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Task · part of 6. Interview someone in sales. Do ONE

6(b). Interview a retail store owner

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Learn (1) how often the owner is approached by a sales representative; (2) what good traits a sales representative should have, and what habits to avoid; (3) what the owner considers when deciding whether to establish an account with a sales representative; and (4) include at least two of your own questions.

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  1. Salesmanship Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 6(b) · Lists four numbered things to learn, (1) to (4), summarized in this step.

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