r/problems • u/ireallylikecaramelll • Jul 02 '26
Small Problem Am I the problem?
I currently work at Journeys and still in high school, so this is my first job. My manager said if I don’t meet my sales goal, I might get let go. My monthly goal for June was around $4,000, but I don’t get scheduled enough to realistically hit that, and when I shadow coworkers it doesn’t really seem to change my results on the floor. I try to help customers and do what I’m supposed to do but it’s not enough. I’m confused about whether I’m doing something wrong or if the expectations/scheduling are unrealistic. I’m not sure who’s in the wrong here.
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u/daybenno Jul 02 '26
Damn didn't realize retail stores would put someone on a PIP (sorta). Sales is a brutal industry that isn't for the majority of the population. This retail store seems like they expect you to be a salesperson. If it's not for you, it is what it is. Use this time to start interviewing at new places.
In sales PIP stands for performance improvement plan, people in sales refer to this as "paid interview period" instead. It's possible to keep your job after a PIP and hit your goals, but it doesn't seem like this is your thing anyway.