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scarlet knight · 19 March 2015, 11:11 AM

I am nearing retirement in my long term (30 years) professional career. But like many, I do not want to stay home and watch TV and search the net all day.

Is a job at an AD or boutique possible for a knowledgeable collector? I am not worried if the pay is not terrific, although I wonder if they pay commissions. Any input?

Danex · 19 March 2015, 11:15 AM

I'd say absolutely yes. I'm considering this too. You are way more knowledgable and passionate about Rolex than most anyone else they could hire.

mjm800 · 19 March 2015, 11:18 AM

Perfect for a retiree. I looked into it but I needed full time the AD's in my area have many part-timer people on staff and not many full time positions...plus they like you to be able to speak Japanese!

watchwatcher · 19 March 2015, 11:22 AM

Great idea! I would do that in a heartbeat if I had an AD more closely located to me.

Chewbacca · 19 March 2015, 11:22 AM

great idea!

red1108nyc · 19 March 2015, 12:38 PM

I would love to work for Rolex after my career is done for fun. I want the discounts :-)

VICI · 19 March 2015, 12:38 PM

The number of salespeople at AD's that are less than knowledgable about watches is very high.

Go there, relate to your buyers and make them desire the watch.

MovieGuy · 19 March 2015, 01:37 PM

I had a huge amount of knowledge and passion for watches before I started working at an AD. Already had owned one Rolex. My customers can tell how much I enjoy watches and it generates interest and excitement on their part as well.

dexvd · 19 March 2015, 01:41 PM

Anyone know that the discount for a salesperson usually is? I'm still in university so int eh opposite situation but do have a good handle on the ins and outs of the lines my local AD sells. Like some of the others have mentioned it wouldn't be about the wage but for the discount

Wesley Crusher · 19 March 2015, 01:42 PM

Great idea. You will likely put the other salesmen to shame with your knowledge.

Rogdogg · 19 March 2015, 01:43 PM

I think it's a great idea and something I would consider myself when the time comes.
Good Luck and keep us updated as to what you decide.

tkerrmd · 19 March 2015, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I am nearing retirement in my long term (30 years) professional career. But like many, I do not want to stay home and watch TV and search the net all day.

Is a job at an AD or boutique possible for a knowledgeable collector? I am not worried if the pay is not terrific, although I wonder if they pay commissions. Any input?

You need to be trained a hobby or something to occupy you could loose them thousands of dollars if you don't close a sale!

tkerrmd · 19 March 2015, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by dexvd

Anyone know that the discount for a salesperson usually is? I'm still in university so int eh opposite situation but do have a good handle on the ins and outs of the lines my local AD sells. Like some of the others have mentioned it wouldn't be about the wage but for the discount

One watch at cost per year

dexvd · 19 March 2015, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

One watch at cost per year

Any idea of what the mark up would be? Savings percentage on say a SS Daytona or a Yachtmaster?

salem65 · 19 March 2015, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

You need to be trained a hobby or something to occupy you could loose them thousands of dollars if you don't close a sale!

This. If you don't know how to be a cheery sales person, we might see an influx of, "Terrible experience at AD" threads appear

mega · 19 March 2015, 02:43 PM

A while ago, I had a colleague who used to sell watches and he said he was really good at it (and I believed him). When I asked him what was the number one characteristic of a good watch salesperson, he said without hesitation, " being knowledgeable." Go for it and good luck! (What's the worst that could happen if it doesn't work out?!)

Kadhytia · 19 March 2015, 03:12 PM

I think AD would be better for collectors to wprk at. Collectors seldomly purchase from boutique hence making no connection with the client. I befriend more AD salespeople than boutiques. Just my IMHO

AL7273 · 19 March 2015, 05:05 PM

The sister of a former friend of my wife's worked at Rolex in Geneve (they had a falling out unfortunately!)

Her friend's sister received 2-months paid vacation and a 20% discount on (2) Rolex watches each year.

threemonkeys · 19 March 2015, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MovieGuy

I had a huge amount of knowledge and passion for watches before I started working at an AD. Already had owned one Rolex. My customers can tell how much I enjoy watches and it generates interest and excitement on their part as well.

Bingo. Passion is contagious. And this is how you sell.

jjnd08 · 19 March 2015, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by threemonkeys

Bingo. Passion is contagious. And this is how you sell.

Agreed.

I've thought about this too... but I'm only 29, so I have a looooong time to figure it out!

zama · 19 March 2015, 08:07 PM

Great idea and good luck, if retired carpenters can work at hardware stores for their passion, I think WIS at AD's makes a lot of sense.

superdog · 19 March 2015, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by dexvd

Anyone know that the discount for a salesperson usually is? I'm still in university so int eh opposite situation but do have a good handle on the ins and outs of the lines my local AD sells. Like some of the others have mentioned it wouldn't be about the wage but for the discount

All due respect, you've got bigger priorities than working someplace to get a discount on watches.

OP, sales is not necessarily a way to pass the time. But if your customer service oriented, it seems like a win/win.

MonBK · 19 March 2015, 08:44 PM

I had the same idea but working for a bank instead.

Guess what...............................no discount.

jshepard · 20 March 2015, 02:30 AM

I notice a lot of ADs are more knowledgable about sales techniques than the watches themselves. I wonder if ADs prefer experience in sales over actual knowledge of the watches.

