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Careers / Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators |
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Summary Description |
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Perform work involved in developing and processing photographic images from film or digital media. May perform precision tasks such as editing photographic negatives and prints. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Air Brush Artist |
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Airbrush Artist |
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Art Tracer |
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Automatic Developer |
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Automatic Mounter |
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Automatic Print Developer |
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Black and White Print Technician |
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Black and White Printer Operator |
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Chemical Mixer |
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Color Corrector |
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Color or Color Laboratory Technician |
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Color Printer Operator |
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Computer-Controlled Color Photograph Printer Operator |
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Contact Printer |
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Copy and Print Associate |
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Copy Camera Operator |
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Custom Color Technician |
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Cutter |
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Darkroom Technician |
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Developer |
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Developing Machine Operator |
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Digital Imager |
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Digital Imaging Technician |
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Digital Photo Printer |
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Digital Photo Technician |
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Digital Printer |
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Digital Printer Operator |
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Digital Production Manager |
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Digital Retoucher |
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Digital Technician |
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Doper |
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Drum Operator |
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Drum Worker |
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Enlarger |
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Film Cleaner |
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Film Color Tester |
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Film Cutter |
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Film Developer |
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Film Developing Machine Operator |
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Film Drying Machine Operator |
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Film Examiner |
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Film Inspector |
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Film Laboratory Technician |
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Film Mounter |
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Film Numberer |
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Film Printer |
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Film Process Operator |
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Film Processing Utility Worker |
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Film Processor |
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Film Reproducer |
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Film Splicer |
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Film Technician |
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Film Washer |
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Film Waxer |
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Finisher |
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Full Stack Developer |
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Generator Technician |
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Hypo Splasher |
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Image Center Service Associate |
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Joiner |
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Lab Associate |
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Lab Technician |
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Lithography Contact Worker |
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Magnifier |
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Microfilm Processor |
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Microfilm Technician |
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Mini-Lab Operator |
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Motion Picture Film Examiner |
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Motion Picture Printer |
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Negative Cleaner |
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Negative Cutter |
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Negative Restorer |
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Negative Retoucher |
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Negative Spotter |
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Packaging Operator |
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Paper Processor |
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Paste Up Copy Camera Operator Apprentice |
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Photo Assembler |
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Photo Colorer |
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Photo Department Manager (PDM) |
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Photo Finisher |
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Photo Lab Manager |
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Photo Lab Specialist |
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Photo Lab Technician (Photographic Laboratory Technician) |
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Photo Machine Operator |
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Photo Mask Pattern Generator |
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Photo Mask Processor |
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Photo Print Specialist |
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Photo Printer |
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Photo Retoucher |
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Photo Specialist |
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Photo Technician |
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Photograph Developer |
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Photograph Enlarger |
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Photograph Finisher |
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Photograph Inspector |
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Photograph Mounter |
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Photograph Printer |
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Photograph Retoucher |
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Photograph Sorter |
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Photograph Tinter |
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Photographer |
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Photographer Helper |
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Photographic Aide |
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Photographic Colorist |
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Photographic Hand Developer |
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Photographic Plate Maker |
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Photographic Press Screwmaker |
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Photographic Printer |
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Photographic Process Worker |
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Photographic Processing Machine Operator |
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Photographic Reproduction Technician |
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Photographic Retoucher/Restorer |
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Photographic Spotter |
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Photographic Technician |
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Photography Colorist |
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Photography Spotter |
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Photostat Operator |
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Picture Enlarger |
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Print Developer |
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Print Finisher |
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Print Machine Operator |
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Print Retoucher |
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Printed Circuit Board Panels Developer |
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Printed Circuit Boards Contact Printer |
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Printer |
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Processeor |
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Production Worker |
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Projection Printer |
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Proof Passer |
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Quality Control Head |
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Rectification Printer |
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Reproducer |
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Reproduction Machine Loader |
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Reproduction Specialist |
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Reproduction Technician |
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Retail Sales Associate |
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School Photographs Detailer |
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Screen Examiner |
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Screen Maker |
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Semiconductor Wafers Photographic Aligner |
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Semiconductor Wafers Photographic Processor |
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Slide Maker |
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Step and Repeat Reduction Camera Operator |
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Take-Down Sorter |
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Template Reproduction Technician |
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Timer |
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X Ray Developer |
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Work Activities |
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Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Performing for or Working Directly with the Public —
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
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Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Selling or Influencing Others —
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
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Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
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Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
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Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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Interesting Fact |
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7.5% of Americans are self-employed as entrepreneurs, freelancers, contractors, or owners of small businesses. |
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