Auctioneering

The Auctioneering Badge is a dynamic blend of public speaking and salesmanship that offers Scouts the opportunity to develop essential communication and persuasion skills. Scouts will learn about the history of auctioneering, develop presentation techniques, and build rapport with an audience. They’ll engage in mock auctions to practice creating demand and closing deals while also learning how to handle challenges and uphold ethical standards. This badge fosters confidence and critical thinking skills that are powerful tools for personal growth, leadership roles, and future success.

What is on the worksheet

Every prototype requirement, word for word as published by Scouting America, with room to write under each one on the printable workbook.

History of Auctions

Discuss with your counselor the history of auctions worldwide. Cite where these auctions were held and the types of items sold.

Roles in an Auction

Describe to your counselor the different roles in an auction.

Auction vs. Traditional Sales

Describe to your counselor the differences and similarities between the auction method and the traditional method of sales.

Interview an Auctioneer

With permission from your parents or Guardian, contact a professional auctioneer and record an interview with the auctioneer that lasts approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Do one of the following:

A Shadow that auctioneer for a day and discuss with your counselor what you learned about auctioneering and being an auctioneer.
B Attend a live auction of any type. Take notes on what is occurring during the auction and how the auctioneer interacts with the bidders, and discuss them with your counselor.
C View an online auction until the sale is concluded and discuss it with your counselor.

Assets, Customers, and Formats

Discuss with your counselor:

A Types of assets sold at auction
B Types of customers you would be selling these assets for
C List the types of auction formats and the benefits of each and why an auctioneer might sell something through an online auction versus a live auction versus a simulcast auction

The Auction Chant

Develop and practice your auction chant. Perform the auction chant for your counselor and at a unit meeting.

Plan a Unit Auction

Plan a simple live or online auction at your unit meeting and document the steps from start to finish.

Auctioneering Careers

Describe for your counselor the steps you can take to become involved in the auction industry, both as a youth and an adult. Investigate and describe to your counselor what it takes to become a professional auctioneer, including

A Auction Schools
B Licensing
C Future Career Paths

Complete Feedback Survey

Complete the survey below to complete the test lab requirements

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Registered Adult Mentors

Any registered adult volunteer can work with you on this potential new merit badge. You do not need a special council-approved merit badge counselor during the prototype phase.

Certificate = Blue Card

When you complete the requirements, take the official survey on scouting.org to receive your Certificate of Completion. When Scouting America officially approves this badge, your certificate serves as a completed blue card—entered into Scoutbook Plus with no re-testing required!

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