Audrey’s Homelike Journey: Mastering Inbound Sales in the French Market

Audrey, Homelike’s Inbound Sales Manager for the French market, shares her three-year journey since joining in May 2021. As the primary handler for the French market, Audrey details her team’s role in managing inbound client requests. Their responsibilities include understanding client preferences, communicating with landlords, and acting as the intermediary in the reservation process.

In a discussion on New Year’s aspirations, Audrey reflects on her unique approach to setting goals. Instead of projecting into the future, she prefers looking back at her accomplishments, appreciating the growth and lessons learned throughout the year.

Audrey highlights a memorable workation in Rome as her personal highlight of 2023. The experience of remote work in a different setting offered a refreshing break from routine. Fortunately, she didn’t face significant lows during the year.

Looking forward to 2024, Audrey contemplates the possibility of more workations, especially a return to Rome. She acknowledges the enchantment of Italy, its friendly people, beautiful language, and impressive history. Currently spending Christmas with her family in France, Audrey remains open to the idea of remote work in other countries.

Professionally, Audrey aims to diversify her understanding of Homelike by exploring different departments. Her curiosity extends beyond daily tasks, prompting her to engage with the supply and product sides of the company. This broader perspective aids her in comprehending the interconnected nature of each department’s role.

Discussing her role’s evolution in the French market, Audrey expresses passion for the challenges and potential growth. As the market is relatively new, opened three or four years ago, she emphasizes its untapped potential. Despite challenges posed by French clients’ inquisitive nature and the country’s frequent events, Audrey finds excitement in the continuous movement and development within the market. She also mentions the expansion into secondary cities, such as Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux, presenting new and exciting opportunities.

The blog post concludes with gratitude from Audrey for the opportunity to share her experiences and insights. It provides readers with a personal and relatable glimpse into the life of an Inbound Sales Manager at Homelike, capturing the balance between professional aspirations and personal projects. Stay tuned for more stories from Homelike’s diverse and talented team.