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Kruse Motors

Automotive Sales Professional

Marshall, MN · On-site

Conduct needs assessment by asking questions and actively listening to your customer * Explain ... Maintain a professional appearance Sales Professional Skills & Requirements: * Effective listening ...

Kruse Motors

Automotive Sales Professional

Marshall, MN · On-site

Conduct needs assessment by asking questions and actively listening to your customer * Explain ... Maintain a professional appearance Sales Professional Skills & Requirements: * Effective listening ...

Kruse Motors

Automotive Sales Professional

Marshall, MN · On-site

Conduct needs assessment by asking questions and actively listening to your customer * Explain ... Maintain a professional appearance Sales Professional Skills & Requirements: * Effective listening ...

Home Instead

Care Professional

Crosslake, MN · On-site

Be a good and patient listener in a friendly and polite manner; Complete Background Check, DMV ... caring heart#Care Professional#Flexible Schedule#Work Life Balance INDPHD2020v2 Position ...

Parallel Ag

Sales Professional

Redwood Falls, MN

The Sales Professional will be greeting customers and helping assisting them in finding the ... Controls the sales process with appropriate questions to determine needs and listens effectively to ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional listener in Minnesota is $16.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $18.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a professional listener?

A Professional Listener is someone who provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for others to talk and be heard. They actively listen, offer emotional support, and help people process their thoughts without giving advice or therapy. This role is often sought by those who need to express themselves without fear of criticism. It can be used in personal, professional, or emotional contexts. Professional Listeners may work independently or through listening services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional listener?

To excel as a Professional Listener, one needs exceptional active listening abilities, strong interpersonal communication skills, and often a background in counseling, psychology, or social work. Familiarity with case management databases, note-taking tools, and sometimes certification in mental health first aid or peer support training are commonly beneficial. High emotional intelligence, patience, and the ability to maintain confidentiality help individuals stand out in this position. These skills ensure trust-building, effective support, and ethical practice while managing sensitive conversations.

What are some of the common challenges faced by professional listeners, and how are they typically addressed?

A common challenge for Professional Listeners is managing emotional fatigue or compassion fatigue, as the role involves regularly hearing about clients' stressful or distressing experiences. To address this, many organizations offer regular supervision, peer support groups, and access to mental health resources to support the listener’s well-being. Another challenge is maintaining clear boundaries and professionalism, for which ongoing training and adherence to established protocols are crucial. Emphasizing self-care and setting realistic expectations helps Professional Listeners sustain their effectiveness and avoid burnout in this rewarding but emotionally demanding role.

How much do professional listeners make?

Professional listeners typically earn between $10 and $20 per hour, depending on the employer, location, and experience. Some roles may offer fixed salaries or freelance opportunities with variable pay rates, often requiring strong communication skills and active listening abilities.

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Infographic showing various Professional Listener job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,145 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Sales Professional

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Service Corporation International
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Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

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Working from home, presents at-need cemetery and pre-need arrangement services and products to consumers. Responsible for achieving monthly sales target. As a self-starter, develops relationships within the community to generate qualified leads. Follows up on leads generated from marketing campaigns to qualify lead and schedule sales appointments. Follow-up with client families for referrals by establishing professional relationships and service excellence.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Revenue Generation

  • Responsible for attaining or exceeding monthly sales revenue quota. Applying sales skills, presents Dignity Memorial Personal Planning Guide electronic power point presentations to consumers informing them of at-need cemetery and pre-need arrangement services and products. Influences consumer on the benefits of pre-planning for a soft close.
  • Guides and tours prospective families through cemetery grounds or crematory mausoleums actively listening to needs, asking probing questions, and discussing options. Develops an understanding of each family's unique needs and offers solutions to meet their needs. Provides service beyond expectations to form the foundation for future sales. Promotes the SCI Brand and service excellence.
  • Following company processes and procedures, thoroughly and accurately completes contracts; follows up on outstanding documents and family questions. Provides and walks family through final contract. Addresses final questions.

Prospecting

  • Self-initiates leads throughout the community, professional networks, civic, businesses, and organizations by building professional and reliable relationships. Prospects at least 50% of workday such as approaching families face-to-face during events, door knocking, or seminars. Maintains and tracks activity levels in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database to ensure productivity, often works nights and weekends
  • Obtains referrals from families served through after care visits (ACV).
  • Schedules sales appointments. Based on qualifying lead, prepares marketing materials or cultural knowledge for appointments.

Build Relationships with Families

  • Establishes and maintains professional and service oriented relationships with families by connecting with the family, resolving their concerns and needs, and meeting commitments. Connects with families through listening, honest communication and genuine concern
  • Supports families in time of grief with acts of kindness; attends services and/or receptions.
  • Represents a continuous link from services provided at need, through aftercare, to providing services to protect families in future

Teamwork

  • Collaborates and builds professional working relationships with management and staff to provide high quality services and improve processes
  • Shares family concerns with rest of the SCI team

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • college coursework preferred

License

  • Funeral Directors License where required by state law
  • Life Insurance license where required by state law; company will support obtaining licensing
  • Current state/province issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Experience

  • Sales experience preferred
  • Industry experience a plus
  • Previous Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems experience a plus

Skills and Abilities

  • Computer and technology skills
  • Goal oriented self-starter
  • Public speaking ability; comfortable presenting to small groups
  • Ability to work well in a team, as well as independently
  • Ability to work a significant number of evenings and weekends
  • Bilingual is a plus

Compensation

$15.97 plus bonus and commissions

Benefits
Medical,Dental,Vision,Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care) *Health Savings Account with Company Contribution,Sick Leave,Short-Term Disability,Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance,Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance,Dependent Life Insurance,SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program
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Postal Code: 55106Category (Portal Searching): SalesJob Location: US-MN - Saint Paul

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