Needing some advice on how to transition from the retail world to the administrative/corporate workforce. I was promised growth within the company I work for currently, but have been stunted by many walls within… My dream job is Marketing in the corporate setting and am discouraged because it feels impossible to move from field to home office. Starting to look elsewhere.

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Do you know anybody that is currently working in an office setting that could be a referral for you? I went from retail to administrative via a referral, many skills are transferable. Might have to start as reception or entry level admin level?

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I asked my Market Leader for a referral and another Market Leader for one as well as I submitted an application to a corporate position. It’s hard to follow up on the application honestly.. unsure if I’d even be considered! Hoping those referrals will help me stand out… but still unsure if my efforts there are worthwhile

I was the same and started by working a front desk job and then worked my way up from there. Also take some college courses or other misc. online certifications to spruce up your resume.

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Try applying to other retailers too. Also, use LinkedIn to connect with those working in areas that interest you at your company and others.

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