I had a friend who was already working in the store I applied to, so I introduced myself to the GM one day after walking the friend in. I told the GM I applied online and she took down my name so she would remember me when looking at applications and resumes. About two weeks later I got a phone call which had three questions 1) Availability 2) What makes you qualified to work here? and 3) Why do you want to work for Athleta? After answering the questions I was told my resume would be passed along to the GM. This felt sort of like I was being shoved off and wouldn't be considered, but because I really wanted this job (the company is amazing) I went in the next day and talked to the GM myself. She was happy to meet me and we scheduled an in person interview the next day. I went in and had an absolute blast. I never thought I would describe a job interview as fun. We talked for a bit about my background and then I had to pick out two outfits for a made up customer, one activewear and one lifestyle. After that I thanked the GM for the opportunity and went home. All in all a VERY positive experience.