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Receptionist salaries fall between $27,000 and $43,000. Receptionist jobs are considered entry-level positions, and the salaries reflect this. If you're just starting out in the field, you can expect a starting salary of around $30,000 in most markets. For this reason, becoming a receptionist is a great option for young people, students, and others with little to no prior work experience.

Receptionist salaries are fairly consistent across Canada, indicating steady demand in all Canadian markets. Currently, receptionist salaries in Montreal are slightly lower than the national average, however, this tends to be the case across the board; the cost of living in Montreal is lower than in most other major Canadian cities.

You are the face of your company. As the first person that customers or clients deal with, you set the tone and are responsible for creating a positive first impression. Everything you do is influential – your voice, personal grooming, clothing, and demeanor – all of it reflects on your employer. During the course of your workday, your tasks may include:

• answering, screening, and forwarding phone calls
• greeting visitors in person
• operating a variety of office equipment, including computers,
• printers, fax machines, photocopiers, scanners, and  telephone answering systems
• accepting, sorting and delivering mail and packages
• performing basic administrative tasks, like filing and sorting
• assisting coworkers with various tasks

Receptionist jobs are often entry-level, so you aren't required to bring too much to the table. Instead, you bring a bright personality. You need exceptional communication skills above all. Your primary function is to greet and interact with clients and customers. In addition to being friendly and personable, you will also need basic administrative skills. Some of the skills receptionists should possess include:

• good memory and note-taking skills
• ability to multi-task and prioritize
• dependability, reliability, and efficiency
• patience and excellent listening skills
• a respectful attitude and good manners
• ability to handle stressful situations
• common sense and problem-solving

It’s not unusual for receptionists to expand their responsibilities and move up in the organization they work at. Receptionist jobs attract a high number of applicants as many job seekers see receptionist jobs as a way into a company that interests them. To make the most of your 'in' and transform it into a career, you must be committed to performing your role and show that you're ready and willing to take on more responsibility.

The skills and experience that you gain as a receptionist are highly transferable to any job or industry, leaving the future possibilities for your career very open ended. Receptionists can transfer their skills into roles in customer service, marketing, PR, finance, telecommunications, technology, and other industries.