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Cake Decorator

May 2019 • Manassas, VA

What I liked

I like being able to train and learn on the job, and having anything I need at my disposal.

What I wish was different

I wish I had a different team lead.

Advice

I'm still working there, but my advice to anyone entering a new job is to try to be cross-trained into as many components of the company as possible to make you an important asset on the team.

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Team Member

June 2018 • Boynton Beach, FL

What I liked

Flexible hours, wage

What I wish was different

Length of shifts

Advice

Pretty good part time job

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Stores Executive Team Lead

June - August 2019 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

I loved how I got to work in each department and see how everyone functions as a store, and as their own department. Every department has the same goals to meet, but run so differently. You really are exposed to varying management styles and get to compare and contrast how you would handle situations to how others handle them.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have had more of a mentorship throughout the program and had more future career-related conversations.

Advice

Put yourself out there. Ask questions, do the work yourself, step outside your comfort zones. Challenge your weaknesses. This is your opportunity to grow and develop, so take advantage of those around you to help you get to where you want to be; they want to help you!

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Beauty customers

June - August 2019 • Cedar Rapids, IA

What I liked

I like I was able to work with makeup doing something I was passionate about, beauty makeup and interacting with people is my field

What I wish was different

I wish that I had work there for longer

Advice

I got fired for buying something, which I thought that was awful, they are bully, and some underline racism there..

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Guest Advocate

April 2015 • Cedar Rapids, IA

What I liked

I love the flexibility that Target offers for hours and accommodating my summer school schedule.

What I wish was different

The job responsibilities I had.

Advice

Be prepared to be busy pretty much the whole time and to get your workout in.

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Cashier

June 2018 • Tallahassee, FL

What I liked

Making money to survive.

What I wish was different

Schedule.

Advice

Do what you love.

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Style consultant

August 2015 - June 2019 • Alamo Heights, TX

What I liked

Helping people find just the right look

What I wish was different

More team members

Advice

Work hard and enjoy what you do

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Retail associate

June 2019 • Hyattsville, MD

What I liked

Customer service oriented

What I wish was different

Better working environment

Advice

Everyone should work in a customer oriented, busy work place.

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Beauty Consultant

October 2017 - August 2019 • Boise, ID

What I liked

For Idaho, it’s a great pay. Training is clear, and the fast pace makes long shifts go by quickly. Among lower level employees there’s a strong team culture, and opportunities to build quality friendships with coworkers.

What I wish was different

After several management shifts as well as changes in corporate policy, it began to feel like lower level employees were tools and not people. They avoid paying benefits by drastically cutting hours if team members get close to approaching full time. The pay can be inconsistent because of this unless you’re ready to fight to pick up extra shifts beyond your department.

Advice

It’s a demanding retail experience with a large team of employees. Aside from your immediate superior you shouldn’t expect much support or attention from management. There’s a definite corporate feel, so it’s important to have strong connections with your peers.

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Cashier

June - September 2019 • Madison, WI

What I liked

Pay, Hours, and Location

What I wish was different

Duties

Advice

Do something enjoyable

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Inbound

June - August 2019 • Valparaiso, IN

What I liked

The team was always willing to help when I didn't understand something.

What I wish was different

Since I worked 4-6hr days, I would end up working 12 days in a row at times.

Advice

Make sure you keep your schedule available. Specify the days of the week you want off.

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Cash

May 2019 • Winter Garden, FL

What I liked

The pay

What I wish was different

More opportunities to get more hours

Advice

Work is what you make it

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Cashier

June 2017 • Seekonk, MA

What I liked

I liked working with the guests and being part of a team. I liked doing things independently and feeling like I had control.

What I wish was different

Sometimes shift changes can be sloppy and sometimes it feels like there’s no room for growth. Other times there is no supervisor around to help you when you need it.

Advice

It’s a good job, just do what you need to do and you’ll be fine. I recommend this employer highly.

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Closing General Merchandising Expert

September 2017 • Dickson City, PA

What I liked

Flexible hours, opportunity for advancement, and hard work is recognized.

What I wish was different

Advice

Target recognizes excellence. My best advice would be to just work hard, be engaged with guests and the team leads of the store, and don't be afraid to ask questions. There is always room for improvement and if you're interested in advancement opportunities speak up and say something.

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