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cigarmonkel 11-04-2009 04:49 PM

B&M job?
 
Not sure if this is the right place for this thread, if it isn't im sorry mods don't hate me!

So i really want to find a job at a local B&M. Hard part is, they don't need much help around the shop i would assume. So my question is, what would be the best way of doing this and getting a job at a B&M?

NCRadioMan 11-04-2009 04:54 PM

Re: B&M job?
 
Just like any other job, tell them you have knowledge of the product and ask if they need any help.

ZenSilk 11-04-2009 04:55 PM

Re: B&M job?
 
If I was looking for someone to work in a tobacconist store I own, I would personally look for friendliness, people skills, and a pretty respectable knowledge base.

As someone looking for a job I would most certainly have a resume on hand.

Skywalker 11-04-2009 04:55 PM

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Ryan, I read this three times and I'm still like :confused:!!!

You want a job... but they don't need you... how do you do what and get a job at the B&M???

Looks like others have given good advise!!!

cigarmonkel 11-04-2009 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Skywalker (Post 631640)
Ryan, I read this three times and I'm still like :confused:!!!

You want a job... but they don't need you... how do you do what and get a job at the B&M???

Looks like others have given good advise!!!

I'm just assuming they don't need an extra hand since B&M's are so small usually.

ZenSilk 11-04-2009 05:12 PM

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You can always become a regular and try to sneak on into the staff over time. ;)

Darrell 11-04-2009 05:13 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ZenSilk (Post 631663)
You can always become a regular and try to sneak on into the staff over time. ;)

:r

That's what I did.

Jbailey 11-04-2009 05:25 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Darrell (Post 631664)
:r

That's what I did.

Worked for me too! :D

str8edg 11-04-2009 05:31 PM

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I would try that route... worst case, you get in with them all and get "friendly" prices!!

JJG 11-04-2009 05:43 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ZenSilk (Post 631663)
You can always become a regular and try to sneak on into the staff over time. ;)

this is what I was going to recommend. I've been thinking about approaching the owner of my neighborhood shop to offer my knowledge and friendly demeanor on the weekends. not really because I want extra money, but just because I enjoy talking about cigars. hell, I'd work there just for the fun of it. I always end up making recommendations and selling cigars for them whenever I'm in their shop anyway.

ZenSilk 11-04-2009 06:50 PM

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Damn, you sound like my clone!

BigFrank 11-04-2009 06:51 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ZenSilk (Post 631663)
You can always become a regular and try to sneak on into the staff over time. ;)

Best route.

Toasted Coastie 11-04-2009 06:55 PM

Re: B&M job?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by ZenSilk (Post 631663)
You can always become a regular and try to sneak on into the staff over time. ;)

that's my plan as well. I don't need a job, and the wif probably won't let me, but I would love to work there at least 1 night a week...

poriggity 11-04-2009 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BigFrank (Post 631819)
Best route.

Yup, thats what I did. I had to stop "working" there unfortunately, as time just didn't allow. But, I still get "staff" pricing :)
Scott

cigarmonkel 11-04-2009 07:03 PM

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awesome thanks for all the replies and help guys!

mosesbotbol 11-04-2009 07:34 PM

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How many shops are within your commuting range?

You could offer a reduced rate of employment as hook to get you in. My hunch is most places are not active looking for people due to the economy. A good guy willing to work cheap is a good prospect rather than someone that knows it all and wants their worth.

Others have mention the general skills and aptitude required.

covetry 11-04-2009 07:54 PM

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If I ever lose my job, thats the first place I'm going to look for a job... a cigar bar.


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