Whether you are a cashier or a waiter in a restaurant, these professional activities require you to stand for several hours at a time. How do you avoid back pain? Advice from a specialist. As recognized by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), a protracted standing and semi-immobile position causes work-related musculoskeletal […]
In 5 to 10 seconds, a customer knows whether they want to stay at a store or not. According to an Accenture survey conducted in 2017, neglecting customer contact can drive 50% of them away. Certain attitudes by sales consultants send customers away. What are they and how do you correct them? 1. Ignoring the […]
Wait quietly for the recruiter’s call or go a step ahead of the news? Following up your application is often highly recommended, provided you do it right. Explanations and advice from an expert. According to Mélanie Hébert, employment consultant at Orienthèque, the first step is to check that your file has been received. “This confirmation […]
Is starting at the bottom the best way to begin your career in the retail trade? Even after several years of studies and a degree in hand, it is very common to begin at the ground floor. Dynamic in terms of recruitment, the retail trade is very open to applicants without a degree. Employers are […]
Colleagues who are loud, laughing and talking out loud, continuous movements and visual distractions, lack of intimacy… working in an open area is sometimes a real ordeal. Here are some tips to concentrate successfully in an open area environment. 1. Think collectively An initial solution to find an optimal work environment consists of proposing an informal […]
To apply for a job, email remains the most commonly means to send a CV. In the retail sector, however, some candidates prefer to submit it by hand to prospective employers. Waste of time or worthwhile choice? To get a job in local shops or department stores, going to them to offer your services is […]
