I've never been to an orientation before!!! OR have I...... *Flash back to two insurance companies I went to once...*
I have great news and bad news!
The great news is, I have a job!
The bad news is, it's in retail and the pay is 7.25 an hour (Wah wah wah)
It wasn't an interview, but a meeting; With about 8 other people. We all had to fill out a bunch of work papers. There was a whole lot of down time; so we all got to know each other. One girl was convinced she knew me, but once we found out we went to the same middle school, high school and college, we must have crossed paths at some point in time.
The meeting went well, we mostly filled out papers and the guy who was there told us about the store policies and all of that stuff.
The meeting was nice and everyone was nice as well, although the pay is just deplorable... I mean 7.25 and hour? A gallon of milk costs 5 dollars!
But at least it is a stepping stone in the start of anything for me; even if it sucks... you just have to hold on tightly (And look for something better on the side)
Oddly enough, I can't reveal the name of the company because the person we spoke to said not to talk about the store in a good or bad way.. and he said no blogging! I was like... really.. I was thinking about this blog when he said that.
The only thing I can say is that it's a big retail store much like Kohl's, which the store was compared to.
Training starts tomorrow the 27th, not looking forward to that since I didn't want to work on Saturdays; alternatively I could go on Sunday, but I'll choose it earlier.
Good thing though, the orientation was a paid meeting!
I think this will be an interesting experience for me, as I've never had a retail job before and I am interested in the experience, hopefully it will turn out okay for me.
I'm still going to look for something else in the mean time though...
I am however really sad in a way, cause this means it is time to say good bye to all of the great people at my volunteer work..
It's funny cause I am upgrading and downgrading at the same time.
It's an upgrade because I am getting paid; but it's also a downgrade since office work is so much better than retail.
Clue # 1: If they ask for two forms of I.D, 99% of the chance it means they are hiring you.
This has happened to me twice before, once for a staffing company and another time for a trip to NYC.
Technically, my first employer is a staffing agency. But they have been as useful as a dead cat.
Friday, October 26, 2012
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Social Networking
With Social Networking being a big part of the world these days, it's always good to get yourself out there more. Lot's of employers check social media sites to see who you are and what you're all about.
I suggest creating a Business account for social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.
It's also good not to use your usual account, as employers could find something about you that gives them a reason why they do not hire you in the end.
Your business account should only have things related to your coursework, job experience and other things like that. They should also apply to what you do as well... like if you're an artist, post some of your artwork!
Show examples as to why you would be best for any job in your field.
A blog is also a good thing to add as well.
Here are some social networking sites I know of...
http://www.facebook.com
http://www.myspace.com
http://www. twitter.com
http://www.Chime.in/
http://www. littlemonsters.com
http://www. tinierme.com
It's also good to have a website/portfolio as well.
I suggest creating a Business account for social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.
It's also good not to use your usual account, as employers could find something about you that gives them a reason why they do not hire you in the end.
Your business account should only have things related to your coursework, job experience and other things like that. They should also apply to what you do as well... like if you're an artist, post some of your artwork!
Show examples as to why you would be best for any job in your field.
A blog is also a good thing to add as well.
Here are some social networking sites I know of...
http://www.facebook.com
http://www.myspace.com
http://www. twitter.com
http://www.Chime.in/
http://www. littlemonsters.com
http://www. tinierme.com
It's also good to have a website/portfolio as well.
Career Fair #4
The fourth career fair I went to, was yesterday the 19th. It took place in my local library, it was also the first time I went on a career fair by myself. It was a bit scary, but I was able to do it.
There were about 10 companies and I spoke with the ones that were more applicable to me.
I was really able to get into it... One staffing company, I dove right in... "I'd like to obtain a position in a reputable company."
The career fair was nice, although not many things for me. I even gave two applications in for my mother.
EDIT: 11/8/2012 This career fair landed me a job at a retail company for a seasonal position.
There were about 10 companies and I spoke with the ones that were more applicable to me.
I was really able to get into it... One staffing company, I dove right in... "I'd like to obtain a position in a reputable company."
The career fair was nice, although not many things for me. I even gave two applications in for my mother.
EDIT: 11/8/2012 This career fair landed me a job at a retail company for a seasonal position.
My meeting with AFLAC
On Monday, 15 2012. I had a meeting with AFLAC. They talked to me and three other people about the company, and although I did listen, I would get confused and bored at certain times. Like, they mentioned commission a few times and I had no idea what that meant.
By the end of the meeting, I was convinced to try AFLAC out. They told everyone to call back from 9-10 am, if we were still interested.
I was still interested, so I was going to call.
