Lifehacker asked their readers for their worst job interview story and there are several below. I’ve interviewed well over 1,000 people during my career and there are many classics, but the one I remember the most was when I interviewed a guy for a cashier position in the early 80’s. He was in his Read More…
Why Ritz-Carleton is Successful
So after a bunch of stories about thieves and bad service, it’s time for a GOOD customer service story. I’ve only had the good fortune to go to the Ritz one time but I am not surprised to hear about a story like this: In case you’ve never come across this fantastic tale, the Read More…
18 Mouthwatering Facts About In-N-Out Burger
I have always admired the In-N-Out chain, not just because they make the tastiest burgers anywhere (just ask my friend from Tennessee what he misses most about not living in California any more) but also because they do one thing well and stick to it. While virtually every other chain has bastardized their brand by Read More…
Police find $100 Worth Of Walmart Groceries In Woman’s Vagina
The title alone gives this one away. I had thieves stash merchandise in their pants, down their cleavage, in their little brother’s wheelchair (super sad story) and heard about a guy who was stealing a steak by putting it under his hat until the store clerks noticed he was “bleeding.” But this Read More…
The Perfect Gift for Mom
Happy Mother’s Day! To all of you procrastinators who yet haven’t found a great gift for that special Mom, just visit your local retail store and I’m sure you’ll find something like this. Another great marketing job by someone.
5 Gross-out Board Games For Kids
Some more kids toys that make you wonder, how exactly did the meeting go where someone pitched this and someone else said “Great idea!” Most of these seem to be from a while back so hopefully they’re no longer on the market… 1. Doggie Doo Theme: dog poop Object: feed the dog and scoop up Read More…
Human Resources Can Be Inhuman
This is part of a great article on Lifehacker. The main part I have below is about HR and how they are not really there for you, they are there to protect the company. I worked in HR for a couple years as a training manager and witnessed first hand how they view Read More…
The One Item I’ve Never Been Asked For…Until Today.
In a drug store we carry a lot of items that many would consider embarrassing to have to purchase but I have often been asked for them anyway. Hemorrhoid cream, incontinence pads, lice spray, cold sore medication and jock itch cream are among the items that most people would look around for by themselves for Read More…
No More Loss Prevention Agents Needed
More new technology heading into retail stores. A tiny sensor placed on a display or a peg which will alert store personnel that someone needs help with high-dollar merchandise OR if they are possibly looking to steal it. Ideally the store personnel then comes over and helps the customer or deters the thief. Read More…
Annoying Kid Is Handled By Customer
Had to share this little gem. I have to deal with annoying kids (usually older than this one) who are not controlled by their parents all the time. This customer had had enough and decided to take things in their own hands. Approve or no? Comments? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmK0zBeQAzE&feature=iv&src_vid=PgUWr5RSMoU&annotation_id=annotation_3820168213