Archived New Flow TM, how to become a TL?

[BlueSide]

who does the interviews for TL position??? Who are the people making decisions to promote someone? Is it like a round table or panel interview with STL, ETL, TL ? or maybe a DTL?

Interview with the ETL-HR, then STL, then DTL. Then you're benched and ready to become a TL...when there is an open position....which you'll have to interview for...

 

[Penrose]

LOL

Wow - didn't think the process would be that tough.

 

[LogisticsFox]

The 'fourth interview' is really only necessary if you're not applying for a position right away. It may also be less of an interview and more of an informal talk about the position opening and how you would make a good contribution.
Also, depending on how badly your leadership wants you in a TL role determines how the first two interviews go. If your STL really wants you to be a TL, the first two will quite smoothly. If you're bad at interviews (like I am) they may use them to get you ready for the big guy/gal.

And because I know it will come up, I'll just say it now:
DIFFERENT STORES MAKE DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES

 

[Penrose]

I could use some practice for sure...

Even bigger problem is how to get STL or ETL-HR to like me enough to even be considered...We do have quite a list of good candidates who are constantly praised for the quality and quantity of work they put in consistently.

No worries...I-uhmm..it's fine....They'll notice me soon enough as I start breaking down the walls that separate me from my destiny...err..goal.

 

[SrslySpot]

Woohoo! GO PENROSE! We'll all be able to say we knew you when. Don't be nervous; if it's something that feels right to you then go ahead and do it. There are NO TMs on bench at my store currently; I know it's different everywhere but it may be quicker than you think.

 

[Penrose]

Thanks, @SrslySpot . My plan might change though, I am now thinking of a corporate job... but then becoming TL will probably help me get that corporate job.. So, it is still in my list.

 

[SrslySpot]

Go for it all. Keep us updated!

 

[Penrose]

Will do... it would be soo cool, if it does happen to me, especially reaching for my ultimate impossible dream -- corporate job as an analyst.

 

[Hardlinesmaster]

From the store level, maybe not the best way to corp. layoffs are happening again any day. But, in the bank industry, you will well in.

 

[Penrose]

@Hardlinesmaster , you think I could probably apply just as a TM for corp job?

 

[Hardlinesmaster]

@Hardlinesmaster , you think I could probably apply just as a TM for corp job?

It doesn't hurt to try for it. Go ehr, careers options.

 

[Penrose]

It doesn't hurt to try for it. Go ehr, careers options.

you are right, after I am done with the certificate in data science, and building my portfolio... I might just do that.

 

[Penrose]

I should try other company? @Hardlinesmaster

 

[Hardlinesmaster]

Keep spot for a 2nd job. It doesn't hurt to look for other jobs while employed.

 

[Penrose]

True, I don't need to limit myself.. I'll think about that.. for now, it's learning time...

 

[Hardlinesmaster]

Focus & learn, leads to even more creativity.