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Can AI do the work of a Salesperson?
Today an AI can already find leads, set up contact, and follow through. Sitting across from someone and closing is still something else.
It does not measure whether your company will replace you.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Salesperson
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#55 / 103
View rankingSalesperson
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Check stock levels and reorder merchandise as necessary.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Plan, assemble, and stock product displays in retail stores, or make recommendations to retailers regarding product displays, promotional programs, and advertising.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Provide customers with product samples and catalogs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Monitor market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Prepare sales contracts and order forms.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 41% | 28% | +11.5 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- characteristics of products
- agricultural equipment
- sales promotion techniques
- product comprehension
- guarantee customer satisfaction
- communicate with customers
- manage schedule of tasks
- implement marketing strategies
- ensure compliance with legal requirements
- answer requests for quotation
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-4012.00· ESCO/ISCO 2433
IS WORK OVER?
Event planner
30%
#40 / 103
View rankingEvent planner
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events, such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Confer with staff at a chosen event site to coordinate details.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Direct administrative details, such as financial operations, dissemination of promotional materials, and responses to inquiries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Evaluate and select providers of services according to customer requirements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Maintain records of event aspects, including financial details.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 30% | 28% | +8.4 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- develop event topics
- negotiate contracts with event providers
- coordinate events
- confer with event staff
- review event bills
- inspect event facilities
- arrange event needs
- organise event participants' registration
- direct event administrative details
- supervise event staff
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1121.00· ESCO/ISCO 3332