According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Explain products or services and prices and demonstrate use of products. | 94% |
| Develop prospect lists. | 88% |
| Deliver merchandise and collect payment. | 86% |
| Write and record orders for merchandise or enter orders into computers. | 86% |
| Arrange buying parties and solicit sponsorship of such parties to sell merchandise. | 84% |
| Answer questions about product features and benefits. | 83% |
| Distribute product samples or literature that details products or services. | 79% |
| Circulate among potential customers or travel by foot, truck, automobile, or bicycle to deliver or sell merchandise or services. | 79% |
| Persuade customers to purchase merchandise or services. | 75% |
| Set up and display sample merchandise at parties or stands. | 74% |
| Order or purchase supplies. | 74% |
| Stock carts or stands. | 54% |
