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Expert: Employees need to feel valued

22 July 2010 15:59:00

Too many people in sales jobs do not feel appreciated by their employees, according to an expert, who said that the difficult economic climate has left many staff feeling over-worked and under-paid.

Claire McCartney, resourcing and talent planning adviser at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development said that at the moment people looking for sales jobs want to be recognised for their hard work.

"Organisations need to develop the people management skills of their line managers and acknowledge the importance of saying thank you for a job well done," she said.

The employment expert added that workers want the truth from their companies about the safety of the position and also to feel like they can work together with management to overcome problems.

In a recent report by Reabur, 21 per cent of Brits feel 'bullied' by their boss at work, whilst a further 28 per cent feel picked on by a peer at work. However, only eight per cent admitted to reporting the incidents.

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Posted by John Oak

Unemployment falls to 2.47m

14 July 2010 18:12:04

Unemployment has fallen to 2.47 million in the second quarter of the year, which could be good news for those looking for sales jobs.

New figures published by the Office for National Statistics have shown that unemployment in the UK fell by 34,000 during the last three months.

They have also shown that the part-time employment level has reached a record high, with more than a quarter of the workforce taking this type of job.

The claimant count has also fallen by 20,800, which is the seventh decline during the last eight months.

Vicky Redwood, senior UK economist at Capital Economics, highlighted the fact that jobs growth over the next few months will be slow.

She said: "The UK labour market has perked up a bit, but we still doubt that private sector hiring will pick up strongly enough to offset the severe public sector job cuts."

Earlier this month, Graduate Recruitment Bureau co-founder Dan Hawes claimed that university leavers who put off searching for sales jobs until after they have left campus are at a disadvantage to those who prepare early.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Firms 'should offer more flexibility for hard-to-fill sales jobs'

08 July 2010 18:11:59

Companies looking to hire new staff should ensure that they offer sales jobs which provide flexibility if they are operating in sectors experiencing a skills shortage.

Mike Petrook, spokesperson for the Chartered Management Institute, claimed that this is "key" as Britain is currently experiencing a draught of talent.

"By being inflexible in terms of the type of employment that you're offering, your organisation could be shutting itself off to reams of top talent," he explained.

The key thing that employees engaged in the recruitment process should assess is the quality and quantity of the output that a worker produces, rather than the input such as hours that they put in.

Mr Petrook said: "It's not the hours that somebody spends at a desk or in their place of work; it's what results they deliver. Are they meeting the objectives? Are they helping the organisation? That's what really counts."

Recent research by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation and KPMG has found that the number of permanent and temporary staff appointments rose in June, albeit at a slower rate than in prior months.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Jobseekers could be wasting time with internships

05 July 2010 15:55:00

People trying to capture that all important first sales job could be wasting their time by interning and completing tasks which they should be receiving payment for, according to an expert.

Johnny Rich, publisher of realworldmagazine.com, said that some companies exploit interns "horrifically" and basically treat them as extra employees, without providing them with a wage or giving them any additional expertise.

"We already have the minimum wage for employees, and a lot of interns doing work are actually taking the place of a paid employee and are not getting much out in return. It's ok if you are getting skills or money, or a combination of the two, but if you are not then you are being exploited," he said.

Jobseekers should spend their time hunting for sales jobs rather than interning until the government brings in legislation that would mean businesses have to pay interns, according to Mr Rich.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development recently recommended that employers should be forced to pay interns a minimum of £2.50 an hour to prevent exploitation.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Budget 'could lead to rise in SME hiring'

23 June 2010 13:09:32

The number of sales jobs available from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could increase in the wake of today's Emergency Budget.

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has welcomed proposals to exempt small businesses from national insurance contributions but has called for this to be extended to all companies with the capacity to hire new employees.

It has also highlighted changes to the Small Companies Tax Rate that could see 850,000 small organisations paying tax at 20 per cent, making it easier for them to operate.

John Walker, the national chairman of the FSB, claimed that the announced measures will also go some way towards tackling the deficit.

He added: "We need to see a full reversal of NICs increases to fully offset the 'tax on jobs' which the previous administration initiated."

