The work schedules were inconsistent and some of the managers are bad at keeping track of the break schedules.
Advice
Be clear about what hours you can work because I have been scheduled to close one day and then open the next.
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Customer Service Representative
April 2019 • Macedonia, OH
What I liked
Very welcoming staff, everyone wants to do their job and make sure that customers are satisfied
What I wish was different
Management could be a little more organized
Advice
Always thank your supervisors for assisting you and never be afraid to be yourself; customers seem to have a better experience when you engage in a regular conversation
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Retail Associate
November 2015 • Spokane, WA
What I liked
Great co-workers, dependable income, and good hours
What I wish was different
Better managers and more staff. I am always over worker and under appreciated
Advice
You are never too good for a job that pays the bills. Be proud of your work
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Cashier
June 2017 - August 2018 • Niles, OH
What I liked
I enjoyed the crew of people I worked with and the environment of the stroe
What I wish was different
The way it was managed.
Advice
It is a lot of work for little pay. If you want to work with cool people go for it but it is a lot of work.
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Retail Sales Associate
September 2018 - October 2019 • Brandon, FL
What I liked
The employees were nice and fun to be around.
What I wish was different
The management
Advice
It was hard working there being surrounded by clothes. I actually gained a shopping addiction being there. It's bad
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Cashier
July - September 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
My hours
What I wish was different
The environment can be better
Advice
Patience is truly a virtue
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Cashier
September 2018 • Gilbert, AZ
What I liked
The coworkers are awesome
What I wish was different
The pay should be more
Advice
If you can have patients with people, you can go a long way in retail.
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Cashier
March 2019 • Independence, MO
What I liked
Management is willing to work with employee scheduling
What I wish was different
Advice
This is a customer service job, so you need to be willing to work effectively with other people
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Sales associate
June 2019 • Miami Gardens, FL
What I liked
Atmosphere is amazing. There is a policy that doesn’t discriminate at all — I can keep my hair dyed, piercings in and tattoos visible without being turned away. There’s room to jump around and learn the entire store.
What I wish was different
the wage be higher.
Advice
Never underestimate the work put in by employees in retail nor the experience can acquire.
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Cashier
May - August 2020 • Frisco, TX
What I liked
I liked that it was close to home for me, and the people I worked with were nice and willing to help me out.
What I wish was different
I wish I had gotten to learn more about certain things in the retail world, like merchandising, ticketing, etc.
Advice
Retail is just as bad as everyone says it is in the beginning, but don't quit because you get a bad start. Keep going and you just might learn something and enjoy yourself.
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Check Out Cashier
June - August 2019 • Cedar Rapids, IA
What I liked
I liked working with customers and also sorting out the racks.
What I wish was different
I wish the organizational system was more streamlined.
Advice
Some jobs offer hours that vary week to week so only take a job like that if you can afford it, is good for a flexible schedule.
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Retail associate
January 2017 - June 2019 • Miami, FL
What I liked
The discount is my favorite
What I wish was different
The people
Advice
Be the best you that you can and dont get involved in any drama
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Cashier
May - August 2019 • Liverpool, NY
What I liked
I gained customer service experience that I wouldn't have had otherwise, and learned how to work handle situations with difficult people.
What I wish was different
Advice
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assistant buyer
June - August 2019 • Burlington, NJ
What I liked
I really enjoyed the fact that I could go to market twice a week and obtain hands on experience to learn more about this industry rather than just partaking in busy work for the entire summer.
What I wish was different
I wished that there had been more assistance in finding housing as it took a while to find something suitable and also I wish there was more opportunities/ communication when planning the bonding activities with the other interns. Due to commuting difficulties and the amount of tolls that had to be paid to get certain places.
Advice
I would say ask all the questions you possibly can and partake in all opportunities for shadowing as it will be on of the few times to learn about industries that you may not have heard of in school or if you have learn about what goes on on a daily basis rather than just textbook knowledge.
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Cashier
June - August 2020 • New York City, NY
What I liked
I met different people and was able to touch up on my Spanish-speaking skills.
What I wish was different
Retail stores don't run well without exploitation. The (3) managers on 14th Street never really cared about my personal schedule, which meant they never tried to work with me and/or made it a hassle to adjust my schedule. They spoke to me like I was incompetent at times and violated (they still are) a bunch of COVID-19 health regulations which also motivated me to leave ASAP.
Advice
Only do this temporarily please, would definitely not work there again unless it was to make emergency cash.
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Santitazation
July - September 2020 • Valley Stream, NY
What I liked
I enjoyed serving customers as they entered the store with a clean environment. The interaction with people was quite interesting and educating as I learn how to meet someone's wishes.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more protective gear as I interact with a high volume of people. A mask and latex gloves were not enough protection for me.
Advice
When you show people you care, most of them reciprocate with appreciation but you have to give yourself a certain amount of allowance for those who don't.
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Buying Intern
June - August 2021 • Burlington, NJ
What I liked
From the start of the internship, I was a full-time team member. I was able to email vendors, attend buying meetings, and help plan for upcoming months.
What I wish was different
I would not change anything about the internship. It was extremely hands-on and I was able to be truly exposed to the life of a buyer.
Advice
Come ready to work! This internship was fast-paced and gave students a real opportunity to see what it is like working at the company.
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Receiving Associate
October 2017 • Austell, GA
What I liked
I like the early mornings that I work and my co workers. I have learned a lot of customer service skills from being here.
What I wish was different
I wish that I could move up in the company and learn more on the corporate side of things.
Advice
This is a great company to work for. If you get hired at Burlington soak in as much information and new skills that you can.
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Warehouse
April - August 2019 • North Olmsted, OH
What I liked
Favorable hours
What I wish was different
Higher pay
Advice
Always work your hardest, you never know where one connection can get you.
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Cashier
November 2020 - February 2021 • Hazlet, NJ
What I liked
The managers and team were really nice
What I wish was different
I wish it was more organized and to get everyone’s schedules correct
Advice
Even if you are treated very kindly you should never be adriana to say no to things you are not comfortable doing. Only you know your limits.
