I work for a fairly large plumbing wholesaler. They have six showrooms and have dabbled in the showroom business for the past 20 years. Three years ago they decided to really get serious about this very nice part of the business. They rebuilt my 1200-sq.-ft. showroom and it's the nicest one in my marketplace.
I've worked for them for six years - so I have a pretty good knowledge of products and clients. I am the “manager” and a sales consultant. Finally, two years ago management let me hire Patty to help work the showroom. Patty's coming along good, and I know if I could only find the time to train her that she'd be a lot more help - and wouldn't make so many mistakes. Maybe this year I'll find time to work with her.