Earlier this week, British Chambers of Commerce director general David Frost announced his organisation's commitment to helping British manufacturers, which could be good news for those looking to enter a sales job in the field.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Budget 'could lead to rise in SME hiring'

22 June 2010 16:10:33

The number of sales jobs available from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could increase in the wake of today's Emergency Budget.

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has welcomed proposals to exempt small businesses from national insurance contributions but has called for this to be extended to all companies with the capacity to hire new employees.

It has also highlighted changes to the Small Companies Tax Rate that could see 850,000 small organisations paying tax at 20 per cent, making it easier for them to operate.

John Walker, the national chairman of the FSB, claimed that the announced measures will also go some way towards tackling the deficit.

He added: "We need to see a full reversal of NICs increases to fully offset the ‘tax on jobs' which the previous administration initiated."

Earlier this week, British Chambers of Commerce director general David Frost announced his organisation's commitment to helping British manufacturers, which could be good news for those looking to enter a sales job in the field.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Two-thirds say retirement age should be abolished

21 June 2010 15:50:06

More people want to stay in sales jobs for longer, which would be helped by abolishing the retirement age.

Charity Age UK carried out a survey which found that 70 per cent of workers think it is wrong for employers to make their staff cease working at a certain age.

According to the Daily Telegraph, the charity wants the government to end any confusion over the default retirement age by setting a clear date for its abolition.

It added that around £3.5 billion was wasted last year because many workers had to quit their jobs when they reached 65 years of age.

"Forcing people in later life out of the labour market when they want to work, save for their pensions and pay taxes is nonsense. It makes a mockery of the government's plans to help people work longer," said Michelle Mitchell, charity director of Age UK.

Recently, the Confederation of British Industry said that there should be greater flexibility in the workplace, however, it opposed the scrapping of the retirement age.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Looking further afield could be perfect for sales recruitment

17 June 2010 15:45:07

Firms looking to recruit sales staff could attract a wider variety of candidates and increased productivity if they looked further afield and allowed flexible working hours or working from home.

Hugo Harber, director of convergence and network strategy at Star (www.star.co.uk), said that by making better use of modern technology, sales staff can be recruited from all backgrounds and all areas of the UK.

"Phones, email, shared desktops, and web meetings can offer high levels of flexible working ... by providing integrated conferencing and collaboration tools you can reduce the need to travel and increase productivity," he stated.

The expert added that in exchange for more flexibility and less travel firms using sales recruitment can offer more modest wages and still attract new recruits.

A recent report by Frost & Sullivan found that conferencing services for marketing in Europe grew by 19.3 per cent in 2009, which supports Mr Harber's comments.

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Posted by Wayne Bly

Sports watches could be just the ticket for sales staff

08 June 2010 15:10:00

People in sales jobs with some commission to burn should consider investing in a sports watch, according to one magazine, which said that the accessory can look good in various situations.

Stuff magazine listed its top five sports watches, including the Jorg Gray JG1900 which benefits from green bezel hands and indices that are designed to make it easier to read.

"The great thing about sports watches is that they still look cool even when you're not being sporty. Try wearing a dress watch and acting sporty – just doesn't work," it stated.

Most of the watches come in at around the £200 mark, but sales staff who want to get a high-end watch could opt for Corum Admiral's Cup Deep Hull 48, which costs £5,250 and will work to 1,000m under water.

Sales staff with commission in their pocket could splash out on one of the new gold-plated iPads which Stuart Hughes, a designer of luxury goods, has put together and cost around £2,000 each.

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Posted by Wayne Bly

Sales staff should gear up for summer of sport

26 May 2010 15:37:46

This summer is the perfect time for sales staff with commission to burn to get out and experience some of the world-class sports events which the UK is hosting.

The British Grand Prix, The Open and Wimbledon are three of the events which could provide people in sales jobs with great entertainment and the chance to see some of the best sportsmen and women in the world.

Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and more members of golf's top ten will all be trying to win The Open, which takes place between July 15th and 18th at the St Andrews course, which is celebrating its 150th year.

Wimbledon takes place in south-west London from June 21st to July 4th and could see more classic battles between players like Andy Murray, Rafa Nadal and 15-time major winner Roger Federer.

The British Grand Prix could be an ideal event for people in sales jobs to attend with both Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button in a good position to win the event and put an English winner on the podium.

