We surveyed 2,428 concierges to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical concierge. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a concierge?
Low
High
Working as a concierge typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a concierge?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a concierge typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a concierge?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically not very difficult to find a job as a concierge. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for concierges.
Do concierges work full-time or part-time?
69% of concierges work in full-time roles while 31% work part-time.
Is being a concierge stressful?
Low
High
Concierges tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a concierge?
Low
High
Some level of organization is generally required to be a concierge.
How competitive is the workplace for concierges?
Low
High
Competition at work is not common for concierges.
Does being a concierge require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for concierges.
Are concierges allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Concierges rarely get a chance to express themselves creatively.
Do concierges have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
Concierges tend to have a set and inflexible work schedule that they are unable to deviate from too much.
Is being a concierge physically demanding?
Low
High
Being a concierge may occasionally require demanding physical activity, which may make it not a suitable career choice for everyone.
Are concierges exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
While sometimes repetitive, concierges tend to have opportunities for variety in their work.
Does being a concierge require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a concierge.
Does being a good concierge require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
Strong compassion and empathy are critical to success as a concierge.