Final week the blogosphere was abuzz using the truth that Microsoft is now employing individuals to function at its two new stores — this week I had the chance to chat with one of the 'Softies responsible for making those hires. The geek in question: Cheryl Hibbard The job title: Store Manager of the Microsoft Store in Scottsdale,
Microsoft Office Enterprise 2007, AZ What are you working on right now? The largest and most important task for me now is employing the best talent for the new Microsoft store opening in Scottsdale. I have only been in the Scottsdale area for a week now and meeting such wonderful and talented men and women in the community has been fun and rewarding. I feel very fortunate to meet such amazing people today,
Microsoft Office 2010! What are the key traits you're looking for? Since we have several roles that will be in the shops — like technical support, trainers, sales team and a sales support team — product knowledge along with a customer focus background is crucial in team building. Also, with this being the very first store for Microsoft, it’s also critical that everyone is flexible and willing to share ideas and concerns… it will help Microsoft make future retailers better by what they learn from us.Apply now for Microsoft Store jobs in Mission Vallejo, CA and Scottsdale, AZ. And yes,
Office 2010 Activation, these are full-time Microsoft employee jobs -- with all those infamous Microsoft benefits! Are you excited about what you’re doing? One of the greatest gifts I feel we are going to provide for Scottsdale and surrounding areas is the ability to offer full time positions to many individuals who might be suffering in this economic time. What a great way to immediately embrace a community who has been impacted heavily and add support to the persons here How long have you been at Microsoft? Literally a month! Since the retail division is so new, my first month has been filled with logistical and operational decisions to help our shops get off to a great start. There are some individuals who just looooooove to hate on Microsoft – are you worried you’re going to have to deal with some of these many people at the new store? Our stores will give Microsoft a way to express what we do RIGHT. Our employees will be able to showcase our products in a way that’s never been done before. We may always have skeptics — but our job in the Retail retailers is to provide a welcoming environment where everyone is welcome to learn more about our products and how to use them to benefit their life. Do you feel like, managing the Microsoft store, you’ll be acting as a “face of Microsoft”? Is that daunting? I envision my employees being a representation of Microsoft in every way through offering our customers a breadth of knowledge,
Windows 7 Home Premium, a fun atmosphere to spend time in, as well as a place to find solutions to their needs. My outlook is that’s it’s a new adventure! What’s surprised you about working here? When I learned that Steve Ballmer takes the shuttles like everyone else, I said to myself, “This company is for me!” Links to learn more: CNET's story about the new stores Look at available jobs and apply,
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