To help your staff gear up for the summer of sport and to plan your annual leave don’t forget to download your 2010 free World Cup wall planner.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Sales staff could splash out on golden gadgets

20 May 2010 15:48:01

People working hard in sales jobs and earning good commission could treat themselves to a selection of rather extravagant gadgets that are extra special.

Stuart Hughes is a designer of luxury goods and specialises in taking products, like iPods and Nintendo Wiis, and giving them a gold plated finish.

Sales staff with commission to burn could splash out on one of the new gold-plated iPads which he has put together and cost around £2,000 each.

"The process works for objects and gadgets people can relate to and, when we're finished with the products, they can often look bizarre and outrageous. We have gone for the higher end of the gadget end market," he said.

For sales staff who really want to impress their friends and families, Mr Hughes has produced a "masterpiece", which is a 22-carat gold-plated and diamond-encrusted iPad, on sale for a cool £130,000.

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Posted by Wayne Bly

Sales staff value respect more than big bucks

17 May 2010 15:51:35

People looking for sales jobs can expect to start on a basic wage of around £30,000 and more than £70,000 if they consistently hit their targets and make big sales, according to an expert.

Rob Scott, managing director of sales recruiter Aaron Wallis, told the London Evening Standard that basic salaries can be boosted by commission and he thinks most staff want a high basic, with about a fifth to a third extra if they hit their targets.

He said: "The going salary rate for field sales executives is around £28,000 basic and, if they hit their targets, it's typically £40,000 … some top performers are on a basic of £70,000 with on-target earnings of over £200,000."

A recent survey by Aaron Wallis also showed that respect among peers and bosses is a bigger motivator than status or material wealth.

Mr Scott recently said that people are beginning to become optimistic about the state of the economy and are starting to spend money on the high street.

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Posted by John Oak

Retail performance 'to pick up in the mid-term'

14 May 2010 16:06:56

Recent falls in retail sales are only a short-term problem and will return to normal in the near future, an expert has claimed.

Craig Phillipson, managing director of Shopworks UK, claimed that fears this is the precursor to a double-dip recession are unfounded.

Those looking for sales jobs may be relieved, as he said that this is likely to have been caused by uncertainty about Greece, the euro and the General Election.

"I would like to think it has just been a month of a dearth of activity for these reasons," he explained.

Mr Phillipson claimed that the election of the government will result in the market having a better performance than if it were a Labour-Liberal coalition.

His comments followed the publication of figures by the British Retail Consortium showing that retail sales fell 2.3 per cent year-on-year this April.

It suggested that amid the pre-election uncertainty, many consumers were cautious and favoured essentials and replacements over discretionary items.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Govt's Working Time Directive stance 'applauded'

13 May 2010 16:56:52

The coalition government's efforts to restrict the effect of the Working Time Directive is to be applauded, a leading organisation has claimed.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) says that while the government may have only limited room to manoeuvre on this issue, its stance on the issue is welcome.

Stephanie Bird, director of the organisation, has claimed that the flexible labour market serves Britain well.

Those with sales jobs could be among those who benefit from the freedom to choose their own hours, which she said has served both employees and their companies well during the downturn.

Ms Bird added: "Maintenance of the UK's growing flexible working culture offers the prospect of a far-greater contribution to well-being and work-life balance than the kind of regulatory approach embodies in the Working Time Directive."

In other news, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation has confirmed that it will be contacting secretary of state for business Dr Vincent Cable about the rolling out of the Agency Workers Directive.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Flexible working 'has benefited the UK during the recession'

13 May 2010 16:56:06

Flexible and part-time working arrangements are one of the key reasons why unemployment in the UK is lower than on the continent, a leading organisation has claimed.

The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has emphasised the value of this working model and the fact that it offers those out of work the opportunity to progress in the jobs market.

Those in temporary sales jobs will be among those who are taking advantage of this model, which the organisation has suggested could be a way of accessing permanent opportunities.

Tom Hadley, director of external relations at the REC, has described this trend as an inevitability.

He said: "It is important to move away from the out-dated notion that traditional full-time work is the only viable form of employment."

The group recently called on the government to give job creation the importance it deserves, suggesting that this is crucial to the UK's economic future.

