Things You'll Need:
- Resume
- Appropriate work attire
- Cover letter, if applicable
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Step 1
Update your resume, or prepare one if you haven't used one in the past. An effective resume should provide a synopsis of your career objectives, skills summary and a brief history of past employment. If possible, try to highlight any previous sales experience, particularly in clothing sales.
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Step 2
Draft a cover letter if you are applying to an advertisement or job posting to become a clothing sales rep, which is required by most employers who solicit applicants via mail or email. The cover letter should be brief, but emphasize the skills that you can bring to the position, as well as your availability. If the potential employer requests that you also state your salary requirements, then include that information as well (or at least your past salary history).
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Step 3
Show up to your job interview to become a clothing sales rep dressed in appropriate attire. You don't have to wear a business suit, but you should plan to dress "business casual," depending on the company or store that you're seeking the position from. At the very least, a neat personal appearance is critical.
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Step 4
Emphasize your talent and enthusiasm for being a "people person" when you apply in person to become a clothing sales rep. This may be the most important skill a potential employer will be looking for.
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Step 5
Illustrate your ability to handle organization responsibly by citing past experience, such as handling charge slips, coupons and clothing exchange or return tickets. This is an important asset since retail store managers have little time to micro-manage their associates on basic operational functions.
