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Sell merchandise, such as furniture, motor vehicles, appliances, or apparel to consumers.
Private for profit
Self-employed
Private not for profit
State and local government
Federal Government
Overall employment of retail sales workers is projected to decline 0 percent from 2023 to 2033. Despite declining employment, about 582,200 openings for retail sales workers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.
Take the RIASEC TestData supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.