Macy's Network

Back in the day between chef jobs, I needed some work. I told my girlfriend at the time I was going to apply for Macy's because they were hiring. She laughed and told me that only women work in retail. Well needless to say we broke up (not because of that, haha) and she was wrong. Sometimes I was in the men's department and helping guys pick out suits and what not and others I jumped over to ladies shoes to help ring them out. No big deal. I liked it.

I served and back when I needed a job Macy's offered me one right away once I applied. If you are a fellow vet you could check them out too. https://www.macysjobs.com/pages/military-recruiting/

I have worked in retail most of my life. I worked at Target, Dollar Tree, Macy's, and a few others a while back and I particularly enjoyed it in the men's department. I helped men find suits on the sales floor and also worked as a cashier. It taught me quite a few things about retail. You have to be tough. If someone has a bad day they might take it out on you. It's NOT personal. If you are the type who likes to take in the holiday season and relax, then nope move on. That's THE busiest time. If you want to move up in the company then you work hard for it. Do your job and do it well. Talk to your co-workers, help them out, and befriend them. It's good to have work friends no matter where you are. Good luck in retail!

I have been working at Macy's since 2011 and just recently have begun to manage my floor. I love all the customers I get to meet and help. I had one last week come to our shoe department who was looking for some wedding shoes for her big day. She also brought her 11 bridesmaids...ELEVEN! I had like 2 at my wedding, but I guess go big or go home. So they all needed matching shoes at the bride's request and she needed some different ones for herself. I took the time with one of my sales associates to find them all what they needed. It took almost two hours, but all the women left happy. The bride hugged me and said she would write a letter to corporate about her wonderful experience. It really made my day!!