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Sales Representatives help customers find the products they want. They also process payments and returns.
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Sales Representatives need to be friendly towards customers and knowledgeable about their products.
Sales Representatives do not require a degree, or even a high school diploma -- unless you’re interested in selling items like cars or jewelry. Management positions do require that you have a college degree in business, management, or a similar field. They receive on-the job training, either by senior employees or by the organization’s formal training program.
Requirements to be a Sales Representative vary by state but generally involve the following:
Certifications are not necessary, but can improve your resume:
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Job Outlook
The job outlook for Sales Representatives is declining at 2% per year. In 2018 there were 4,768,900 jobs available.
Average Salary
Sales Representatives make $25,440 per year on average. However, salaries could be as high as $26.97/hour depending on experience and the company for which you work.
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