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Am I Suited For This Job?

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Sales representatives & sales specialists should be: 

  • Good with people
  • Persuasive 
  • Determined and persistent
  • Active listeners

You should have: 

  • Strong communication skills

Sales and account representatives typically work 40 hours per week for establishments that produce or provide goods and services, such as: petroleum companies; food, beverage and tobacco producers; clothing manufacturers; motor vehicles and parts manufacturers; hotels; business services firms; and transportation companies.


Technical sales specialists are also employed by manufacturers and distributors of various products, however you are more likely to work longer hours, often working more than 60 hours a week, including evenings. You are also more likely to be in supervisory positions responsible for managing or training other staff.
 

While both sales representatives and sales specialists mainly work in offices, you may also be expected to travel to customers’ homes or businesses.
Sources: WorkBC & Career Cruising