I am 20 years old and have only had two jobs in the past two years and one of them was only seasonal work. I applied yesterday morning on a whim and got a call about three hours later on the same day. It's a new Barnes and Noble that just opened up, so maybe they are really desperate for employers? I mean, I didn't even have professional refrences listed on my application.
The truth is that I do love reading and books and spend more time in Borders/Barnes and Noble in the past few years than in school! It's a great atmosphere and I love the cafe that it would be a perfect place for me to work but it this is such a cliche and overused answer.
What should i expect from this interview? Questions? Is a pair of fitted black pants, a sweater and a pair of heeled boots okay to wear?
My interview is tomorrow at 4:30pm.
2007-11-29 15:36:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Let them ask the questions and answer honestly. When they get to "why did you apply" or "why barnes and noble" tell them the exact thing you said above, the truth is you love reading, spend more time in barnes than hanging out, it's a great atmosphere and you love books, list the categories you like. It's not a cliche if it's the truth, silly.
Interview in a suit.
2007-11-29 15:48:56 · answer #1 · answered by scarlettboca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing thats helpful in any kind of sales is listening skills. Being able to listen to the customer and understand what they want, versus being able to recommend what youve read.
Granted in that type of jobs, its a requirement to be well read. Stress a variety of styles/genre, even if you dont read all of them. Id say do some quick research on their website, looking at all types of best sellers. Also during the holiday season dependability is very important.
For the look, Id just make sure you look polished. The outfit sounds fine, unless the sweater is flimsy.Good luck.
2007-11-29 15:47:40 · answer #2 · answered by lillilou 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Your love of books. 2. Friendly customer service (willingness to work with customers to get the book they are searching for) 3. Attention to detail 4. Understand that the VAST majority of your time will be standing up. good luck
2016-04-06 04:46:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