Part time retail jobs

With the large number of departmental stores, malls and other retail outlets, constantly increasing in the last couple of years, the number of part time retail jobs also seems to be ever-increasing. This has provided an opportunity to many students to pay for their own education, as well as gather experience prior to stepping into their chosen profession.

One of the biggest advantages of taking up such jobs is that one can work in their local area, as each residential area has a number of retail outlets, and they can always do with those extra helping hands to promote further sales. One of the commonly opted for retail jobs on a part time basis is at boutiques. Youngsters find this the best way to meet more people, as well as earn some money. Also it keeps them updated with the latest trends. And more than anything it teaches them had to make persuasive sales.

For those looking out for a better paying job, then working for an electronic retail outlet, or a car showroom would reap more. This is because almost all of the outlets pertaining to these two markets pay a commission on their sales, apart from a minimum basic salary.

Taking up a retail job on a part time basis has the following advantages, apart from a fairly decent pay packet. These include:

Improving communication skills

Helps one take responsibility

Increases one's social status

Better knowledge of latest trends

Helps one build better contacts

Increases maturity level

Develops leadership qualities, as well as helps one learn to be a better team member