What is the correct title for a salesperson? – New edition

What is the correct title for a salesperson’s role? What should I call myself?

This is a contentious issue… And a question we get asked frequently.

The answer will depend on why you are asking the question. Are you asking because:

You think the title ‘sales representative’ doesn’t adequately describe what you do.
You are uncomfortable being called a ‘salesperson’ or ‘sales representative’ for whatever reason.
You think ‘salesperson’ or ‘sales representative’ doesn’t represent or position you in the best light as a professional business person to your clients, etc. even though your role involves selling?

All of these questions are valid and can present problems if not properly … read more by subscribing.