JAW-DROPPING RETAIL HORROR STORIES THAT REALLY HAPPENED!
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- I hope you enjoy hearing about a couple of the awful things that were said to me during my 25+ year career working retail while I do a "Get Ready With Me!". I've also included a few lighthearted ones as well! Please give the video a thumbs you if enjoyed the video, and please subscribe to mu channel if you haven't already! xoxo
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Retail can really suck. I think everyone should have to do it so they have some empathy. Food service also.
I completely agree! I say this all the time.
Yes! I can immediately tell when someone has never been a server by the way they treat them or how stingy they are with a tip. People can be so rude.
I agree 💯
Yes, I agree.
And when their order is “wrong” (even tho they ASKED FOR THAT SPECIFIC thing) and feel the need to hurl slurs about your competency…it’s soul crushing.
Risa, as someone who worked retail for 30 years, I can honestly say it takes all kinds. I remember my father used to tell me that "you can't make everyone happy, but you can sure piss them all off at once". Let what people say roll off you like water down a duck's back. When you let them upset you you're giving them your power. Don't let anyone take your power away (or change who you are). You're perfect exactly as you are.
Having worked in retail myself I can say that your father’s words are 100% true!!
Your advice is correct but sometimes it is hard to put it into practice but I think remembering what your father said will make it so much easier to remember to put into practice
you're STUNNING. You're KIND. It's hard to accept that when you're someone who isn't happy with themselves. Don't let ANYONE dull your shine.
Agreed🌺🌺🌺🌺
You are honest and an excellent professional: also likeable person!!
Hi Risa. Unfortunately when working with the public, there is always someone trying to steal your joy. I was a Medical Clinician for 40 years and was called the B word. My comeback, with a big smile, I said “Thank you, you know that means I’m Beautiful, Intelligent, Thoughtful, Courageous and Honest.” The expression on that persons face and their loss of words was PRICELESS. So don’t take it to heart, in this life one “gets what they give”. Love your videos and have learned much from you. 🌹
That was awesome. I must remember that. Thank you for sharing!
Retail is so hard. People visit in ALL sorts of moods.
I had worked in retail. I had a woman get very angry with me because she wasn’t happy with me for her fifty percent off top. She kept insisting her $35 dollar item was $10. I had the manager come to answer her questions. While checking out in a huff she informed me that she had a college education. I told her that I was sure she did not have a degree in mathematics!
I work in customer services. most people are great but sometimes you get someone absolutely horrible. they can scar you for life.
I’ll never forget when I was a front store supervisor and yes I was (am but working on it) over weight.
Twice I was asked when I was due. The first time I burst into tears, the 2nd time I replied “no ma’am I’m just fat!”
That hurt.
Risa, OMY gosh, been there!! I worked for Sephora when I was 21 and you wouldn't BELIEVE the stories I have. Not only of rude customers but of the cattiness between the girls who worked there. The manager would play favorites and they were BRUTAL!
I agree. She was jealous. Her husband probably looked at you too long, and she wanted to tear you down in front of him. I understand how years later you reflect on memories and still feel the pain. We just have to let that run off your back. You're beautiful. Strutt.❤❤❤❤❤
Risa, one of the reasons I watch your tutorials/content is because you are always your authentic self .. beautiful inside and out!! You are also out-there representing us women who are over 50 and you do so with style, panache and honesty .. and I adore that about you .. your advice is always honest and thorough ... I think you are amazing .. keep being you xxxx
Hi Risa
I've been a hairdresser for 47 years and yes I can relate with you.Mostly sweet and funny stories but some negative that stayed with me for a long time.Thank you for sharing.
When I was young, I worked in a chain steakhouse. I was mistreated and harassed by people of all stripes. Sometimes, people are just having a bad day or are going through some kind of issue. But in general, I think these types of people are perpetually unhappy and tend to take it out on others. Please try let these memories go because it is definitely not YOU - it is them!
Thankfully I rarely, if ever, talk about them so they don’t hurt me the way they used to. I have a feeling things are even worse for retail workers now.
The public can be brutal. I work in retail and wow do I have stories!! The most recent one was probably the most hurtful to me and I’ve been in retail over 20 years and I thought I had a thick skin but this woman thought I was being rude to her just cuz I asked her to choose her type of receipt on the pinpad. She said “ is that how you talk to customers? So I simply said “ I was just asking you to choose your receipt” well she took that as being rude and mind you she was already being rude herself by being on her phone so she then says to the person she’s talking to “ this cashier is being so rude to me , she’s probably in a bad mood because she’s making minimum wage. “ I literally lost it !!!! I said “ ok that was so not necessary!!!! Thankfully my next customer in line heard the entire conversation and said “ wow what was her problem?!?! “ it felt good to hear that because clearly that rude woman apparently is miserable and took it out on me. That incident really shook me but I had some very nice customers saying you handled that very well and we appreciate you ! don’t let her ruin your day!