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Posted by Wayne Bly

Cool gadgets are set for the UK

06 May 2010 15:45:22

People considering what to spend their hard-earned sales commission on will have some amazing gadgets available to them when the devices eventually hit these shores, according to one website.

DigitalArtsOnline.co.uk reviewed a selection of the most advanced foreign gadgets, including the world's smallest digital camera and an alternative to Apple's iPad, which have yet to be released in the UK.

The Chobi camera might attract those in sales jobs with commission to burn and it is not much bigger than a person's thumb, while the Eken-M0001 Android Tablet is an impressive rival to the iPad.

"Unlike the hermetically sealed iPad, the Eken M001 has a plethora of ports, including an SD memory card slot that holds up to 32GB. Naturally, an accelerometer lets you flip between portrait and landscape views," it stated.

Another commission treat could be a 3D TV, but with prices of £1,799, sales staff might have to save up or hit high volumes before buying one.

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Posted by Wayne Bly

3D TVs could be the "next big thing"

30 April 2010 15:50:11

People in sales jobs looking for something to spend their hard-earned commission on might consider 3D televisions which became available in the UK this week.

Some of the sets have a recommended retail price of £1,799, but sales staff with a decent amount of money to spend could be tempted.

Although there is only one film available in 3D at the moment - Pixar's Monsters vs Aliens - when the craze takes off there could be many more titles for sales people to choose from.

"I think it's what everybody is going to be talking about and, with the success of 3D in the cinema, this is bringing that level of enjoyment and type of experience into people’s homes," John Kempner, a spokesman for John Lewis, said.

He added that "3D is the next big thing" and follows the popularity of flatscreen TVs and high definition sets.

Other technology products appealing to gadget-loving sales men and women include the new iPad from Apple, which attempts to bridge the gap between netbooks and smartphones.

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Posted by Wayne Bly

Workers 'beginning to search for new roles'

26 April 2010 16:28:59

More workers are starting to become confident in the jobs market and, as a result, are beginning to look for new positions, according to an expert.

Employment guru Lisette Howlett said that the recession had impacted negatively on workers' attitude towards finding a new job but confidence is beginning to return.

"Interestingly, there are a proportion of new job seekers who are considering leaving their current roles to look for alternatives because they are feeling more confident about the economic climate," she said.

It is a trend which could see an upturn in sales jobs, as the industry becomes more liquid and positions are vacated and filled.

Ms Howlett said that completing relevant work experience and honing a CV can help candidates stand out from other applicants as competition for positions hots up.

Those looking for electronic sales jobs have also been buoyed by good news recently, with the advent of Apple's iPad and similar offerings from competitors delivering a boost to the IT industry as new products hit the market.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

New iPhone is the 'real deal'

22 April 2010 15:48:48

People working hard in sales jobs and looking for something to spend their commission on could soon splash out on the next generation iPhone, with the latest model offering a wealth of useful applications and functions.

Conrad Longmore, editor at Mobile Gazette, said that it is unusual for information on a new Apple product to leak out, but he believes the so-called 'lost and found' iPhone, which was recently left in a pub, to be the genuine article.

"All the evidence is that this lost and found iPhone is the real deal. Apple will have been working hard on the next-generation iPhone ever since the iPhone 3GS was announced," he said.

Referring to reports on the Gizmodo technology guide which broke the story, Mr Longmore said the new product appears to have a screen with a much higher resolution than previous editions. While impressive, he added he expects the finished product to look more polished than the prototype.

People with commission to burn and who want to stay in touch when out of the office on a lead could also opt for an iPad, which has recently been released in the US and is meant to bridge the gap between smartphones and netbooks.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Twitter adverts 'could help improve content'

19 April 2010 15:27:45

The creation of advertising models to try and monetise the micro-blogging site Twitter could have a positive impact on the quality of tweets as marketers seek to tap into the medium, an expert has predicted.

Sales jobs seekers might soon find themselves looking at recruitment opportunities sent via tweets, with more succinct and well thought out messages than the traditional "banal" and "dreary" offerings, says Tom Ollerton, senior marketing manager for Skive and member of the Internet Advertising Bureau.

"The idea of an ad format that has to punch its own weight through the proposed resonance score may even produce better content than most tweets that are free to contain anything," he said.