On the ride home, my mother was telling me about how it was probably a position in sales. The only way you get paid is on Commission, and commission means you only get paid if you get someone to buy AFLAC's insurance.... so if you're shy and quiet like me, you'd probably do terribly and wouldn't get paid at all.
After my mother talked to me about it, I wasn't very interested in the job anymore and never called them back.
By the end of the meeting, I was convinced to try AFLAC out. They told everyone to call back from 9-10 am, if we were still interested.
I was still interested, so I was going to call.
On the ride home, my mother was telling me about how it was probably a position in sales. The only way you get paid is on Commission, and commission means you only get paid if you get someone to buy AFLAC's insurance.... so if you're shy and quiet like me, you'd probably do terribly and wouldn't get paid at all.
After my mother talked to me about it, I wasn't very interested in the job anymore and never called them back.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Interview 25: It's so magical~
My 25th interview was for Macy's the third time! It took place Friday October 5th, 2012.
For the first time, I actually woke up early at 10 am and had breakfast, something I hadn't done before because interviews always made me nervous and I'd end up sleeping at like 3 or 4 in the morning.
My interview was at 11:45 am.
I got dressed and I left to go to Macy's....
When I got there, I was getting so excited, my first interview was a bust and my second one was pointless. But this time, this time felt different and I was wide awake and not sleepy either... I felt a magical energy at work.
When I got there, I waited for about 10 minutes thinking about how much better I was than the two other people in the room looking for an interview.
When I finally got interviewed it was by a woman with very hairy arms, she was very nice though.
The interview went well and the lady even gave me the answer to one of the questions.
She asked these questions which could be helpful to someone else.
○ Why do you want to work at macys?
My answer was that I wanted to work in retail.
○ Do you have retail experience
In which I said no and the woman said they'd train me.
○ If you saw someone stealing a product, what would you do?
I said that I'd tell them not to do that, but she said it was the wrong answer in which I said tell the supervisor.
Apparently, at Macy's... if someone steals something, the employees become ninja's and sneak around the building to watch what that person who stole the first time, it's a big hush hush until the person is caught.
○ What was a time you had to work as a team?
I said one time I went with my friends to take pictures for our photography class.
In the end I said that the reason why they should hire me was because I am Reliable, honest and Hardworking and they would not be disappointed.
The next day I got an email at 10 am, although I didn't read it until 2 am on the 7th.
It said your basic, "We didn't like you.. but have a nice day!"
For the first time, I actually woke up early at 10 am and had breakfast, something I hadn't done before because interviews always made me nervous and I'd end up sleeping at like 3 or 4 in the morning.
My interview was at 11:45 am.
I got dressed and I left to go to Macy's....
When I got there, I was getting so excited, my first interview was a bust and my second one was pointless. But this time, this time felt different and I was wide awake and not sleepy either... I felt a magical energy at work.
When I got there, I waited for about 10 minutes thinking about how much better I was than the two other people in the room looking for an interview.
When I finally got interviewed it was by a woman with very hairy arms, she was very nice though.
The interview went well and the lady even gave me the answer to one of the questions.
She asked these questions which could be helpful to someone else.
○ Why do you want to work at macys?
My answer was that I wanted to work in retail.
○ Do you have retail experience
In which I said no and the woman said they'd train me.
○ If you saw someone stealing a product, what would you do?
I said that I'd tell them not to do that, but she said it was the wrong answer in which I said tell the supervisor.
Apparently, at Macy's... if someone steals something, the employees become ninja's and sneak around the building to watch what that person who stole the first time, it's a big hush hush until the person is caught.
○ What was a time you had to work as a team?
I said one time I went with my friends to take pictures for our photography class.
In the end I said that the reason why they should hire me was because I am Reliable, honest and Hardworking and they would not be disappointed.
The next day I got an email at 10 am, although I didn't read it until 2 am on the 7th.
It said your basic, "We didn't like you.. but have a nice day!"
Thank you for your interest in the position of Macy's
We have carefully reviewed your skills and qualifications. Unfortunately, we do not have an appropriate job opportunity for you.
We thank you again for your interest in exploring employment opportunities with us, and wish you much success in your future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Human Resources
Macy's
Blah Blah Blah, at this point I'd rather not be notified... I really thought it would work out this time, but I guess not.
At least I got to see a cute guy at the supermarket later on...
It also had a bad pay, 8.00$ an hour is criminal...
I think all companies should make minimum wage set as 10 an hour, it's a fair pay..I mean a gallon of milk is 5 dollars..
I think all companies should make minimum wage set as 10 an hour, it's a fair pay..I mean a gallon of milk is 5 dollars..
Lesson Learned: Yeah, I really don't know anymore...
I guess, don't get your hopes up and just keep applying...
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