I love hearing your stories. I worked for Nordstrom for 20 years and was brought to tears a few times but will never overshadow all of the wonderful people I've met
Me too! Nordstrom was an awesome co., but a lot of the customers acted like they were all that and a bag of chips! some made me feel like pond scum.
I love hearing your stories. I do agree - - everyone should work with the public because it isn't easy. Just one ugly customer can ruin your whole day. Also, I think everyone should be a waitress/waiter once in their life because it makes you have a better appreciation of the challenges. Helps make you a better customer.
When I was a server in college, my worst customers were an elderly couple who were late for their movie at the dollar theatre next door. They ordered water with their entrees and stiffed me completely after yelling that the food was late and they were going to miss the opening credits. The server has nothing to do with the speed of the kitchen! Nor are they responsible for the quality of the food. I made less than $20 that night because everyone tipped $1 on their $8.95 two-for-one pasta special with free breadsticks and water.
I definitely cried when I got home... and never went back. And my friends hate going out with me because of how much I overtip lol. But they have never been servers!
@@AllySa33, So sad. I remember waitressing as a 2nd job and it was at a fancy sandwich/sundae shop. A church group of 12 came in and I worked my butt off for them. I did everything but wipe their chins off and they left me a 35cent tip. And to add insult to that, it was my dentist paying the bill.
@@mbraden8949 Oh no! That's terrible. My first job when I was 16 was working behind the counter at an ice cream shop. Back in the days of the old fashioned registers, you had to make change in your own head. I'm so bad at math, I actually lost money. My drawer came up short so much in the beginning. People would walk away laughing when I gave them back too much instead of correcting me... That just popped in my head... I must have blocked it out lol. Burger King was my second job. They tried me on the register then made me work in the back. I also got fired from a hostessing job at a Chinese restaurant and they never told me why. Needless to say I had no confidence during my high school and college years lol. I don't know if I was homely or just stupid 😂
Totally agree Risa, I think retail or catering service should be mandatory. I own 3 restaurants and I honestly cannot tell you the stuff ppl come out with, and just when you think you've heard and seen it all before, someone comes up with a blinder!.
Substitute teaching should be mandatory, also :)
I choose my friends based on how they treat strangers That’s very telling
And wow! You met a lot of cool people in your work
Love your stories. I worked retail for many years and was an area manager and trained my employees that these types of customers are having a bad day before they even come into your store. You can only do so much, but just smile and make them feel special the best you're able to.
It's one of the hardest jobs because you had to be an actress 10 hours a day and felt exhausted by the end of the day.
Retail is crazy!!! I had some crazy stories while I worked in a fur department in the 80's!!! I was about 19-20 and I learned quickly some men/husbands are just dogs!!
Yes!! They can be dogs. I miss the fur department I remember all of the beautiful people who would shop the Trunk Shows.
Risa, I adore you so much for being so so real. I love hearing your stories!!
Thank you!
Working with the public stinks! It is so hard. I always tell my girls to treat everyone well. You never know what someone is going through and your kindness might make their day much brighter.
I worked retail for 10 years. I have seen and dealt with so many crazy people. It's mind-boggling how people think they can be so rude and disrespectful to people who are helping them.
I had a coworker who was truly wonderful with clients. However, he was a nasty beast to contractors he hired to work on his home or to retail employees. We’d hear him on his cell phone berating his house cleaner, yard guy, or the restaurant manager where he just had lunch. This happened several times a week. Overhearing these conversations was stressful for us. He really had some kind of psychological issue that caused him to harass people he knew would have to listen to him due to the nature of their work.
@phyllistallent4149 wow., that is horrible
I've been called a racist too, similar situation. I'm 66 years old, but my mind & body feels young. (or at least in my 40's) To get to my point, I've come to a place where I just don't care what I'm called anymore. I treat ALL people the way I want to be treated. I truly feel that some people are miserable, & have a need to feel above others. I now just let them say say what they want, & simply don't react. I finish the transaction, & say thanks for shopping at *****, or whatever is appropriate. I've been told "you make my day when I come in here." .. I've been called "precious" & "adorable". I've had customers send great reviews on my customer service. So being called "bitc!, racist, "you old hag" & the likes don't mean a thing to me 😊
I’m loving the brown mascara on your eyes. Really pretty. I was in retail when I was younger and boy people can be wild to put it mildly. It’s nice that you’ve had many positive experiences as well.
