Mike's vs. Jo's

[CarriedAway]

I have an international trip next summer that I'd like to make some extra money for. I was toying with the idea of getting a part time job at either Michael's or Joanns (both are close) in the evenings to help. Just wondering if any of you have worked for either/both companies and what your thoughts were. I'm a bit nervous about it because I've never worked retail. Thanks in advance.

[sewnmachine]

Well, I've never worked at either, so take my opinion with a grain of salt - but as a consumer ( and I'm assuming here that you would be taking advantage of your store employee discount) go with the store that you most frequently gravitate to ( I'm also assuming that the wages and hours would be comparable). Of course, if there is a big discrepancy in the rate of pay then you must follow your wallet. I would think that if you work at a place that you also enjoy shopping at it would just be icing on the cake.

Let us know what you decide.

[SDiegoGal]

Pick the one that has the least stuff you like. That way you won't be tempted to spend the money you are making for your trip! ;)

[brightrachel1008]

i don't think i could ever work at a craft store, i'd never have a paycheck to bring home!

[CarriedAway]

I was just looking online and it doesn't appear that either of the close stores are hiring atm. I could sign on for seasonal help when that time comes. Hehe, I guess this will be a test to see how much money I can save working in a store like this...omg, I'm going to be soooo tempted!

[cdjkssss]

I think if I were to work retail for extra money, I'd want to sell something like auto parts or maybe fishing gear... Something that I wouldn't shop for!

[CarriedAway]

Thank you for your responses!

[scrapbuknTI]

Well good luck to you you whatever you decide. I really have no advice. As my husband would say to me.....It's like taken an alcoholic to a bar just to hang out(like my dad) ME the shopaholic. It would never work.