What is a Sales Associate & How to Be a Great One
Retail is a pillar of the United States economy — one that’s projected to generate an estimated $5.35 trillion in 2025 — and a staple of our day-to-day lives.
But that $5.35 trillion in revenue isn’t going to generate itself, and the salespeople behind most of it — most commonly known as sales associates — deserve some recognition, understanding, and attention.
Here, we’ll discuss what a sales associate is, what they typically do, how to become one, and how current sales associates can improve their efforts. Let’s jump in.
Table of Contents
What is a sales associate?
Sales Associate Job Description
Sales Associate Responsibilities
How to Become a Sales Associate
How to Be a Better Sales Associate