(PSN)TheArrowOfGod Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 I have an interview tomorrow at 10am on the other side of a town for a job as a stocker. I hope the STOCKER isn't my boss! ehehheheh. No seriously I need some info. Me soon^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(PSN)excat_56 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Hook us up with employee discounts! j/k.... Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stratego89 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 (edited) Well I really have no right or proper capability to give good advice. I'd personally just say be confident and hopeful. Good luck! EDIT: Ok I really can't resist... apologies ahead of time. I hear there's this guy Alex that works there, ask him ;) Edited May 7, 2015 by Stratego89 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(PSN)TheArrowOfGod Posted May 7, 2015 Author Share Posted May 7, 2015 Hook us up with employee discounts! j/k.... Good luck! If I do get the job i'll buy plat and send you some >_> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archistopheles Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Whatever you do, don't get drunk or stoned tonight, and you should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(PSN)Pengu_Imperialus Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 (edited) Other than dress decent and be clean? It's been over a decade since I worked there, but I would say make good eye contact, and generally present with a good attitude. Imagine the guy/gal you like to be helped by when you go in a store. Edit: also Archistopheles up there speaks great wisdom lol. Edited May 7, 2015 by (PS4)geomancer1980 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brynslustafir Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 (edited) I work at Lowes... as a heavy merchandise loader. My shoulders hit rank 30 in no time. On a more serious note, the best thing I can say is never stress out and remember the sequence for helping customers with questions. 1. Find out what the question is. 2. Can you answer it yourself? If not, find an employee who's been there longer than you or consult another reputable resource. 3. If you consult another employee. Stay around and listen to pick up new info. The more you know about the job, the better you will perform. The better you perform, the more potential you have for raises or promotions to positions like a department manager. Also, NEVER overstress your lower back. I'm one of the only dedicated Loaders at my store that's never had an on-the-job injury. But I hear dislocated spinal cartilage disks aren't very fun to deal with. Edited May 7, 2015 by Plasmaface Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-FV-Metheria Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 First of all, wear a blue shirt and tan khakis. Show you are a hipster against their competitor Best-Buy by wearing their uniform! Target will love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadiace Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 I've worked at Target for three years; however as far as interviews they can go, it's sporadic. Different people from different perspectives with different questions will interview you. At most, you should be speaking with three people. They will all be from different sections of the store and consist of different backgrounds of working applications, and will ask you questions, generically, regarding situations they themselves may be involved in and how to handle them. Your sure-fire responses will always be something in regards to teamwork and flexibility and sincerity. Target (by policy) wants the best experience for their guests (customers). They emphasize that term more than anything, so refer to it as much as possible. Initiative, sincerity and flexibility -- and the ability to show them to the guests -- are your biggest aspects. I know you're shooting for the backroom/flow/stocking team, but you play just as big of a role on the floor as anyone else, and will be viewed as a greater asset if you show them this instead of just expecting to simply stock merchandise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brynslustafir Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 First of all, wear a blue shirt and tan khakis. Show you are a hipster against their competitor Best-Buy by wearing their uniform! Target will love it. The boss may laugh at first, but no matter how much you display your love for the color blue, the slip you'll walk out with will be pink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(PSN)TheArrowOfGod Posted May 7, 2015 Author Share Posted May 7, 2015 Do they throw you trick questions?! Man its so easy making plat and credits in the game but so hard in real life. I just want to switch teleport my life with a rich person -__- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(PSN)excat_56 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 If I do get the job i'll buy plat and send you some >_> Lol, appreciate the offer and sportsmanship. :-) Best advice for an interview, having been in plenty, and done plenty of them. Think before you speak, try not to stutter and talk too much, but don't talk too little. Ask intelligent questions and show you are sincere in wanting to work for them (if you actually are). Don't start an interview asking how many hours they are wanting you to work, or how much you will get paid, those questions should come in the middle of an interview. When you first meet them, thank them for the time to meet and interview you, because they have plenty of other work they can be doing, and it shows that you understand that they are giving you an opportunity and you value their time. When you end the interview, end it with asking them if they will contact you with whatever decision they make, so you will know even if you don't get the job, or if you will need to contact them again. (Once again showing a genuine interest). If they covered this information in the interview, verify the methods they told you that they will contact you. (i.e. "Earlier you said you would call if you would be offering me a position, do you know a time frame in which you will be making a decision, or do you offer any notice if I won't be offered a position?") Then thank them for their time again. Although outdated, thank you cards go a long way, and sometimes if you have the person's direct e-mail address, a thank you e-mail will suffice in showing further gratitude. Best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brynslustafir Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Do they throw you trick questions?! Man its so easy making plat and credits in the game but so hard in real life. I just want to switch teleport my life with a rich person -__- I didn't get any trick questions in my lowes interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverlordMcGeek Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 They ask basic questions. Just use common sense to answer them. Answer promptly and without stuttering. Don't be long winded. Make sure you know what questions you want to ask them. Show them that you actually give a damn about being there rather than: Interviewer: Why do you want to work here? You: I needs the plats, son! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(PSN)TheArrowOfGod Posted May 7, 2015 Author Share Posted May 7, 2015 They ask basic questions. Just use common sense to answer them. Answer promptly and without stuttering. Don't be long winded. Make sure you know what questions you want to ask them. Show them that you actually give a damn about being there rather than: Interviewer: Why do you want to work here? You: I needs the plats, son! But what if they play WF too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverlordMcGeek Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 But what if they play WF too? Then you do the ultra secret WF handshake with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPie5 Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 I've got two tips for you:1. When you walk into the office (or wherever else the interview would be), say "Alright, let's cut the crap. You need S#&$ done and I need money."2. Never ask me for advice again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverlordMcGeek Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 So, how did it go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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