I am a retail Hag.. I started in retail at 16 and have been a salesperson, a manager, a store manager and a buyer.. I have opened stores and I have closed stores.. I have never worked anywhere for less than 5 years at a time..
I love giving great customer service and pride myself on helping people find exactly what they are looking for and the perfect gift..
I used to be young and perky and cute.. Now I am one of those older enthusiastic sales people.. that some people roll their eyes at.. But I really do love it.
I have made really good money and I have worked where the money was not great, but the skills I learned helped me in my next location..
I also love exciting merchandise. I have always worked were I personally loved the merchandise and actually shopped.
Retail is takes a lot of self motivation, you have to like people and understand that not everyone you help will have your taste.. If someone was not having a great day, get ready to deal with them regardless.