In this previous thread I asked for advice on applying for a job at a local Dressbarn. A couple of days after I applied, I got an email asking me to apply for a Lane Bryant job practically next door to the Dressbarn.
I didn't really think the whole process through, but there's a real possibility that I may get an interview.
I'm an engineer by training and vocation, and I know how to conduct myself in an interview for an engineering position. But, I've never worked a retail job, even going all the way back to high school. I mostly worked as a stock boy or in shipping and receiving at a warehouse. I don't even know what kind of questions to expect, and how I demonstrate any qualifications for the job.
Anyone have any ideas what kind of questions that I might be asked at an interview? Can you give me some idea of what good answers might be?
Is there any way I can turn my lack of experience into an advantage? What about turning my TG status into an advantage? I was thinking of saying that I haven't been doing this (crossdressing) that long, so I might bring a different perspective to it. Maybe help women get out of their comfort zone. Maybe try on styles or colors that they normally wouldn't even think of because of preconceptions (not my color, not age appropriate.
How do I handle questions about working in a dress? How will I handle customers who identify me as a CD and don't want to work with me? How do I deal with any question about professionalism on the job?
These are just questions that popped into my head overnight. I'm sure that there are many more. I'm sure that many of you girls have worked retail jobs, maybe even selling women's apparel.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks.