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Smart Shopper Is the Auto Sales Profession for Me?
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| I did read 'confessions of a car salesman' and 'stories from the front lines'. I believe that just like with almost any other business or organization out there, that there are bad business practices at many dealers. That is what I want to stay away from. I believe there is a fine line between making money and taking advantage of people. I would much rather have repeat customers and referrals from good and honest selling than have to always be looking for new 'ups'. I have been looking into Honda and Toyota as well. I think between the two, I like Toyota the best. Does anyone have any experience working for any Toyota or Mazda dealerships in the Las Vegas area? Thanks again for all your input. | |
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The salespeople who are making $100,000(and there are damn few of them) aren't just pushing cars out the door for mini's. Gross profit drives commisions. Not just units. If you are just giving cars away, or your store doesn't allow you the opportunity to make gross, then you aren't going to make anymore than you are making. Finally, it's a real myth that floor salespeople make 6 figures anymore. The few that do are usually in a high line store. |
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Replying to: micosilver (Aug 17, 2007 5:30 pm) 
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I am considering a new career in car sales. I live in Grand Rapids, MI, and went to an open interview at the local Toyota/Scion dealership. The interviews and training are being held by TK Worldwide. The guy who interviewed me today was very "salesman", and did not spend a whole lot of time asking questions. Nice enough guy, though. He told me after just a few minutes that "he knows what he is looking for, and that I had it". Sounds like a pitch to me. There is a 3 day training, for which we pay $300, and that the fee is refunded after 90 days of employment. Understandable insurance to entice you to stick it out. My concern is, of course, how much potential is is there realistically in new car sales in Michigan, considering the state of the economy? Am I just blocking out the obvious pitfalls in my search for a new career?
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Replying to: grnerd (Jan 12, 2009 12:59 pm) If it's store specific and a requirement to work there, then they shouldn't be charging you in my opinion. |
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Replying to: grnerd (Jan 12, 2009 12:59 pm) Sounds like a scam to get $300 from you. Who is TK Worldwide? Do they guarantee you a job at this dealership after your "training"? What happens if the dealer cans you before the 90 days are up? This kind of deal seems to reappear every time there is a recession and people who are desperate let their guard down. I remember back in the 70's I was out of work and ran into a similar offer. This company would train you to sell hospital air filters which were "the best in the business". The fact that they conducted their interviews in the back of a vacume cleaner store made me think twice about the offer. Get all the details before you sign the check. 
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I'd run from that place fast.Economy is bad people are out of work and some losers will try and take advantage of desperate people.Training should be either free or you get paid a minimal amount while undergoing it. I lost my job back in may-did some training to be a limo driver and got paid minimum wage.Found out I hated being a limo driver and became a school bus driver.Basically the training there was free although I did get $ 250 when I completed the course
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Replying to: jproc (Jan 13, 2009 2:16 pm) LOL. As a school bus driver myself, I find that very funny. If you think that the fat cats in the limo can be a pain, wait until you have a go-round with some spoiled brat and his obnoxious parents. I wish you luck, you'll need it. Your post did jog my memory Re: the OP's question. I think that in many states, charging a fee for training is illegal. Way back when I trained to be a bus driver they did not pay you but these days the law says you have to be paid at least minimum wage. I think that is true for most jobs where training is involved. I'm in NY state so this may not apply to all places. |
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