I decided to buy a few 'fat' clothes today - i.e. things that will fit me until I've managed to squeeze back into my pre-baby stuff. I'm sick of wearing the few things I have, which are mostly the smaller maternity stuff. Anyway, I was reminded how bloody annoying it can be buying clothes many of the stores in this country. It's impossible to walk in and browse without being leapt upon by over enthusiastic sales assistants.
Entering the first shop, this extremely loud and obnoxious woman came running up and started badgering me. I told her I'd just like to browse, please, and she continued to hound me. I said honestly, I'm fine just looking, and still she didn't let up. Once I'd shaken her off I was feeling quite irritated so I turned around and left the store. Went next door, had the same problem! I was looking for a pair of comfy but smartish trousers and the assistant was determined to badger me and launch into a giant speel about how I should buy a blazer. No thanks. But you get 50% off something else if you buy one. But I don't want one. But it's a good deal. OK - bye! Into a 3rd store........ #1 sales assistant approaches "can I help you?" No thanks, I'm just looking. "OK". #2 sales assistant approaches "Hi! Can I help you with something today?" No thanks! I'm just looking! #3 approaches...."Hey there, is anyone helping you?" ARGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I don't want to talk, I want to look around in peace and see if I like anything. If I want your help, I'll ask for it!!!!
Posted by katie at September 11, 2004 02:51 PMIt's policy for a salesperson or clerk to "approach" a customer. Most people welcome the expertise of a salesperson to guide them and direct them to unadvertised sales and promotions. Most do walk away after the "no, I'm just looking" brush off. Keep in mind most salespeople in Canada are paid with commission and sales bonuses. What needs to be asked is:
1. If you're just looking, what are you looking for? A salesperson can show you what/where.
2. If you're just looking, then look through a catalog don't waste a salesperson "up"