advertising sale agents , and sales managers are expected to increase by nearly 9,000 jobs with retail sales jobs alone accounting for more than 3,000 of those .
Sales representatives sell a specific product or service for a company and may call or visit a customer in order to make a sale . Earnings in this type of career can vary , but the average is $ 41,200 per year .
Advertising sales agents sell advertising for companies including radio and TV stations , magazines and newspapers . An experienced agent can earn about $ 48,600 each year .
Real estate agents help people buy , sell or rent property . They must pass a test to get their real estate license , be good communicators , have negotiating skills , and be able to walk clients through the purchasing or selling process . More than half of real estate sales agents do not have a college degree and annual earnings average around $ 32,800 in our area .
Customer service is also a booming field in Northwest Arkansas . Our economy is projected to add more than 1,000 customer service representatives in the coming years . People in these positions help customers resolve issues surrounding a product or service . They may also schedule service or installation appointments . If you are a good communicator and enjoy helping others this could be a good fit for you . On average , customer service representatives earn $ 33,800 per year .
A background in business basics could put you on the path to a successful career in professional services . You can start by taking business and entrepreneurship classes in school that teach skills such as accounting , business computer applications , and marketing .
If you choose to pursue a certificate or degree after high school , you have several options locally . The University of Arkansas , John Brown University , Northwest Technical Institute , and Northwest Arkansas Community College offer business degree programs . Students at NWACC also have the opportunity to transfer to the University of Arkansas ’ Walton College of Business .
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