I loved being able to meet all types of people from all around the world. Working at a tourist shop at huge public market in a big city means lots of tourists and lots of stories.
What I wish was different
I wish sometimes that it hadn’t been as hectic as it had been but that was all part of the job. Pike Place Market is supposed to be hectic so it felt fitting but I was still exhausted.
Advice
Always treat a customer with the same respect as the customer next to them. Being in a retail setting like this, not only are the employees more vigilant, but so are the customers. They can tell if they are being treated differently than the one in front of them in line.
