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01 This position requires a flexible schedule as we are open evenings, weekends, and most holidays. Are you able to commit to these hours? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 02 Williams-Sonoma puts customer service first. How do you ensure that you always put the customers' needs first? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 03 What do you know about Williams-Sonoma? Why do you want to work for us? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 04 Our return policy at Williams-Sonoma is generous, but there are exceptions. How would you handle a customer who wanted to argue with you about the return policy? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 05 We have a strong employee honesty program in place at Williams-Sonoma to prevent loss. What would you do if you discovered that a co-worker was stealing product or money? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 06 What has been your most rewarding experience in customer service? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 07 In our retail stores we take pride in our merchandising and displays. Do you consider yourself to be a creative person, capable of making an attractive retail display? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 08 At Williams-Sonoma we firmly believe in grooming our employees into management roles as they show potential. Are you interested in potential leadership roles with us? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 09 Tell me 3 qualities you possess that make you a strong fit for this position with Williams-Sonoma. ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 10 Working in a retail environment, you will sometimes come across rude customers. How would you handle a customer who is rude to you or a co-worker? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 11 In a retail environment, staff turnover is often high. How would you handle it if your co-worker did not show up for their shift? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 12 You will be responsible for a large amount of cash and valuable merchandise at Williams-Sonoma. What would your most recent employer say about your character and honesty? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 13 Have you researched our company values? What makes you the best candidate for Williams-Sonoma? ~EXPERIENCE 14 The most successful applicants will have 1-3 years of sales experience. Walk the interviewer through your experience in retail. ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 15 At Williams-Sonoma we like to hire strong achievers. Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond. ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 16 How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments? ~COMPETENCY 17 Have you used any of our in-store or in-home services? How would you pitch them to a customer? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 18 What attracts you to working for a kitchen and home design retailer like Williams-Sonoma? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 19 Why is this job with Williams-Sonoma right for you at this time in your career? ~CAREER GOALS 20 What type of manager brings out the best in you? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 21 How do you handle a situation where your supervisor does not properly communicate information to you? ~COMPETENCY 22 Personality fit is important to us at Williams-Sonoma. How would you describe your personality? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 23 Why do you think our customers enjoy shopping in our stores? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 24 We need reliable people on our team at Williams-Sonoma. How many days were you absent from work last year? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 25 Describe to me your ideal employer. ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 26 How can Williams-Sonoma motivate you on the job? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 27 What are your salary expectations? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 28 What do you hope to learn from this job at Williams-Sonoma? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 29 Do you have reliable transportation? ~WILLIAMS-SONOMA 30 How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or miss work? ~COMPETENCY
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