We surveyed 2,435 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.

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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.