Have you asked yourself this question?
Or probably the question did not cross your mind. Ever. After all, selling stuff might be a boring job right? You might have heard nightmare stories by salesmen all around, so selling isn't probably a good thing to do these days. Well of course, then we have the economic recession so you might want to change your mind.
But what about if the product in concern is YOUR product? Perhaps a simple woodcraft, a pretty painting, a knitted scarf or a mitten? Nevertheless, it is your product. You made it. Do you have any plans on telling the world that "Hey! I made something nice! Want to buy it?"
One defining quality that most people in this field would need is confidence. Confidence in themselves, confidence in their work, and confidence radiating from their persona. Nobody would want to buy something from someone who isn't even sure of themselves. But that confidence must not be empty. There should be substance in that confidence.
Another thing to consider would be the enthusiasm to actually SPREAD whatever you plan to sell. People will always be interested, and as the product's proprietor, it's your job to inform them, satiate their curiosity and whet their appetite for knowledge. Your work is not to only sell but entertain as well.
You would also have to be a people person, able to comprehend everything that's happening around your area, while talking to people, minding your products and answering everything that needs answering. And probably minding that kid who might damage something.
But heck, it's only for one day or a week. Might as well give your best right?
The work is something like a hodgepodge figure for a salesman, storekeeper, psychologist and a councilor. The overall pay might not cover for it, but I'm sure the mental satisfaction would be enough. - 15246
Or probably the question did not cross your mind. Ever. After all, selling stuff might be a boring job right? You might have heard nightmare stories by salesmen all around, so selling isn't probably a good thing to do these days. Well of course, then we have the economic recession so you might want to change your mind.
But what about if the product in concern is YOUR product? Perhaps a simple woodcraft, a pretty painting, a knitted scarf or a mitten? Nevertheless, it is your product. You made it. Do you have any plans on telling the world that "Hey! I made something nice! Want to buy it?"
One defining quality that most people in this field would need is confidence. Confidence in themselves, confidence in their work, and confidence radiating from their persona. Nobody would want to buy something from someone who isn't even sure of themselves. But that confidence must not be empty. There should be substance in that confidence.
Another thing to consider would be the enthusiasm to actually SPREAD whatever you plan to sell. People will always be interested, and as the product's proprietor, it's your job to inform them, satiate their curiosity and whet their appetite for knowledge. Your work is not to only sell but entertain as well.
You would also have to be a people person, able to comprehend everything that's happening around your area, while talking to people, minding your products and answering everything that needs answering. And probably minding that kid who might damage something.
But heck, it's only for one day or a week. Might as well give your best right?
The work is something like a hodgepodge figure for a salesman, storekeeper, psychologist and a councilor. The overall pay might not cover for it, but I'm sure the mental satisfaction would be enough. - 15246
About the Author:
Ian Kleine takes every opportunity to go to festivals in his area, and enjoys it well enough to say a few thing about them. Florida Craft Shows has a complete list on every festival around the state. Don't miss out on your town's fairs and go to Florida Craft Shows.
