Compare First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers & Retail Salespersons District Of Columbia

Comparison First-Line Supervisors of... Retail Salespersons

Salary

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First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $49,500

Retail Salespersons $35,900

Similar skills & knowledge

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Negotiation
Bringing people together to solve differences.

Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.

Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.

Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.

Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Typical Level Of Training

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First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

High school diploma or equivalent

Retail Salespersons

No formal educational credential

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Licensing

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First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

No license found in District of Columbia

Retail Salespersons

No license found in District of Columbia

Certification

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First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

2 related certifications

Retail Salespersons

7 related certifications

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