Weekly reports & submittals for management
• Order Supplies for Office
• Maintain Office & Project Files
• General Filing & Copying

Apply Today!

Start out right. As soon as you begin your job search, make sure that you have an organizational infrastructure in place that will help you to easily track the efforts you are making, as well as keep tabs on the progress of your applications at various companies. Those who prefer to work digitally may use folders on their computer to organize their applications, cover letters, and responses; others may set up paper files in a file drawer or in a tabletop file organizer. What you choose depends upon what allows you to work comfortably, efficiently and happily—there are no set rules, only preferences.

Be consistent. Any organizational system—no matter how brilliantly designed—is useless if used only sporadically, or without sustained effort. If you find yourself eschewing your organizational system and cutting corners either your system is too elaborate, or it is inadequate for your needs. Remember: staying organized can be as easy as keeping printouts of all of your applications and emails in one single folder; as long as you can easily find what you are looking for, and have a good idea of what work you have done and need to do, you can consider yourself organized.

Include the necessary details. A good organizational system will allow you to see—at a glance—where you are in your job search. Spreadsheet software is an excellent way to keep yourself organized, and might include column headers that allow you to track your progress, such as: Company name, Position applied for, Referral/Job Posting Source, Date applied, Application contact information, Date of response, Date of phone interview, Date of in-person interview, etc. Such a spreadsheet will not only keep you up-to-date, it will also allow you to easily see on which applications and contacts you need to follow up. You can also create a “Contacts” spreadsheet to help you track your efforts to generate leads and utilize your social networks.

Stay flexible. As you expend more effort into your job search, you’ll find that certain aspects of your organizational system aren’t working, and need to be changed. For instance, maybe you opted to create a paper filing system, but you find that keeping track on your smartphone is easier and more efficient for you. No organizational system should be set in stone; rather, it should adapt to you as your needs and activities change.

Keep your eye on the prize. Finally, it goes without saying that your job search has one goal: getting employed. While staying organized can help you tame the process of looking for a job, it shouldn’t become so central that it overshadows your work to find work. If you’re spending more time filing and indexing than you are applying for work, at best you’ve confused your priorities; at worst, you may be in denial about the labor involved in finding a new job. Using your organizational system to present a seamlessly professional and competent face to your potential employers will reward you in many ways, not least of which is the sanity you will keep on the road from unemployed to new hire. Just remember that organizational systems are merely a means to an end, not the end in itself, and you’re sure to make the best use of this simple but effective job searching tool.