Was a fairly standard retail job interview. Asked about previous retail experience, challenging situations, and also asked about your favorite media or books. Wasn't a particularly challenging interview if you've worked retail before. Didn't last long at all, probably around 20 minutes.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was a difficult situation that you had with a customer and how did you resolve it?
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Half Price Books (Houston, TX) in Aug 2011
Interview
I was called for interview 2 months after my application. They seem to make there entire decision off of personality and often hire friends. I was only called for interview because a friendly employee recommended me after I had asked. Much of the interview was discussion about books that I liked.
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Question 1
How would you deal with a customer angry at their offer?
Very straightforward they ask question and as about your background and what kind of media, books, and movies you like. Just be yourself and personable and you’re good. They also go over your resume so make Sure you know what to say and what your wrote. Very friendly!
Easy, straight to the point, very casual. They walk you to the office in the back room and it’s more like a casual conversation than anything. Management is really nice and had a good amount of laughs throughout. They ask if you specialize in a certain topic as well (what books do you read)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Previous experience, any experience working a register or retail