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MANAGER, LEATHER STORE, IN-DEPTH: You Have To Work Your Way Up To A Luxury Boutique

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Ernesto, a retail general manager, describes the challenges of his job, what he likes most, his key decisions, how difficult getting into the industry is, and work-life balance. He currently works a a luxury leather boutique, which is not a store for entry-level employees. It is necessary to work your way up through a small local boutique to a larger chain before working at a luxury boutique.

Degree: Fashion Illustration

Job Title: General Manager

Employer: Mulholland

Job Summary: General and Operations Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

On-the-Job Training

None

Certification Requirement

Recommended by the Institute of Certified Professional Managers.

Quick Facts

Average salary

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$45,000 - $145,000

Projected Job Growth

0 to 10 percent

Typical schedule

Full-time, Long hours

Typical workplace

Indoor, Office

Personal Qualities

Leadership ability, Organizational skills, Problem solving skills, Verbal communication skills, Written communication skills, Detail oriented, People skills, Public speaking ability

Educational Path

Education Requirement

Associate degree

Recommended Education Degree

Associate degree
Bachelor's degree

Recommended Majors

Economics
Business Administration and Management
Business
Business and Management

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