B&M job?

cigarmonkel · 11-04-2009, 05:49 PM

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, 05:54 PM

Just like any other job, tell them you have knowledge of the product and ask if they need any help.

ZenSilk · 11-04-2009, 05:55 PM

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, 05:55 PM

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

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, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Skywalker

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

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, 06:12 PM

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

11-04-2009, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ZenSilk

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

That's what I did.

Jbailey · 11-04-2009, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Darrell

That's what I did.

Worked for me too!

JJG · 11-04-2009, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ZenSilk

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.

BigFrank · 11-04-2009, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ZenSilk

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

Best route.

poriggity · 11-04-2009, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BigFrank

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, 08:03 PM

awesome thanks for all the replies and help guys!

11-04-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ZenSilk

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...

11-04-2009, 06:31 PM

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

ZenSilk · 11-04-2009, 07:50 PM

Damn, you sound like my clone!

mosesbotbol · 11-04-2009, 08:34 PM

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.

11-04-2009, 08:54 PM

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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cigarmonkel User Title goes here Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: a2/ypsi. in the mitten Posts: 1,594 Trading: (32)	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?

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NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: B&M job? Just like any other job, tell them you have knowledge of the product and ask if they need any help. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

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ZenSilk Still Watching My Back Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 106 Trading: (8)	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.

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Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: B&M job? Ryan, I read this three times and I'm still like !!! 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!!! __________________ Smoke what you like!!!

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ZenSilk Still Watching My Back Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 106 Trading: (8)	Re: B&M job? You can always become a regular and try to sneak on into the staff over time.

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cigarmonkel User Title goes here Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: a2/ypsi. in the mitten Posts: 1,594 Trading: (32)	Re: B&M job? awesome thanks for all the replies and help guys!

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str8edg Guest Posts: n/a	Re: B&M job? I would try that route... worst case, you get in with them all and get "friendly" prices!!

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ZenSilk Still Watching My Back Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 106 Trading: (8)	Re: B&M job? Damn, you sound like my clone!

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mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: B&M job? 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. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

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covetry Guest Posts: n/a	Re: B&M job? If I ever lose my job, thats the first place I'm going to look for a job... a cigar bar.