Employment growth for advertising and business services salespeople will be slower. Most salespeople will increase their productivity as they add voice mail, cellular phones, and laptop computers to their office. This will mean that less new salespeople will be needed. Job openings will be created as people leave this occupation or retire. Some representatives will not be able to earn enough money and will transfer to another occupation.
Turnover tends to be higher among non-technical services sales representatives.
These workers have less time and effort invested in training. Opportunities should be good, especially for college graduates who have a background in sales. Although requirements vary by industry, most employers prefer applicants for sales jobs who have college degrees. College courses in business, economics, communications, and marketing provide a good background. Employers may hire representatives who have a high school diploma or GED and a strong sales record.