Question Overview: You want to hire someone who's friendly and outgoing, but not so much that they're pushy or aggressive. You want someone who's confident and comfortable with themselves.
Sample Answer: My friends would describe me as a friendly person who is always willing to lend a hand.
Question Overview: You want to hire someone who can acknowledge their weaknesses and explain how they're working to improve them. You also want to hear about their strengths and how they've been able to use them to their advantage.
Sample Answer: I'm a perfectionist and sometimes I get too caught up in making sure everything is perfect. I'm working on being more flexible and not getting frustrated when things don't go as planned.
Question Overview: This is an important question because you want your sales assistants to be able to help customers find the latest trends and products. You also want them to be able to make recommendations for customers who are looking for something new. Look for an answer that includes a few examples of how the candidate stays up to date with the latest trends.
Sample Answer: I read fashion blogs and magazines, and I also follow a few brands on social media. I also watch TV shows that feature fashion.
Question Overview: You want to hire someone who's confident and comfortable with their own personal brand. You want to hire someone who's able to communicate clearly and effectively. You want someone who's able to express themselves in a way that makes you feel like they're a good fit for your store.
Sample Answer: I'm a hard worker and I'm always looking for new ways to improve my skills. I'm always eager to learn new things and I'm always willing to help out my co-workers.
Question Overview: You want to hire someone who is enthusiastic and willing to go the extra mile. You want to hire someone who is a team player and can work well with others. You want a candidate who can demonstrate that they're able to work well under pressure and will be able to handle the stress of a busy store.
Sample Answer: I think being a team player is important because it allows me to work with other employees to help customers find what they need. I am always willing to go the extra mile for my customers.
Question Overview: You want to hire someone who's familiar with the brand and can explain it to customers. You want a sales assistant who can answer questions about the brand and its products. You also want someone who can give you specific examples of how the brand is different from its competitors.
Sample Answer: Superdry is a British brand that's known for its high-quality products. The company is known for its use of innovative fabrics and designs.
Question Overview: You want to hire someone who's familiar with your products and can answer this question without hesitation. Look for an answer that includes the brand names and the reasons why they're not available in the UK.
Sample Answer: We don't carry brand X because it's not a very popular brand in the UK. We don't carry brand Y because it's a very expensive brand.
Question Overview: This question is a great way to see how much research your candidate has done on your company. You want someone who's familiar with your company and its products, and who's able to demonstrate that they know what you do and what sets you apart from your competitors.
Sample Answer: I know that you are a family-owned business that has been in the community for over 30 years. I also know that you have a wide variety of products and services to meet the needs of all customers.