What do you do for a living? Non-commissioned sales. I lie to people about video games, CDs, DVDs, cordless phones, PC peripherals, shelf stereos, alarm clocks, office supplies, and MP3 players on a pretty regular basis. Sorry Prof, but $8.75/hr ain't enough to make me want to read up on this shit in my spare time, and what paid training I do get is completely pathetic. There are people who know much less than I do, though. We're supposed to know the whole right side of the store, but about half the people in the department stay in the front section only, CDs and DVDs, because they know nothing about anything else. One aisle has a bunch of video cards in it. I've had someone who worked there for six months ask me "What do you need a video card for? Don't you just put in the CD and it works?". I have become an expert bullshitter. With extremely vague knowledge, guesses, and reading the backs of the boxes, I can sound like I know what I'm talking about. Sorry Prof, but we stock about 25 alarm clocks, and I don't have the time to learn every intimate detail. I regularly get reprimanded by dumb customers and even dumber management. Most of the people who work there are looking for another job. The rest are alcoholics.
What sort of thing do you wear to work?
The samn damn red 'Circuit City' polo shirt, one of two belts, one of two pairs of black slacks, and a pair of brown Rockport boots with absolutely no tread left on them from walking around for 20 hours a week for eight months. I didn't know carpet could wear down shoes that much. The soles are completely flat.
What are your typical hours?
I've gone home as late as midnight, and come in as early as 3:00 AM. Ranging from 5 to 35 hours a week, usually 4 days a week, 5-8 hours a day. Never a weekend day off.
Do you enjoy your work?
My coworkers are friendly and I enjoy spending time with them, but I hate the store.
Is it something you're interested in? Or is it a means to an end? (the end being $$$$)
At first, I thought it would be fun, selling electronics. It turns out that it completely sucks.