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There is always someone in my local peanut gallery that brings up the fact that maybe we should not attempt to prepare everyone to be a scientist, historian, entrepreneur, or computer guru.  “You know, some kids are just going to grow up and be stuck working in a video game store.”  Hmmm… My daughter was using the computer today to research what she should buy with her Game Stop gift certificate and I noticed there was an opening for a manger at one of the stores.  Am I preparing my kids to work at a video store as well as find a cure for cancer?  I think so.

Essential Job Skills/Abilities for Game Stop Manager(partial list)

• Ability to work alone and move throughout store unassisted, for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours per day).
• Possess strong customer service skills, including clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess basic mathematical skills, alphabetical skills, and working knowledge of computerized cash register and POS system.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Exhibit team building and team leadership qualities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, diverse work environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to meet individual sales, shrink, and special program goals.