Chinatown Wars Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I just got a job at Hot Topic and I need advice so I won't get fired. So far that I know is that I start tomorrow and I'm goin to get paid $9.75 an hour. I want to know what I should watch out for (the bad signs, if a "wierd" customer comes in, etc). Any help is appreciated. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshield Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Just wear an obscure band shirt and you'll be swimming in pussy in no time. Trust me. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325844 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-King Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 if a "wierd" customer comes in I heard those tattooed, pierced types are bad for business, watch out for 'em Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325848 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish00 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Hot Topic eh? Wear a death metal band t-shirt, grow your hair long and dye it black or bleach it. And if you experience anything weird put it on the internet. Also, wear masquera. Well that's what I saw the one time I went there. Oh and if you have an experience with a "weird" customer, put it on notalwaysright.com. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325854 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Your definition of weird needs to be elaborated Mr. I-Work-At-Hot-Topic. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325858 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Mister Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Lol not everyone who works at fag stores are fags. Atleast he got a job somewhere... anyways, I work at a skate clothing shop and my advice is to always look busy and let a new customer know that your their to help them. I don't know if your store works on commission though Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325861 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackProject Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Everyone who enters the store will be either sparkly emo fags or annoying Ray William Johnson fans. Good luck. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325895 Share on other sites More sharing options...
XMike Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Gauges. Huge gauges. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325962 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn 7 five 11 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 That really is a hard question, i think all you can do is keep an eye on everyone that comes into the store. Don't be scared to ask your employer some questions if you are un-sure on anything. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325973 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurf You Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Don't use the employee discount on stuff for your boyfriend. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060325995 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrelMaster Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 If you want to catch shoplifters, only time and experience will help you recognize obvious signs that someone is up to no good. Being as how its Hot Topic, I doubt your going to receive any training on the matter. However there are several articles on the internet regarding retail asset protection, here is one a quick google search turned up, if your interested - link. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060326033 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machiavelli's Prophecy Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I just got a job at Hot Topic and I need advice so I won't get fired. So far that I know is that I start tomorrow and I'm goin to get paid $9.75 an hour. I want to know what I should watch out for (the bad signs, if a "wierd" customer comes in, etc). Any help is appreciated. Wear this shirt when you go to work and everyone will LOVE you. http://www.birkoph.com/Wolf_tshirt.htm Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060326101 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 lol @ that link prophecy, "Admin@everythingwolf says... There is no way our shirt cured aids." On topic - Always look busy, even if its just fixing clothes on rails, tidying up etc, in retail bosses love a person who can have things done without being asked to, the boss will recognise your minimising his workload and he/she will respect you for it. Be polite with the customers and be honest aswell, if a shopper asks your opinion of some clothing if they don't suit it then tell them that, ofcourse do it in an unoffensive way like "im not sure that suits your style however i think you would look good in this [insert clothing here] because it brings out your [eyes, shoulders, butt] etc, plus complimenting females may get you girls numbers. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060326135 Share on other sites More sharing options...
epoxi Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Hot Topic? Don't smile at customers, don't insult Twilight, wear white make-up. Only kidding (not about the second one though), good to hear you have a job, good luck. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060326175 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skins Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 get me a discount on a cool hip hop shirt Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060326304 Share on other sites More sharing options...
trip Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 My first job required hardcore, ass kissing, retail training. It was a unique job and I loved it -Say 'Hello' to everyone who walks in the store. Not as a sales person hello. Just smile and say hello and let them go about their business. -When approaching a customer never say 'May I help you?'. You never want to offer a yes or no answer. The correct approach is 'What can I do for you?'. That forces them into talking. -The customer is always right...even when they are wrong. -I have never seen a HotTopic, but I'm guessing a lot of mothers take their kids there? Even though the clothes might be for her son/daughter, she is the one paying. Do some nice lady'centric ass kissing. If they have a nice watch or other piece of jewelery add in a simple "love your watch" or something. Nothing over the top ya know. Just simple stuff. Hey...and congratz on the job. I'm sure it'll be fun. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/469007-im-about-to-get-my-first-job/#findComment-1060326451 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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