A sales consultant should be customer driven while representing the company that he or she represents. During a typical workday, this person may attend meetings, make cold calls, follow up with customers, maintain client and company records, and educate customers.
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Skillset: One of the most important skills for a sales consultant to have is the ability to interact and communicate with people effectively. Organizational skills, strong reasoning ability, and understanding of profit and loss will serve a sales consultant well. An effective person in this position should have a good understanding of the products in order to properly relay the information to the prospect or client.
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Education: Depending on the products being represented, the company may want a college degree. In some cases, such as insurance and securities sales, licensing and certification may be required. Many companies require continuing education and additional training relating to their products.
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Career Path: Most people interested in a sales career will start in an entry-level sales position. After gaining sales experience, there may be opportunities in more specialized sales, such as medical supplies and equipment. For those interested in a supervisory position, sales management may be an option.
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