Also called: Rep Agency Owner, Independent Sales Agent
Runs their own small business selling products for several manufacturers, earning only commissions.
You represent five lighting brands to electrical contractors across three states, building relationships over years. Your income is entirely commission, but there's no limit.
Commission only; highly variable.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. HS diploma; industry knowledge and contacts matter most.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Business.
Growing about average. Steady.
Low risk for 10 years. AI helps with quotes and orders; years-long relationships with contractors and buyers stay human.
Classes: Business elective, Speech and debate, Construction or engineering CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-4012.
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