Mr Ollerton added that by honing tweets, more value could be added to Twitter, creating a format which is popular with advertisers.

Sales jobs seekers in the IT industry have also been the beneficiaries of good news this week, with new jobs on the market at one of the world's best known brands, Google.

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Posted by John Oak

Jobseekers 'need to attend three interviews'

15 April 2010 16:23:39

Around two-thirds of people hunting for jobs will find they have to attend three interviews with prospective employers before finding a placement, according to new research.

The message for sales jobs hunters is not to lose heart, with the Right Management survey showing that almost 60 per cent of all job applicants needing to go through the process three times before being selected.

One in five have been asked to take part in at least four interviews, with that proportion rising to 50 per cent among older people - those aged over 55 - compared to just 18 per cent of job hopefuls between the ages of 25 and 34.

To find that ideal sales recruitment post, job hunters need to ensure they are tenacious and that they do their homework beforehand.

Mike Hammond, a global recruiting manager with Enterprise, recently told Kentucky.com that the key to every single interview is for applicants to "prepare, prepare, prepare".

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Posted by Wayne Bly

Labour promise 'could create Welsh sales jobs'

14 April 2010 16:01:50

Labour has promised to create up to 50,000 positions in Wales if it is re-elected, which could mean more sales jobs for people to apply for.

Investment in business, a hi-technology economy and exports were other pledges that the party's Welsh general election campaign will make.

First minister Carwyn Jones said that Labour will give its full support in "creating wealth and jobs" in the country.

"Rebuilding the Welsh economy means securing the recovery and investing in future growth and jobs, not cutting back on jobs support," said Welsh secretary Peter Hain, which could see more sales jobs being created.

Furthermore, Mr Hain said that Welsh families and businesses would benefit from a 50p monthly levy on telephone rentals.

A recent announcement by the Future Jobs Fund revealed that 240 positions will be created in Wales this year, which could see extra sales jobs being made available.

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Posted by John Oak

REC holds Agency Work Regulations talks

09 April 2010 16:19:32

A series of talks have been held about how the Agency Work Regulations will be implemented in the UK, those looking at sales jobs may be interested to discover.

The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has got around the table with the EU Labour Law Unit in order to raise the sector's key concerns with the plans.

Tom Hadley, director of external relations at the REC, stated that discussions on the directive have moved to national level but it is still important for a strong voice for the UK to be present in Brussels.

He said: "[This must] promote the need for interpretations that take account of the different ways that temporary work operates across the EU and in order to exchange views with other national federations."

In other news, the government has announced that workers will have the right to request training from April 2011, which could be good news for those looking at sales jobs.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Careers advice 'should take into account non-university options'

08 April 2010 18:38:06

It is important for schools to offer comprehensive careers advice which does not overemphasise the importance of obtaining a university degree, an expert has claimed.

Sarah Clover, spokesperson for www.notgoingtouni.co.uk, has highlighted the fact that those who choose an alternative route often do not receive enough support, those looking at retail sales jobs may be interested to discover.

She suggested that the lack of attention given to these options in schools is creating the negative impressions that school and college leavers have of these institutions.

"We need to make students aware of all of the options available and start to balance the skills of our young people with the roles which need filling," she explained.

Pat McFadden, business, innovation and skills minister, also recently emphasised the importance of those with vacancies being able to find candidates with the right skills, describing this as essential to securing future economic growth.

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Posted by John Oak.

REC and KPMG: Rise in successful jobseekers

08 April 2010 18:37:39

New figures have shown that the number of jobs in the UK for both permanent and temporary/contract staff increased last month.

A study by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG has found that permanent staff appointment growth is at its strongest since October 1997.

Kevin Green, chief executive of the organisation, described the figures as the "clearest sign yet of a revival in the UK jobs market".

He said that strong performances in both temporary and contract work also signal the important role that employment of this kind plays in the country's economy.

Mr Green added that these provide both flexibility for employers and a way for those currently looking for work to get back into employment.

Last month, University and College Union senior national education official Dan Taubman emphasised the importance of skills in the push for jobs, suggesting that those looking at sales jobs are likely to benefit from having a higher education qualification.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister.