Hostaway Sales Development Representative Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Hostaway.
Hostaway
Sales Development Representative
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Group
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group
I had a recruiter call, then met with 2 sales managers and an SRO. The managers seemed really young and didn't have much sales experience. The interview felt super scripted and they asked hard questions but didn't really get to know me. It seems like a good role for a recent grad or someone with some sales experience, which isn't quite me.
Confirmed questions1 question
- If you had one week left in the month and were only at 50% of your quota, what actions would you take?
Hostaway
Sales Development Representative
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had an initial chat with HR and then 3 more interviews with managers. The online interview with Hostaway was professional and engaging. The interviewer was clear and friendly, explaining the role well. It felt organized, positive, and a great learning experience.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What makes you want to work for our company?
- What is your understanding of our company?
Hostaway
Sales Development Representative
Mid Difficult Negative experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Other
The hiring process was quite lengthy, involving four separate interviews. Each stage seemed designed to advance me to the next, with a strong emphasis on role-playing, assessing cultural alignment, and evaluating communication skills. There was limited opportunity to actively engage with the product or the sales process itself. While this approach is common in SaaS recruitment, it can be quite frustrating and consume a lot of time for experienced professionals. After the final interview, I was told I'd get a response within 24 to 48 hours. However, I instead received an automated rejection email at 1:00 AM on a Tuesday, with no specific feedback or explanation. I had previously reached out to thank the team and inquire about an update, but heard nothing until the automated decline. Honestly, it wasn't a great experience as a candidate, and I believe companies could offer a better process, particularly for seasoned professionals who value transparency, prompt updates, and constructive feedback.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you the best candidate for this role?
Hostaway Sales Development Representative Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Hostaway interview reports.
“If you had one week left in the month and were only at 50% of your quota, what actions would you take?”
Read reports →“Tell me why you're interested in Hostaway.”
Read reports →“Tell me about a time you encountered rejection and what your reaction was.”
Read reports →“What makes you the best candidate among the others we are considering?”
Read reports →“What is your understanding of our company?”
Read report →“What makes you the best candidate for this role?”
Read report →“What were your key performance metrics in your previous position?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 Hostaway interview reports.