Until then you can practice on TRF with the usual "Which should I buy?" or "Should I buy this or this?" threads that come through here often.

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Vivalas · 20 March 2015, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by MovieGuy

I had a huge amount of knowledge and passion for watches before I started working at an AD. Already had owned one Rolex. My customers can tell how much I enjoy watches and it generates interest and excitement on their part as well.

You're the type of guy I'd like to buy off

I enjoy visiting Rolex stores all over the world, but I'd say maybe only 1 to 2 in 5 salespeople really have a passion and knowledge for the brand in my experience.

landroverking · 20 March 2015, 03:57 AM

Don't have to know anything about Rolex to work at an AD IMO.

tkerrmd · 20 March 2015, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by dexvd

Any idea of what the mark up would be? Savings percentage on say a SS Daytona or a Yachtmaster?

around 35%

tkerrmd · 20 March 2015, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Vivalas

You're the type of guy I'd like to buy off

I enjoy visiting Rolex stores all over the world, but I'd say maybe only 1 to 2 in 5 salespeople really have a passion and knowledge for the brand in my experience.

all the sales guys at my AD wear Rolex watches so....

brandrea · 20 March 2015, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

I had the same idea but working for a bank instead.

Guess what...............................no discount.

Badaching

19 March 2015, 11:11 AM	#1
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Work at an AD or boutique? I am nearing retirement in my long term (30 years) professional career. But like many, I do not want to stay home and watch TV and search the net all day. Is a job at an AD or boutique possible for a knowledgeable collector? I am not worried if the pay is not terrific, although I wonder if they pay commissions. Any input?

19 March 2015, 11:15 AM	#2
Danex "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Dan O Location: Park City, UT Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 741	I'd say absolutely yes. I'm considering this too. You are way more knowledgable and passionate about Rolex than most anyone else they could hire. __________________ -Dan, WIS In Training 116520 Cosmograph Daytona 116622 & 16622 Yacht-Master 114060 & 14060 Submariner

19 March 2015, 11:18 AM	#3
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	Perfect for a retiree. I looked into it but I needed full time the AD's in my area have many part-timer people on staff and not many full time positions...plus they like you to be able to speak Japanese! __________________

19 March 2015, 01:43 PM	#11
Rogdogg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,124	I think it's a great idea and something I would consider myself when the time comes. Good Luck and keep us updated as to what you decide. __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

19 March 2015, 08:07 PM	#21
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,808	Great idea and good luck, if retired carpenters can work at hardware stores for their passion, I think WIS at AD's makes a lot of sense. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

19 March 2015, 11:22 AM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Great idea! I would do that in a heartbeat if I had an AD more closely located to me.

19 March 2015, 11:22 AM	#5
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	great idea!

19 March 2015, 12:38 PM	#6
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	I would love to work for Rolex after my career is done for fun. I want the discounts :-)

19 March 2015, 12:38 PM	#7
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	The number of salespeople at AD's that are less than knowledgable about watches is very high. Go there, relate to your buyers and make them desire the watch.

19 March 2015, 01:37 PM	#8
MovieGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Everywhere Posts: 666	I had a huge amount of knowledge and passion for watches before I started working at an AD. Already had owned one Rolex. My customers can tell how much I enjoy watches and it generates interest and excitement on their part as well.

19 March 2015, 01:41 PM	#9
dexvd "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Halifax, Canada Posts: 415	Anyone know that the discount for a salesperson usually is? I'm still in university so int eh opposite situation but do have a good handle on the ins and outs of the lines my local AD sells. Like some of the others have mentioned it wouldn't be about the wage but for the discount

19 March 2015, 01:42 PM	#10
Wesley Crusher "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Wes Location: Holosuite Posts: 6,345	Great idea. You will likely put the other salesmen to shame with your knowledge.

19 March 2015, 02:43 PM	#16
mega "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: DC Posts: 24	A while ago, I had a colleague who used to sell watches and he said he was really good at it (and I believed him). When I asked him what was the number one characteristic of a good watch salesperson, he said without hesitation, " being knowledgeable." Go for it and good luck! (What's the worst that could happen if it doesn't work out?!)

19 March 2015, 03:12 PM	#17
Kadhytia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: SoCal & Jakarta Watch: ROLEX, AP, and PP Posts: 916	I think AD would be better for collectors to wprk at. Collectors seldomly purchase from boutique hence making no connection with the client. I befriend more AD salespeople than boutiques. Just my IMHO

19 March 2015, 05:05 PM	#18
AL7273 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UAE Posts: 195	The sister of a former friend of my wife's worked at Rolex in Geneve (they had a falling out unfortunately!) Her friend's sister received 2-months paid vacation and a 20% discount on (2) Rolex watches each year.

19 March 2015, 08:44 PM	#23
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	I had the same idea but working for a bank instead. Guess what...............................no discount.

20 March 2015, 02:30 AM	#24
jshepard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMTII Posts: 1,180	I notice a lot of ADs are more knowledgable about sales techniques than the watches themselves. I wonder if ADs prefer experience in sales over actual knowledge of the watches. Until then you can practice on TRF with the usual "Which should I buy?" or "Should I buy this or this?" threads that come through here often. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 March 2015, 03:57 AM	#26
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Don't have to know anything about Rolex to work at an AD IMO.

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