Tara McElligott

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Associate Sales Representative - Endoscopy at Stryker

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

Tara McElligott is an Associate Sales Representative for Strykers Endoscopy division, leveraging a background in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois Chicago. She began her career at Stryker as an OnSite Specialist, demonstrating a clear growth trajectory within the medical device field since graduating.

Outside of her professional life, Tara was a decorated NCAA Division I softball athlete and team captain at UIC. She also served as the Mission Driven Service Chair for the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, leading several community projects and fundraisers, including for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.

She was awarded the "Female Ultimate Flame" honor, recognizing her as the top senior student-athlete for her academic excellence, leadership, athletic contribution, and community service.

Personality Overview

Consensus Focused

Amiable & Agreeable

Non-Confrontational

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.  They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Medical Device Sales
Progressed from an OnSite Specialist to an Associate Sales Representative within Stryker's Endoscopy division, showing a commitment to a career in medical sales.
Collegiate Athletics
Was a decorated NCAA Division I softball player at the University of Illinois Chicago, earning First Team All-League honors and serving as a team captain.
Pediatric Cancer Awareness
Led her softball team's fundraising efforts for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and its Vs. Cancer campaign, a cause she is personally connected to.

Media Appearances

Tara has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2024
Associate Sales Representative - Endoscopy at Stryker
6-2022 - 2-2024
OnSite Specialist at Stryker
3-2021 - 5-2022
Student Athlete Advisory Committee- Mission Driven Service Chair at University of Illinois Chicago Athletics
8-2018 - 5-2022
NCAA Division I Softball Student Athlete at University of Illinois Chicago Athletics

Education

8-2018 - 5-2022
Kinesiology from University of Illinois Chicago

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Exp : 7 Location : Greater Chicago Area, United States Job Level : Junior Designation : Associate Sales Representative - Endoscopy at Stryker
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Insights For Selling To Tara

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee

DONT's

  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them
  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time
  • Avoid overloading them with too much information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tara is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tara

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tara move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Tara take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Tara

Personality Compatibility


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