door-to-door salesperson

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Solicit sales and sell goods or services
• Set up and display merchandise on sidewalks, at public events or in stores
• Show and describe goods or services
• Provide information about advertised products
• Contact potential customers by phone

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Communications

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude