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Upcoming Sales Career Transition Guide

A new practical guide specifically designed for sales professionals, titled "Sales Career Strategy: Achieving Results and Satisfaction," is set to be released by Nippon Jitsugyo Publishing on October 14, 2025. Produced by Shogo Umeda, the first head of the sales-focused recruitment agency "SQiL Career Agent" operated by Cerebrix Co., Ltd., this book serves as a comprehensive reference for individuals at any stage of their career transition, from initial contemplation to post-employment startup strategies.

Overview of the Guide

The book covers everything from resume writing to interview preparation and strategic onboarding post-career change, aiming to bridge the gap between sales professionals' achievements and their future employers’ expectations. In a field as diverse as sales, where job roles can vary significantly based on industry and products, simply drafting a resume is often insufficient. Many candidates struggle to translate their accomplishments and skills into a replicable success narrative for prospective employers.

Recent research conducted by Cerebrix Sales Comprehensive Research Institute and SQiL reveals that one in three sales job seekers grapple with articulating their sales styles and processes. Furthermore, 80% reported having felt a disconnect between their application documents and interview experiences. This underscores the need for a dedicated guide.

Key Focus Areas Addressed

To address these challenges, the book introduces practical approaches tailored for sales roles, guiding readers on how to effectively market themselves. It promotes a method called "Five Element Breakdown" which helps candidates clarify their unique strengths and reposition interviews as strategic proposal opportunities. This not only empowers individuals to present their credentials convincingly but also equips them with the skills required to navigate challenging recruitment processes successfully.

Book Contents

• - Chapter 1: Considerations Before Deciding to Transition Careers
• - Chapter 2: Beginning the Sales Career Transition Process
• - Chapter 3: Connecting Yourself with Potential Employers
• - Chapter 4: Strategies from Decision-Making to Preparation
• - Chapter 5: Onboarding Strategies Until Results Are Achieved
• - Chapter 6: Dialogue: “Own Your Career” – Insights from Akira Imai on Sales Careers

Author Biography

Shogo Umeda was born in January 1987 and graduated from the Sophia University Faculty of Economics, specializing in Business Administration. With over ten years of dedicated experience in various sales roles—ranging from pharmaceutical sales to SaaS—Umeda joined Cerebrix in February 2022. He initially led the launch of SQiL Career Agent, focusing exclusively on recruitment for sales professionals, and currently oversees multiple human resource services as the head of Career & Recruiting.

He has effectively guided over 2,000 sales professionals through job consultations and interviews, solidifying his expertise in the field.

Additional Book Information

• - Book Title: "Sales Career Strategy: Achieving Results and Satisfaction"
• - Author: Shogo Umeda
• - Publisher: Nippon Jitsugyo Publishing
• - Release Date: October 14, 2025
• - Price: ¥1,980 (tax included)

Available for purchase at all major bookstores and online retailers, including Amazon.
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About Cerebrix

Cerebrix is dedicated to transforming business processes through the power of human resources, becoming a key player in clients' growth. With expertise in sales, marketing, recruitment, and business process transformation (BPX), they have supported over 1,400 companies, including major manufacturers and successful start-ups, to tackle real-world challenges collaboratively.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Cerebrix Co., Ltd.
• - Headquarters: 3-7-18 Ariake, Koto, Tokyo, Japan, 135-0063
• - CEO: Kazuki Kitagawa
• - Established: May 1998
• - Business Areas: Sales and marketing activities, recruitment, and business process transformation focused on retail and public BPO sectors.
• - Website: Cerebrix

For inquiries about this article, please contact Shogo Umeda at [email protected].