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We have complied information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to help you get a better idea of employment in the Sales field. Below are highlights of the major professions within this industry.
- Overall earnings are higher than average but vary considerably because they usually are based on a salary plus performance-based commissions and bonuses.
- Pressure to meet monthly sales quotas can be stressful.
- Competition for jobs is expected, but opportunities will be best for those with a college degree, the appropriate technical expertise, and the personal traits necessary for successful selling.
- Job prospects for sales representatives will be better for those working with essential goods, since the demand for these products do not fluctuate with the economy.
of sales representatives are relatively high and usually are based on a combination of salary and commission.
- Employment is expected to grow, but will remain sensitive to downturns in the economy.
- Opportunities should be very favorable for automotive service technicians who complete formal training programs.
- Average weekly earnings in this industry are relatively high.
- Overall employment is projected to grow more slowly than average.
- Applicants with retail experience should have the best job opportunities.
- Long, irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, are common.
- About 43 percent are employed in wholesale trade or manufacturing establishments.
- Some firms prefer to promote existing employees to these positions, while others recruit and train college graduates.
- Employment is projected to have little or no job growth.
- Opportunities should be best for those with a college degree.
