I was able to build superb sales and communication skills while in school. The networking opportunity is outstanding, I have had many job offers from doing presentations for other sales people. I was able to be a leader for a small team of sales people.
What I wish was different
I worked all the time, nonstop. I wish that was different but I was making great money working more than full time.
Advice
If you’re at all interested in business or sales, I highly recommend becoming a sales representative. You will learn an immense amount about how to interact with people and the right way to become a sales person. It can also leverage you into many other great positions you would have never expected.
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Senior Branch Manager
April - September 2019 • Hagerstown, MD
What I liked
I love the freedom to run my own small business where I had the opportunity to impact lives of people my age.
What I wish was different
Better prepared myself for challenges. Didn’t set up properly my circle of influence going into the summer.
Advice
This is hard but it will be the best experience you can get as a college student no matter the major.
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Marketing Intern
April 2019 • Birmingham, AL
What I liked
I absolutely loved everything about it!
What I wish was different
There is nothing that I wish had been different.
Advice
Enjoy every moment of it!
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Sales Representative
May 2018 • Rockville, MD
What I liked
Amazing managers and opportunities.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
This is a difficult job in which you are responsible for yourself. So, if your are not self motivated you will not do well.
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Vector sales associate
May 2019 • Daytona Beach, FL
What I liked
I learned how to take objection.
What I wish was different
The manager wasn’t so pushy.
Advice
It helped me become stronger as a person.
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Assistant manager and sales rep for vector marketing
June - September 2019 • Winston-Salem, NC
What I liked
I really enjoyed the flexible schedule and the potential earnings that could be made from your hard work and dedication
What I wish was different
Not much I really enjoyed the job and experience and everything that it taught me along the way
Advice
I would have to say it’s a great experience and if you have the opportunity to apply for the job take it and jump in ready to learn
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Product Sales Representative
May - September 2019 • Daytona Beach, FL
What I liked
Good Experience. Very Flexible.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Branch Manager
April - September 2019 • Thayne, WY
What I liked
Perfect summer job, fun work environment, flexible schedule, great pay, and great resume experience!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Branch Manager
May - August 2019 • New Orleans, LA
What I liked
The experience
What I wish was different
My bosses wouldn’t lie to me
Advice
This internship is worth the experience, but trust no one in the company. No one.
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branch manager
May - September 2019 • Lewisburg, PA
What I liked
I loved the ability to help individuals, especially those who are just out of high school and need t learn necessary time management skills for college. I loved being able to help students see their potential in life if they just put a little bit of effort and passion into what they were doing.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have recruited more people. That was on me and lack of preparation, though, not with the company itself
Advice
Stop listening to the weird reviews about the job. This is the best experience of my life; I would not trade it for the world. Give selling knives a shot.
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District Sales Manager
June 2017 • Cranston, RI
What I liked
Flexible hours, fulfilling work, AMAZING resume experience, even more amazing people.
What I wish was different
I have no complaints. The company treats me well and the culture is amazing.
Advice
What you get out of it is what you put into it. Work hard and listen to your manager's advice and you will succeed. Lean into discomfort.
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Independent Sales Representative and Assistant Manager
December 2018 • Farmington, CT
What I liked
Engaging and fun work environment, personal and professional growth, exposure to the business world.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more free time during the summer
Advice
Don't think of yourself as someone who is "not like that" , take the interview and see if you like it, you may be surprised.
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Sales Representative
May 2018 • Burlington, NC
What I liked
I have been working as a Cutco sales representative for two summer now. I liked this internship because it increased my communication skills tremendously! You also can work from home and make your own hours. The pay is great because there’s a base pay and a commission salary. It’s a great work environment because it targets mainly high school and college students to become interns.
What I wish was different
I do wish the pay was more consistent. The commissions are great, but if you don’t sell anything you have to rely on base pay.
Advice
I would honestly advise any senior in high school or college student to try it for one summer. You learn a variety of life skills and it’s super fun as long as you put into it what you want to get out of it.
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Branch Manager
April - August 2019 • Rome, GA
What I liked
I loved the fact that I could be my own boss and create something! I have been a sales rep for about 3 years now, so getting a chance to create and develop my own team is something no other organization could offer me at such a young age.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have had more time to see what could have developed long term.
Advice
Never give up. Sales is hard, but it is also super rewarding.
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Marketing Intern
June - August 2019 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Communication skills and professional skills needed.
What I wish was different
Didn’t need to find appointments or book them with family and close friends. Also if pay wasn’t by appointments.
Advice
Don’t make your family buy the knives unless they really want them. It is expensive.
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Assistant Manager
May 2019 • Mesa, AZ
What I liked
I liked the potential that this job provided me. Instead of being paid by how much someone determined my time was worth, I would be paid by the company by how much my WORK was worth, and how much worth I brought to the company.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Assistant to Rejoinal Manager
June 2019 • Madison, AL
What I liked
I loved the people and community. Very hard working and driven people constantly surrounded me teaching me new things.
What I wish was different
Nothing! My boss is amazing and I still work for her.
Advice
Definitely don’t be afraid to ask for help. It’s okay to not know something— don’t be too embarrassed to turn it into a learning experience.
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Assistant Manager
May - September 2019 • Springfield, MO
What I liked
I enjoyed developing representatives and being someone that they could look up to. I offered advice, gave tips, and I continue to be an influence to these individuals whether that be in their work or personal life.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Branch Manager
April - September 2019 • Holtsville, NY
What I liked
Running my own office and training students.
What I wish was different
My office location/ space.
Advice
Dont take advantage of being your own boss.
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Advertising Sales Agent
June 2019 • Branchburg, NJ
What I liked
Love the opportunity to learn and work with college students of similar age in an amazing work environment.
What I wish was different
Wish the summer was longer.
Advice
Highly suggest working with Vector Marketing because of the money life skills they teach. The skills they teach advance you to a level superior to your peers and will 10 years ahead of your time.
