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Marisol
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Brigham City, Utah
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What skills do I need to work at a clothing store?
#retailsales #clothingstore #clothes
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Kiirsten Suomu
Sales Representative at Universal Orlando Resort
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Kiirsten’s Answer
Hi Marisol!
Judy has provided some great answers to your question. I actually worked in retail for several years and completely agree with Judy's response-- customer service is HUGE, as well as patience. I would also recommend that attention to detail is an important skill, retail is based a lot upon presentation-- people will buy less from a store if the store is disheveled and buying less is bad for business! Also, this isn't a skill, but being willing to have a flexible schedule is also important-- I worked at the mall in high school and had to miss many Friday night hangouts with friends, because the mall was super busy on Friday nights-- just be sure to know that you will most likely be working a few hours a night and on the weekends.
Have fun!
Judy has provided some great answers to your question. I actually worked in retail for several years and completely agree with Judy's response-- customer service is HUGE, as well as patience. I would also recommend that attention to detail is an important skill, retail is based a lot upon presentation-- people will buy less from a store if the store is disheveled and buying less is bad for business! Also, this isn't a skill, but being willing to have a flexible schedule is also important-- I worked at the mall in high school and had to miss many Friday night hangouts with friends, because the mall was super busy on Friday nights-- just be sure to know that you will most likely be working a few hours a night and on the weekends.
Have fun!
Alexandria Arredondo
Sales represenative
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Alexandria’s Answer
Hi Marisol!
Great question! When working in retail I would say customer service is key for success! Clothing stores are constantly changing with the seasons and trends so I would recommend staying on top of the styles that are trending. Patience and communication are two other important factors when working in retail.
Good luck!
Great question! When working in retail I would say customer service is key for success! Clothing stores are constantly changing with the seasons and trends so I would recommend staying on top of the styles that are trending. Patience and communication are two other important factors when working in retail.
Good luck!
Judy Park
External Affairs | Community Connector | Resume + STAR Interview Coach at Comcast
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Hi Marisol,
Most Retail companies will focus on the following:
* Customer Service focus
* Great communication skills
* Problem Solving (Listening to the customer and finding a solution that works for them)
* Multi-tasking
If you have a strong interest in clothing, I'd definitely keep up to date on the trends and study into how to dress individuals/profiles and make recommendations when you're able. Good Luck
Most Retail companies will focus on the following:
* Customer Service focus
* Great communication skills
* Problem Solving (Listening to the customer and finding a solution that works for them)
* Multi-tasking
If you have a strong interest in clothing, I'd definitely keep up to date on the trends and study into how to dress individuals/profiles and make recommendations when you're able. Good Luck
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