What is a lead bookseller and how to become one

Key steps to become a lead bookseller

1. Explore lead bookseller education requirements

   Most common lead bookseller degrees

   Bachelor's

   68.6 %

   Associate

   15.9 %

   High School Diploma

   8.5 %

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2. Start to develop specific lead bookseller skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Kids	20.57%
   Customer Satisfaction	14.50%
   Customer Transactions	11.30%
   ISO	9.48%
   Increase Sales	9.47%

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3. Complete relevant lead bookseller training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New lead booksellers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a lead bookseller based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real lead bookseller resumes.

4. Research lead bookseller duties and responsibilities

   • Assist in maintaining department staffing levels to ensure scheduling and service requirements are achieved while maintaining payroll objectives.
   • Train - teach new employees about upselling, company devices, policies and procedures.
   • Demonstrate a strong ability to learn by cross-training in the caf, music, and receiving departments.
   • Train in all areas of the store: book floor, register, caf, music, children's and receiving.

5. Get lead bookseller experience

   Generally, it takes 4-6 years to become a lead bookseller. The most common roles before becoming a lead bookseller include sales associate, internship team lead and assistant manager.

6. Apply for lead bookseller jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a lead bookseller job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams