My first Job

During the summer I frantically applied to every place hiring imaginable no matter where it was. If the hiring age was 16 , I filled out the applications. From getting job interviews from several fast food chain restaurants to finally getting hired at my current job Sears. A proud moment for me where I was old enough to earn my own money. Getting hired at sears has taught me several skills and the value of hard work while shaping my self confidence.

One important skill I learned was interpersonal skills. From being a little shy to being able to greet, be positive and friendly to anybody and how to interact better was a huge skill I learned. Working in retail helped me become a better people person and improved connections with others from members(customers) or even my own co workers and managers. Interacting with so many people helped me become a better listener to being able to listen to what the customer wants or needs and helping them out to the best of my abilities.

Working in retail allowed me to gain experience and transferable skills I can take outside the work place. I learned how to be helpful but genuine and friendly but effective. I also learned how to deal with difficult situations and not let anything or anybody get to me or get out of hand. Lastly working in retail helped me gain time management skills and how to no longer be lazy but instead an effective and reliable employee. Sears knew it was my first job and gave me the opportunity to learn and grow within their company and they helped me strength and gain skills that can help me with future jobs or even life skills. I’m thankful for the opportunity they gave me and they helped me become a better version of myself.