To become a successful bank teller, mastering basic arithmetic is essential, including memorization of multiplication tables for quick calculations. Utilizing a calculator can enhance speed and accuracy, especially for complex transactions. Additionally, understanding economics and interest calculations is crucial for the role. Practicing mental math techniques, such as breaking down complex multiplications into simpler steps, can further improve efficiency and effectiveness in daily tasks.
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Arithmetic should be enough. You might also want to have your multiplication tables memorized to the point that you don't even need to think, so you can count quickly by whatever unit you're counting (2, 5, 10, 20, etc.). I was never a teller, but I counted lots of money on a regular basis, and this was all I ever used. Or you could just use- what's that called- oh, yeah- a calculator. 
Memorization is the only "trick" I know of for counting. When calculating in my head, I find it's usually faster to do more easier steps rather than fewer harder steps. And take advantage of things you already know. For instance, for 83 * 7, I would multiply first 80 * 7, then 3 * 7 and add them together. Or for 25 * 6, I happen to already know that 53 = 125. So I would just add 125 + 25. Things like that. You can probably find tips for fast calculation at other places on the internet.mouse said:howdy,
thanks for the tips. any of you know any counting tricks to make counting seem more effortless...magical? any math tricks or shortcuts that can be practically useful to the job? i desire to become an above average teller.