Risa, I worked in the cosmetic industry for over 35 years, I know how you felt. I've had the same kind of things happen to me. What's really crazy is I am married to a black man, so I would just show them a pic of my husband. Most of the time they would walk away. These people are hoping if they complain they will be giving something free
You nailed it 💯 department stores were notorious for that, cx thought if I complain I'll get free stuff! 🤦♀️
I remember the sample women, I could give them a handful and it was never enough. They would actually accuse us of taking them all for ourselves.
Presciptives was my ALL TIME FAVORITE! I really miss the band!
I know it was an awesome concept and I loved the foundation that was mixed especially for me - very pale Caucasian here!!
I loved it, too. It was the only brand that had a foundation that matched my skin color, perfectly.
Both incidents happened when you were so young. In 20's or 30's, I would have cried, too!! Now in the 6th decade, would be a whole different story. No tears, just pray for them (after the shock wears off) and move on. One of the few benefits of aging is being more sure of yourself, and gaining wisdom (with confidence). You know who you are! We love you, Risa. ❤
As an RN the same age as you I can relate. I've been called every name under the sun by surgeons, docs, patients, families....some people are going through it and we just have no idea. Like you I used to be sensitive, now I don't care as much but still treat people with as much kindness as I can.
I've been working retail and customer service for years. Decades. And many people are decent. Some people are in a bad mood and share it. And some people need to be (more) medicated. 😂
Now I work in a state food stamp and Medicaid office. I'm the first face people see when you walk in the door. And to many people, I'm the face of "government" when they're frustrated about their benefits. 🙄
I've developed lots of techniques for coping and deflection, and I've done my share of crying in the back room. I also have a collection of cards, notes, letters, (and a couple of houseplants) from people who appreciated my help. I try to focus on them.
Risa, you're the real deal, honest, sweet, genuine, and level. If someone doesn't like it, they can go elsewhere to have the day they deserve! 😂😘💐
Retail can be the pits! People always have something to say and usually are just trying to out you down to make themselves feel better and more important. It's truly low class.
That brown mascara makes your blue eyes POP!
Oh Risa, I worked for LaPrarie for years and I could tell you stories and experiences I had with customers that would shock you. I worked in cosmetics for years and learned a lot of life lessons that I will remember for the rest of my life. The only difference between us is that it turned me off to ever worked for cosmetics again and would never go back. I’ve watched you for a long time and find you to be the most beautiful, kind, non aggressive influencer that would never push products, you don’t have a mean bone in your body. You are also so talented and artistic person in the business. I adore and admire you! Your outstanding beauty is intimidating to people and that’s probably why they react with insecurity.
I was a counter manager for Estes Lauder at Dillards and Belk Department stores and believe me it's a tough job. Not only are you dealing with some crazy customers, but also co-workers were jealous of my salesmanship. It was fun but the floor drama was tough for sure.
I worked in the beauty/cosmetic industry for 25 years, also as a make up artist and I totally relate to your experiences. So much emotions from clients they just dump or project on you as the service person. It got so bad in my last years of service that I got into a burm out and quit my job to never return! Never EVER will I return in that industry. I still love make up, I still do the whole sjabang on my face every day. It just make some happy!🥰 In my burnout I started painting and creating other things. As long as I can work with colour and shapes and such, I am happy to be just the wife of a loving husband and be there for my friends. Thank you for showing light to the darker side of retail. 🙏🙏❤❤
I worked in retail my entire life….started in apparel, managed, training and such…moved to cosmetics, Elizabeth Arden, counter manager…then to Prescriptives…then Estee Lauder…then makeup artist for Lancome…all in Houston.
I’ve worked in customer service my entire life. It’s very frustrating when you come across someone who insists that you’re treating them less than.
Those ladies that you are talking about had issues, probably still do have them. I would have loved the opportunity for you to help me with makeup. You are very kind and are beautiful on the inside and out. Your look today… Chef’s Kiss! 💋 Happy 4th!! 🎇
Well said Me too!!
I was a flight attendant for 35 years so I totally understand the great American public❤
I think some people are just hell bent on being miserable and mean AND they want everyone else to be miserable with them.
You hit the nail on the head there…. misery loves and needs company. I will never buy in with them.😮
Retail is crazy. People can be so hurtful. We have faith in you.
You’ve gotta love working with the general public!! After I paid my “dues” on the retail floor, I finally applied for and went to the buying office. Best job!
