Book excerpt: Do you want to know the secret to become a successful merchandiser? Do you wanna break into the merchandising industry and explore every aspect of it? This book can help you. In this book, you'll find out more about what it means to "merchandise", an overview of the merchandising industry, types of merchandising roles you can choose from, and how to become a merchandiser. You'll find a wealth of knowledge to help you get started immediately. In a merchandising position, you'll gain that flexibility you need throughout the day that will make a huge difference in your life. This book will show you: - Merchandising 101 - Types of Merchandising Roles - Ensure Your Success as a Merchandiser - Merchandiser Working Schedule - Qualifications and Materials Needed for Merchandising Positions - Merchandiser Pay - Using the NARMS Website - The Companies That Hire Merchandisers