Telemarketer
Sell and promote products and services through phone calls.
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What's it like to be a Telemarketer?
Telemarketers interact with customers using a telephone to sell and promote products and services. Telemarketers can acquire new customers, share information about products and services, and build relationships with customers. Telemarketers typically work in call centers or offices, or work remotely from their own homes. They are employed in a wide range of industries including financial, internet and energy services, hotels and restaurants, transport and real estate. Telemarketers need to be knowledgeable about the products and services they are offering and able to handle questions from customers.
Tasks and duties
- Studying a company’s products and services.
- Answering telephone calls from customers.
- Making telephone calls to customers.
- Obtaining and maintaining a database of customers.
- Scheduling appointments for sales visits and presentations.
- Conducting customer surveys.
How to become a Telemarketer
A college degree is typically required to become a Telemarketer. On-the-job training is usually provided.
- Complete a relevant bachelor degree. This could be in marketing, business or a related field.
- Gain experience and hone your skills. Successful Telemarketers with a number of years of experience can be promoted to senior positions in a call center.
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