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.
Test Lab Badge Patch
For most achivements and events in Scouting, patches are created to commemorate the accomplishment. Looking back on the patches you have earned is a great way to remember your Scouting experiences. Also, patches are a major trading item among Scouts.
Scouting America does not create or sell patches for the Test Lab badges during their pilot phase. However, an unofficial patch has been created by Scoutmaster Bucky. This patch can only be worn on the back of the merit badge sash as the front is reserved for official merit badges.
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:
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.
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
6.
Develop and practice your auction chant. Perform the auction chant for
your counselor and at a unit meeting.
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
