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Job-Seeking Tips
Job-search strategies for sales & technical pros. CV templates, interview prep and salary insights tailored to Australia’s building-products sector.


What Makes a Great Building Products Sales Rep? An Industry Insider's View
If you've been selling windows, cladding, lighting or insulation for a few years, you probably already know most of this. But stick around. There might be something here worth thinking about before your next career move. I've been recruiting sales talent in the Australian building products industry for over a decade now. That's a lot of conversations with BDMs, Account Managers, Specification Managers and Sales Directors across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Some of those co
James Bowesman
7 days ago4 min read


LinkedIn Profile Upgrade — Sales Roles (Copy-Ready Prompt + How to Use)
AI can make profile optimisation faster and smarter. I shared this easy copy-ready prompt. Here’s the full prompt, plus practical tips to get the most from it. A quick easy tool to optimise your linkedin profile for any salesperson.

James Bowesman
Sep 9, 20256 min read


AI For Building Products: The Ultimate ChatGPT Plan-Reading Prompt
AI can make plan reading faster and smarter for sales teams. This simple ChatGPT prompt reads drawings like a seller, surfaces sales angles and suggests next steps. I used it for a technical BDM role in protective coatings and the result was outstanding.

James Bowesman
Sep 7, 20255 min read


The Ultimate Interview Hack (That Also Works for Client Meetings)
AI can slash your prep time. This Gemini prompt gave me a ready-to-use briefing for a technical BDM role in protective coatings—no scrolling, no fluff.

James Bowesman
Jul 28, 20252 min read
Inside the Building Products Talent Market- A Q&A with James Bowesman and Michael Smith from Spec Up
Exciting Q&A I had the please of doing with an industry leader

James Bowesman
Jul 13, 20257 min read
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