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Originally Posted by joevers
You seem both fun and knowledgable about how bike shops operate.
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am fun and knowledgeable.
30 years ago there were multiple gals (had to throw a little bait out) at the bike shop. Some were good at it, some not so much. Some lasted, most didn't, just like the guys.
If you work retail and are gonna get huffy every time you are not fully respected, you’re gonna be pretty unhappy much of the time. Even if you identify as a pedal wrench.
The job is to help the customer by selling them the correct tube and tire or adjusting the shifting so their bike works right. Its not to get validation of your feelings.
Validation comes on payday or when you get promoted or a raise or a customer thanks you or the boss praises your good effort. Do a good job and get rewarded.