Director of Sales: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Many salespeople say the best way to help a customer is to listen first, then explain how a product can help.
Through history
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Long ago
People have traded goods with each other for thousands of years. Helping people find what they need is one of the oldest jobs in the world.
Tools of the trade
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Spreadsheet
A spreadsheet is a computer page with rows and columns of numbers. It helps the team see how sales are going.
A day in the job
- MorningThe day starts with a chat with the sales team. They look at the numbers together and plan how to help each salesperson.
Words to know
- Pitch
- A pitch is a short, friendly talk where someone explains how their product can help. It's like telling a story about something useful.
Quiz time
A Director of Sales only works with computers and never talks to people.
A Director of Sales can help a hospital learn about useful new products.
A bakery can buy better ovens only if it has a Director of Sales.