I work for a retail company. Have been for about 2 years now. I have been promoted twice. First to electronics but that got outsourced to a different company. Now in the grocery​ as my supervisor's assistant. I tried for a supervisor position but got the assistant job. There is a supervisor position​ that is open. But I hear there are other people being considered who have been here less than me. Also they don't know the area as well as I do. I work my ass off every day and my boss knows I work very hard. My question is maybe the reason they aren't considering me for the supervisor​ position is because I have a mild case of autism and I am not the most Socially adept person? Just curious​ what you guys think.
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Retail Woes
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Very difficult to say what's going on in any specific situation, but, politics (in a broad sense) always plays a part in any work setting.
closer013
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I have expressed interest in tue position. Also I have not felt discriminated at all. Just curious if they think I would not br able to handle the extas responsibility.
The question you have to ask yourself is if you even want a supervisor position?
Might be more money, but also more responsibility which means more bs you have to deal with, as well as more customer service, more interpersonal coworker dispute resolution, more stress, etc. And a new location that you're not familiar with. If this is something that seems interesting to you, talk to your supervisor about your interest.
Might be more money, but also more responsibility which means more bs you have to deal with, as well as more customer service, more interpersonal coworker dispute resolution, more stress, etc. And a new location that you're not familiar with. If this is something that seems interesting to you, talk to your supervisor about your interest.
NervousXtian
Thought Emoji Movie was good. Take that as you will.
A lot of times when I look to promote people, it's ability + want. Without the want, I could care less about the ability. Don't let your work talk for you, you need to sell yourself.
I've seen lots of people with ability, but if they aren't asking me, then I'm not asking them. Being a leader means you can advocate for others and yourself.
I've seen lots of people with ability, but if they aren't asking me, then I'm not asking them. Being a leader means you can advocate for others and yourself.
closer013
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If you feel you are, then tell them you are ready for increased responsibilities and are interested in the position. Even though they know you, reiterate your strengths and what you can bring to the table. If you don't get the promotion, keep at it and show maturity. The next time something opens up you'll have grown.
Without feeling discriminated and your previous promotions leads me to thinking that isn't the case. Again hard to say for certain.
Have you asked for feedback regarding your application/interest in the job? Ask what you can do to get a further promotion next time one comes up etc.
That's what I'd do.
The advice ^ there is very good too.
peteykirch
Member
With most retail jobs, it's not the quality of work you do, but the connections and friendships you build.
Ninja Scooter
Member
Not sure how the structure is at your workplace because it's different everywhere, but also keep in mind that being really good at one position, or even busting your ass and working hard, doesn't necessarily mean that will translate to another position. It's not always just a line of succession. If you are really interested, ask your boss what they look for in a supervisor so that you know what skills to work on.
DO: Speak with your boss.
DON'T: Approach it that way. Asking if there's a reason you're not being considered might put your boss on the defensive and that's a bad way to start a promotion/career-oriented conversation.
What you should do is approach it in a broader, more positive way. Have a meeting with your boss and ask him what he thinks of your work in general, and ask for pointers as to what you could do better.
Then, you make it clear that you want to have a real plan for your future within the company and that you want to get promotions, and you commit to working to improve the points that should be improve, whether they be in regards to your current performance or making improvements on skills that will be needed for higher up positions. You then get to work and keep following up with them periodically on your progress.
That way, the next time a promotion comes around, you'll be ready and they'll have a good idea of your commitment to the job and your ability to learn and improve.
Good luck!
Thanks will do.
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I wasn't planning on it. I'm not totally lacking in social aptitude.
blame space
Banned
I am, but only on the inside.
Do consider this: Perhaps other people are more fitting to the position than you. Being a supervisor is less about knowing the job and more about teaching/guiding/managing others to do theirs. While you may be great at what you do, it may not be exactly what they're looking for. They might be looking for a leader, not a hard worker, if that makes sense.
Also consider those people may kiss a lot of ass too. Retail is more about who you know a lot of the time. A bit of advice: you should look for other jobs before retail swallows your soul, even if it's just casual looking.
Also consider those people may kiss a lot of ass too. Retail is more about who you know a lot of the time. A bit of advice: you should look for other jobs before retail swallows your soul, even if it's just casual looking.
Spyder_Monkey
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We had one person working checkout during rush hour.
How About No
Member
Go through a lot of effort to get a certain grocery item, requiring the use of navigating a motorized stacker in a crowded backroom to get one thing off a top shelf pallet
"Oh sorry, that's not it, guess you're out. Thanks anyways."
That many? I think they may need to lay off a few
"Oh sorry, that's not it, guess you're out. Thanks anyways."
That many? I think they may need to lay off a few
Thank you everyone for the advice.They gave me the position I am at to get the skills I need for the supervisor position. They said eventually they will make me one. Right now I am basically in charge when my supervisor isn't working. I guess I should have made that more clear. But yeah thank you for taking the time to comment.
oneils
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How do you know they aren't considering you? Is this something you are assuming due to rumours? Before assuming they are true, definitely express your interest in the position but do not repeat anything you have heard second or third hand. It can lead to miscommunication.