22 September 2022
Pick up a part-time job with Luxury Careers
In the past, holidays were precious pockets of time for us to take a breather. But in today’s era, the hustle never ends. We see many...
In the past, holidays were precious pockets of time for us to take a breather. But in today’s era, the hustle never ends. We see many young people taking up part-time jobs or even internships during their long breaks from school. Even though doing so is undeniably tiring, there are strong reasons that motivate these young people!
So students or anyone seeking a part time job, here’s 4 reasons why.
1. Average payout is better
In the past, working a part time job can get you at most $6-$7 per hour. Nowadays, retail companies are paying more. The pay can go up to $10 per hour excluding commission. If you are feeling motivated to raise your pay, go the extra mile to build rapport with your customers and put your persuasion skills into practice. The commission that you receive from every customer purchase can add up to a significant sum! This extra income will definitely come in handy when supporting your weekend plans to go to the movies.
2. Comfortable working environment
These days, not only are stores air-conditioned, the interiors are designed with interesting and beautiful elements – your working environment might be so aesthetically pleasing that you won’t even think you are at work! The recent Clarins It’s Playtime pop-up at Orchard Road is one such example. The Instagram-worthy theme rooms were stunning and the staff got to wear fun and vibrant uniforms. Who knows? You could also be working in such a vibrant and beautiful environment!
3. Boosts your CV
Pragmatically speaking, working a part-time retail job can improve your curriculum vitae (CV). Having experience working for reputable brands in your CV can improve potential employers’ impression of you. This could be a signal of your capability to promote renowned brands. Also, your job will allow you to build relationships with people in the company, helping you expand your network. In short, this part-time job can help you open more doors than you imagine.
4. Improve persuasive skills
If you would like to progress and eventually work in sales, a retail part-time job is the first step to your future career. Having first-hand experience in the retail industry is the most direct way to see if you actually enjoy the job. At the same time, it is a great platform to hone your persuasive and selling skills. Afterall, as a retail staff, a big part of your job is convincing customers of the need and want to buy your company’s products.
Even if you are not thinking of doing sales in future, persuasion remains an essential skill to master. Persuasion comes into use in our daily lives – regardless of the industry you are in. The most prevalent example is the selling of ideas. In future, when you have to persuade your boss to adopt your team’s idea for a marketing campaign, you will be grateful to have had experience in the retail industry.
So, are these four reasons compelling enough to convince you to take up a retail part-time job next holiday?
Hop over to our telegram channel (@luxuryCareersSg) or stay tuned to our LinkedIn page to keep updated on the available gigs in the luxury, beauty and fashion industry! This is your first step towards having a more fulfilling summer.