Practice 25 Bookstore interview questions covering customer service, literary knowledge, and retail operations.
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"At this point in my career, I value fit and hours more than I do compensation."

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Several factors are important to me when taking a job. Compensation is a driving component of that along with company mission, culture, benefits, and location."

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
In addition to compensation, there are many other factors to a fulfilling career. Talk to the interviewer about other factors that are important to you when considering a new job.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Salary is important to me because I know that I am skilled and well educated. With that said, I do look at the full picture which includes factors such as benefits, employee discounts, commission opportunities, and workplace culture."

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Since this is my first time taking a job, I am focused on receiving experience and hours.

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I would suggest leaving out the fact that you are taking your first job, and focusing more on what type of compensation and perks you are looking for.
"Fair compensation is a priority to me as well as joining a business that offers solid training, and flexible hours around my school schedule."
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