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Account Executive (General)

Sales
Account Managers and Executives
Account Executive

Sell services to individuals or businesses. May describe options or resolve client problems.

At a Glance

Account Executive (General) earns an average of $144,444/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.4–4 years. Top skills: Sales Prospecting, Sales, Management.

Avg Annual Salary

$144,444/yr

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

3.4–4 years

Job Postings

103

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$66,260/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+3.1%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (12)

Sales Prospecting

5.0

Selling Techniques

5.0

Marketing

5.0

Business To Business

5.0

Cold Calling

5.0

Business Development

5.0

Account Management

4.9

B2B Advertising

4.9

Customer Relationship Management

4.9

Sales Management

4.9

Sales Strategy

4.9

Market Share

4.9

Common Skills (17)

Sales

5.0

Management

5.0

Communication

5.0

Presentations

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

Self-Motivation

5.0

Leadership

5.0

Forecasting

4.9

Verbal Communication Skills

4.9

Problem Solving

4.9

Planning

4.9

Certifications (1)

Valid Driver's License

5.0

Related Specializations

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