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Since working at (insert giant electronics chain here), there hasn't been much in the way of annoyances or f-tardary as of late. But everyonce in awhile I run across something I feel inclined to jot down in my mental encyclopedia of rampant disregard for common sense:
These are my stories
The age old joke
Last night I had a a customer come up to be with a jimmy buffet cd. The first words out of his mouth were:
"There's no price tag on this. Is it free?"
Good joke. Everybody laugh. Roll on snare drum. Curtains. Fade to black. (Points to whomever gets the reference)
Now, I had been up since 7 that day and was beginning to feel the slowdown of it all. I was in no mood for shennanigans. My response?
Me: "No"
Norm Feuti would be proud.
I then proceded to look up the price (all $26 dollars worth) and relay this information back to the customer. Needless to say, I later found Jimmy Buffet tossed amongst the racks.
Wherin we have failed highschool history
I had a gentleman ask me about two different war movie box sets. He had a very thick accent and talked in broken english. In other words, it was like trying to hold a conversation within a wind tunnel. But that wasn't the worst of our tale, oh no.
The worst came when I realized that this man ,who I should mention was holding a box set for both the Vietnam War, and WWII, had no idea which came first.
It took five minutes for me to explain this to the man.
I'm sorry, but regardless of where you are in the world, everybody should know that WWII, Hitler, the holocaust, Normandy, Fat man and little boy. All of that preceded the Vietnam War. Here's a helpful hint. If one looks older than the other, then chances are Tom Hanks storming the beaches took place before Forrest Gump saved Lt Dan.
The Sheep Effect
Ah the uniform. Where would we be without it? It's what seperates retail from the screaming masses of zombies that want to eat our brains (which is our merchandise).
However it should be worth noting, that just because we all dress alike does not mean that we are all omnipitant. If you want me to suggest/find a movie, cd, or video game, that I can do. But I can not tell you diddly about computers.
If we are short staffed in an area, then it usually means well.....that we're short staffed in those areas. Going out of your way to find someone on the other side of the store is a bold and noble move, but ultimatly may add insult to injury. I can try to help you as best as I can. But ultimatly, the people in said department are the ones you want to talk to.
Patience is a virtue my friends. Learn to go to your cave and find your power animal (again, points for reference).
A list
1. Do your homework
Please familiarize yourself with release dates. This saves everyone time.
2. The more obscure something is, the less likely we have it
3. The trash can is over there
4. Please don't climb on that
5. Learn to read!
Giant signs hanging from the cieling are your friends. Also be mindful of your surroundings. Chances are, you passed what you're looking for on the way in.
6. I'm here to work, not to socialize with random strangers.
However, if it concerns you buying something within my field of knowledge and is a topic that I'm passionate about, then please disregard # 6. I have all the time in the world for you.
Whining for our Wii's
Since the holiday season is no longer upon us, we do not feel inclined to keep large quantities of certain items in stock. This is particularly true for the beloved Nintendo Wii (ah, I miss gaming from the early to late 90's)
As is the case, this little event took place this morning. Here's our equation
If store X has 6 wii's/coupons for wiis and can only give them out on a first come first serve basis, how long before the remaining 7-9 customers
A. Cuss you out.
B. Leave, threatening never to return
C. Threaten you with bodily harm?
If your answer was 'immediatly' then you get a gold star.
In short a woman came looking for a wii (well before the store was to open, mind you). Upon being told she was a johnny-come-lately, her response was along the lines of:
Are you
kidding me? This is . I'm leaving.
After the doors were closed, we all had a good laugh at the woman's expense. Listen, you had all holiday to pick up a Wii when we had large quantities. And you choose to do you're shopping now?
Someone didn't plan ahead.
These are my stories
The age old joke
Last night I had a a customer come up to be with a jimmy buffet cd. The first words out of his mouth were:
"There's no price tag on this. Is it free?"
Good joke. Everybody laugh. Roll on snare drum. Curtains. Fade to black. (Points to whomever gets the reference)
Now, I had been up since 7 that day and was beginning to feel the slowdown of it all. I was in no mood for shennanigans. My response?
Me: "No"
Norm Feuti would be proud.
I then proceded to look up the price (all $26 dollars worth) and relay this information back to the customer. Needless to say, I later found Jimmy Buffet tossed amongst the racks.
Wherin we have failed highschool history
I had a gentleman ask me about two different war movie box sets. He had a very thick accent and talked in broken english. In other words, it was like trying to hold a conversation within a wind tunnel. But that wasn't the worst of our tale, oh no.
The worst came when I realized that this man ,who I should mention was holding a box set for both the Vietnam War, and WWII, had no idea which came first.
It took five minutes for me to explain this to the man.
I'm sorry, but regardless of where you are in the world, everybody should know that WWII, Hitler, the holocaust, Normandy, Fat man and little boy. All of that preceded the Vietnam War. Here's a helpful hint. If one looks older than the other, then chances are Tom Hanks storming the beaches took place before Forrest Gump saved Lt Dan.
The Sheep Effect
Ah the uniform. Where would we be without it? It's what seperates retail from the screaming masses of zombies that want to eat our brains (which is our merchandise).
However it should be worth noting, that just because we all dress alike does not mean that we are all omnipitant. If you want me to suggest/find a movie, cd, or video game, that I can do. But I can not tell you diddly about computers.
If we are short staffed in an area, then it usually means well.....that we're short staffed in those areas. Going out of your way to find someone on the other side of the store is a bold and noble move, but ultimatly may add insult to injury. I can try to help you as best as I can. But ultimatly, the people in said department are the ones you want to talk to.
Patience is a virtue my friends. Learn to go to your cave and find your power animal (again, points for reference).
A list
1. Do your homework
Please familiarize yourself with release dates. This saves everyone time.
2. The more obscure something is, the less likely we have it
3. The trash can is over there
4. Please don't climb on that
5. Learn to read!
Giant signs hanging from the cieling are your friends. Also be mindful of your surroundings. Chances are, you passed what you're looking for on the way in.
6. I'm here to work, not to socialize with random strangers.
However, if it concerns you buying something within my field of knowledge and is a topic that I'm passionate about, then please disregard # 6. I have all the time in the world for you.
Whining for our Wii's
Since the holiday season is no longer upon us, we do not feel inclined to keep large quantities of certain items in stock. This is particularly true for the beloved Nintendo Wii (ah, I miss gaming from the early to late 90's)
As is the case, this little event took place this morning. Here's our equation
If store X has 6 wii's/coupons for wiis and can only give them out on a first come first serve basis, how long before the remaining 7-9 customers
A. Cuss you out.
B. Leave, threatening never to return
C. Threaten you with bodily harm?
If your answer was 'immediatly' then you get a gold star.
In short a woman came looking for a wii (well before the store was to open, mind you). Upon being told she was a johnny-come-lately, her response was along the lines of:
Are you
kidding me? This is . I'm leaving.After the doors were closed, we all had a good laugh at the woman's expense. Listen, you had all holiday to pick up a Wii when we had large quantities. And you choose to do you're shopping now?
Someone didn't plan ahead.
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