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Updated Jan 9, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Customer Service Representative at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Jan 9, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2010 in Hudson, OH (took 2 days)
I had a phone interview and then was asked to come in for an 1:1 interview. I interviewed with the recruiter, then with a Manager, after that interview I went to interview with the Manager of my department and then the Director.
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Negotiation Details
They offered me what I asked for which was really good.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Associate at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Dec 30, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2010 in San Antonio, TX (took a day)
The process was really easy. I applied in store, got a phone call the next week to set up an appointment for the interview. When I came in everyone was really friendly and welcoming. We proceeded to the back office sat down one on one and just chatted. The rules and expectations were told to me upfront so there were no surprises at all when I started work. I started the next week.
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Negotiation Details
They only offer an hourly rate for part time sales associate.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Store Design Intern at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Dec 19, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 in Hudson, OH (took 1 week)
The woman who interviewed me asked very indepth questions about AutoCad. They were very nice. They also asked about a challenge I have had to overcome and Why I wanted to work for them.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Team Member at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Nov 8, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Bel Air, MD (took 5 weeks)
Interview process was simple. Met with an individual whom asked what hours I was available, when could I start and if I had any sewing experience. That was the entire interview. I felt that the individual interviewing me was not prepared. The individual did not have my application available and had to send another manager to fine the completed application. However, with all due respect for the interviewer, the individual that was originally scheduled to interview me was not available. Therefore, the actual interviewer was substituted as the last minute. The actual interviewer did the best she could considering the circumstances.
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Negotiation Details
Although I did not negotiate a salary, I would recommend others do. It never hurts to ask. I was simply looking for a part-time job to give me something to do after retirement.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Associate at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Sep 21, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2009 in Memphis, TN (took a day)
I was simply asked to describe myself. Then they asked why I wanted to be a part of the JoAnn team. I told them a bunch of crap about arts and crafts. They asked if I had any sewing or crafting experience, which I do. Then they wanted to know my availability. It was simple.
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Negotiation Details
They gave me .50cents more an hour than what they told me, so I couldnt complain.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview and a Background Check.
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Team Member at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Jun 20, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2009 (took a day)
They asked me to fill out an applications form. Wenn I returned it at the store, I got an appointment for next day for an interview. The supervisor of the store interviewed me. She asked easy questions in a relaxing atmosphere. After a vew questions about my background and qualifications she offered me a job.
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Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Background Check.
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Merchandise Planner at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Apr 21, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2009 in Hudson, OH (took 4 days)
Phone Interview followed by in person interview by three interviews on the same day. Comfortable interview however I felt like they already had filled the job with an internal candidate. I do respect a company that promotes from within however I would prefer not to be interviewed if they already know the plan.
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Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Merchandising Manager at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Jan 4, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2010 in Boise City, OK (took 2 weeks)
Dm called I did my first Interview over the phone. I then had to wait for my background check. Which took about a week. I then interviewed with the store manager and another week pasted before I heard back and was offered the job
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Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Skills Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Cashier at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Jan 3, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2009 in Sacramento, CA (took 2 days)
The 1 on 1 is straight forward. Most of Jo-Ann's managers are very knowedgeable in their field and the place has more of a familt atmosphere than big corporate. The next step is the presentation and a sort of scavenger hunt through the store. They try to make it fun.
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Negotiation Details
Relax, tell them your crafting and sewing skills and dress nicely but business casual.
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
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Customer Service Representative at Jo-Ann Stores
Posted Dec 12, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2009 in San Bernardino, CA (took 6 days)
Telephone Screening. Followed by very mechanical interview with a person who was clearly lacking in interviewing skills.
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Reason for Declining
They told me things about the company that I knew, absolutely, were untrue.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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