I wish they were more clear about the hours that we were going to receive in the beginning. It took a few weeks for them to get the proper schedule running and to give people more hours.
Advice
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Retail
April 2016 • Simsbury, CT
What I liked
Hours were flexible
What I wish was different
When I started
Advice
Always show up on time and give your best effort
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Cashier
May - July 2019 • Deptford Township, NJ
What I liked
It was a good first job and everyone was nice and patient when I had questions.
What I wish was different
I wish that the employers were more aware of my schedule because I said I was able to work on mornings but they also had me work at night.
Advice
Be patient when costumers are angry. If you respond back in the same tone they will get even more upset and you'll have to deal with them even more.
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Sales Associate
January 2019 • South Burlington, VT
What I liked
The family like relationship amongst workers.
What I wish was different
The hours I was offer to work are a bit straining especially during holiday session so maybe more employees
Advice
Make to always allow yourself time to recharge from the amount of work
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retail
April 2016 • Reading, MA
What I liked
The coworkers, retail environment, quality customers
What I wish was different
I wish customers were more respectful sometimes
Advice
Retail opens your eyes and gives you great customer experience
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Cashier
May 2018 • Fairfax, VA
What I liked
Other employees were friendly. Learned a lot of things like how to communicate with different types of customers.
What I wish was different
I really hoped I could use different skills that I learned in classes.
Advice
You need a lot of patience if you are working in retail.
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Sales associate
May 2018 • Wichita, KS
What I liked
Easy way to practice communicating with customers
What I wish was different
Higher pay
Advice
Great first job
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Sales Floor Associate
May 2019 • Geneva, IL
What I liked
My co-workers at the store were very friendly and always willing to help with any uncertainties
What I wish was different
I wish that the hours were more stable instead of it being on a day to day basis
Advice
Always ask questions and follow the proper saftey techniques
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Sales Associate
June - August 2019 • Oshkosh, WI
What I liked
The hourly wage was fair and getting paid weekly instead of biweekly was nice.
What I wish was different
I wish that management would have communicated with each other more as to what their expectations were because they seemed to differ and would change on a daily basis. There was also a lack of organization with staffing and who would be doing what and you would constantly get pulled to do something else when you were told to do one thing. We were often over staffed.
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Cashier
May 2017 - August 2019 • Paramus, NJ
What I liked
I liked how everyone worked together like a family. They offered a lot of hours and spent a lot of time training me before putting me on register to make sure I was comfortable. Management was very open to questions and always being hands on to help any and everyone.
What I wish was different
I wish the management stuck to the policies of the company when encountering a customer with a problem. Most of the time new rules would be made up on the spot to please each customer, it was difficult to keep up with this as an employee.
Advice
Working in retail was a great first job experience, and can teach you a lot about customer service, team work, and problem solving. While also being able to work on your communication skills, and time management while working under pressure.
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merchandise associate
January 2017 - August 2018 • Bedford, MA
What I liked
Fast paced work environment
What I wish was different
The store manager
Advice
Be prepared to work hard
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Sales Associate
September 2017 • Moreno Valley, CA
What I liked
I like having to learn how it is in retail world also learn good customer service. I like knowing the mangers are happy with the way I work.
What I wish was different
I wish I knew sooner about the job and what I wish to be different is if my coworkers can learn respect. Not just for each other but for the company and customers.
Advice
Don’t take you new job for granted. Work hard and you will be noticed. No job is an easy job. It’s okay to write a lot in your job application! They do look for personality or something different. Be persistent.
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Cashier
July 2018 • Lynnwood, WA
What I liked
Meeting new friends and enjoying the nice customer experience
What I wish was different
Stop annoying customers with TJX cards if they say no.
Advice
It's a nice summer job, that helps interaction with customers and build good relationship with the co-workers.
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Associate
June - August 2018 • Cincinnati, OH
What I liked
gave you a lot of responsible
What I wish was different
I wish customers were nicer
Advice
you will learn how to deal with a variety of people
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HR Intern
June - August 2019 • Middleton, WI
What I liked
It was very fast-pace, and everyday provided new opportunities to learn.
What I wish was different
I wish that my supervisors were a little more helpful in teaching me what my role was in the company.
Advice
Make sure you ask a lot of questions to get the most out of an internship!
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Homegoods Assosiate
November 2017 • Cranberry Township, PA
What I liked
I liked working with people.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have been more social.
Advice
It’s a good experience working in retail because this is just the start of me finding clients for my Mexia Arts Major.
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Sales Associate
July - August 2018 • Gig Harbor, WA
What I liked
I really enjoyed my coworkers and how friendly and helpful they all were. I also loved to do merchandising and sales displays, as well as organization in general.
What I wish was different
(Nothing)
Advice
Don't be afraid to (respectfully) vocalize what positions you like or dislike, or where your strengths lie.
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sales associate
June - July 2019 • McDonough, GA
What I liked
Management
What I wish was different
Coworkers
Advice
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Cashier
February - November 2019 • Prospect Park, PA
What I liked
everythin
What I wish was different
the staff
Advice
amazing
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Backroom/processing associate
June - August 2019 • Westport, CT
What I liked
it was hands-on work
What I wish was different
The salary was low for my standards
Advice
You definitely walk away with a good experience of processing, carpet, rugs, and sales.
