Any business that requires a person to offer assistance to the general public, also requires a substantial quantity of patience! Regardless of if you're offering McMunchies or a refined shopping experience, there are always a few challenging individuals available to test your mettle. During high traffic periods like holiday weekends... I find my character and patience tested. Sometimes I pass the tests, sometimes I fail...
Customer: Do people actually buy these baggy pants? (Female 40-something, holds up a pair...)
Me: Yes, they do.
Customer: I can't believe that! People can't even walk in them!
Me: They're comfortable and very cute on the right figure.
Customer: No! They're so ugly, I hate them! They look stupid on everyone! I saw Justin Bieber wearing them on TV. He looked like an idiot. I'd never wear them! Nobody should!
Me, once she's outta earshot: Thank you for sharing your unsolicited fashion critique with us Mrs. Blackwell... I hope you'll be leaving...Now! (Richard Blackwell was an American fashion critic)
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Customer: Are you telling me that sweater is $239.00? (Male 50-something)
Me: Which sweater are you referring to?
Customer: The one over there. (points to other 'half' of the store)
Me: I'm not exactly sure which one you're asking about... However, it may be one of several handmade specialty pieces we sell. Handmade workmanship takes many hours to make.
Customer: My lord and savior wouldn't be happy if I spent my money on something like that.
Me: My Lord and Savior loves quality, and hates sweatshops. Buying cheap clothes doesn't make you a better steward of money.
Customers Wife: That's true.
Then... Silence.
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Customer: Is this Hop Sing's? (Female 50-something...)
Me: Yes, can I help you?
Customer: It don't look like yur from China. ( leaves store)
Me: Wow!
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