| Finding the right talent for retail positions can be | | | | Give them your business card and ask for their |
| time-consuming and at times extremely frustrating. But, | | | | contact information. If they seem agreeable have a |
| lucky for you the ability to evaluate talent is all around | | | | short conversation just to get to know them a little bit. |
| you. All you need to do is shop. As a retail manager or | | | | Explain that you are always looking for good people |
| business owner you have the unique opportunity to | | | | and that you have part-time, full-time and even |
| find talent in your everyday life. So take advantage of | | | | management positions available on a regular basis. Tell |
| it. | | | | them (on the surface) they seem to have the kind of |
| Always be on the lookout for talent. When you're | | | | skills you look for in an employee. Ask them if they |
| shopping look for people who have a special knack for | | | | have an interest in taking an application and pursuing |
| helping people and who make your experience extra | | | | new employment. |
| special. Some of the specific skills to look for in recruits | | | | Once you have their contact information and their |
| are: | | | | application the next step is calling them in for an |
| - Enjoy being with other people | | | | interview. Even if you have seen them in action and |
| - Exude enthusiasm for what they do | | | | believe they will be perfect for you organization, an |
| - Take pride in their appearance | | | | interview is essential. You only experienced one |
| - Present themselves with confidence | | | | moment in their day and it's important to sit them down |
| Your success is directly related to the quality of your | | | | and ask behavioral interviewing questions that will |
| employees. Always be looking for recruits, even if you | | | | determine how they have handled situations in their |
| have a full staff. You may not hire them right away | | | | employment history. Also, at an interview you can |
| but if you have their contact information you will know | | | | make sure they understand your companies policies |
| whom to call when the time is right. You will have a | | | | and guidelines so that there is no confusion later. |
| giant head start when hiring is needed. | | | | Recruiting for retail positions can be difficult but |
| After you find a quality person try a simple introduction. | | | | compared to other industries it's a piece of cake - just |
| For example: "Hi I'm the manager at Bobby's Shoes | | | | look around you! Take advantage of the talent in your |
| and I noticed you provide excellent service. We are | | | | everyday life and get the edge on your competition. |
| always looking for good people to join our company." | | | | |