Career Wiring

Retail Salespersons

O*NET-SOC 41-2031.00 · interest code ECR

Sell merchandise, such as furniture, motor vehicles, appliances, or apparel to consumers.

How this work is wired

O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Enterprising — persuading, leading, selling, starting and running things — then Conventional and Realistic.

Realistic3.3
Investigative1.0
Artistic2.1
Social3.0
Enterprising6.1
Conventional5.0

Preparation typically needed

Job Zone 2 — some preparation — usually a high-school diploma and a few months of training.

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