Risa, your willingness and vulnerability to share your stories is so validating for so many of us. I applaud you! It seems these experiences really impacted and stuck with you. I hope that talking about it on this platform is helpful in validating your feelings and healing. 😘
It’s so funny, exactly when you finished your hair at the end I thought: “She always does the best hairstyles “, and then you popped up the writing about your hair not being good 😂 Your hair is always amazing Risa!
I remember things like that when I was working for the Lancôme counter. Some customers were unbelievably!!!
I believe you 100%!! Working retail is not for the weak! Especially cosmetics.
I completely understand. I was once accused of being a racist because the retailer I worked for's section of products for African-Americans was only 4 foot by 7 foot big. Was that okay? Heck no!! But this one particular lady spent her entire time in the store implying my racism and trying to pull me into an argument. I smiled, agreed with her sentiment on how tiny the section is, and told her to have a wonderful day.
Hearing your stories made me smile… I’m in Farmington Hills, MI and Jacobsons was my most favorite store in downtown Birmingham, so beloved and missed. I was a new young interior designer @ Englanders back in the 80’s, working retail furniture. The staff would get giddy from exhaustion when we had sales, and a couple of us would accidentally ask, “Can you be helped?”, lol.
Your descriptions of what happened with these two customers made me feel you could be a girlfriend sitting with me over coffee. Please DO tell more stories! We love hearing about your life.
Love the stories! I worked retail for years and I agree that everyone should work retail. It helped prepare me for being a middle school teacher...LOL!
I’m so sorry that happened to you. It is frustrating when someone misconstrues your actions based on their own insecurities. I agree that everyone should have to work on retail in order to appreciate how difficult it is. There might be a whole lot less nasty customers. I did my stint at Talbots/ made great friends, gained experience and a great work wardrobe to boot! But also had my share of very uncomfortable interactions! Keep being you! ❤
I love your personal life stories. When I was in University, I worked every kind of job to pay for school. Most of it was retail. I can’t even count how many insane stories I have. And I know I was a good worker, I was a good person. I’ve never been fired, I have glowing references from every employer I had in my life (I am 44 years old now so that’s saying a lot). People are just people. You never know where someone is coming from. I’ve learned it may be nothing to do with me, they are coming after a bad day/week/year or have something going on. Often you are the one they may lash out at yet not knowing you.
I used to analyze and feel bad for every interaction that wasn’t perfect. Even 99% was not good enough. But now I learned I can’t do that. It can get to you.
You are a great person. That shows through every video you make.
What comes to my mind Risa that you are not only beautiful, you have an innocent soul like a little girl. ❤❤
I worked in public facing roles for 36 years (started at 19, retired at 55), and this is pretty normal, lol. It's usually always about the customer and something going on in their life/head, not about the person helping them. But so sorry these things happened to you. :( Appreciate you sharing these very honest stories!
GREAT video! I love that you met #42 on your first day on the job! I met him and shook his hand, and Hillary's at a State fair! Hillary was stunning! Both got my votes!
People love to project their own insecurities on to others. Working in customer service myself, I've been called all sorts and at this point it's water off a duck's back. I realise that I don't need to justify myself because someone doesn't love and accept themselves or just having a bad day. Can't please'em all!
Risa, by all means, please share more stories, whether good or not so good! I love all your videos, and your "war stories" give us another dimension beyond makeup. They enrich our image of you and your profession. Thank you! 😊
I've got one. As a customer, I was in a small regional department store. They had a women's petite department, but the men's was just normal sizing. No big and tall. There was rounder (rack in a circle) of Tommy Hilfiger dress slacks. I saw two big and tall men over 6' and more than 250 each flipping through the hangered pants, with hostility. They were getting frustrated and loud. A man clerk walked over and I was within hearing range. The men said, we buy this brand all the time, but you have no wide, fuller thigh styles. Where are they? The salesclerk said, Oh our store stocks the more modern cut. And I find mostly ________ sizing. I can't find my size either.
OH MY GOSH. That word ________ hit a nerve and these huge men began yelling loudly RACIST! You are a racist! We demand a manager. They moved to the front of the store and semi blocked the front doors. Demanding the manager come out and fire the clerk for hurling racial slurs. It was Christmas and the customers were mainly Seniors, and all women. There wasn't another man or more manly man anywhere. Their volume and anger increased, and most women were really frightened.
I Small frame female, said, THAT IS ENOUGH. If you don't hold it down and calm down I am going to start singing Christmas Carols and you aren't going to like it. I can't sing. It didn't stop. So I said, I know that clerk, he isn't racist. He wouldn't have "challenged" 500+ lbs of angry testosterone or said anything offensive to you. PLEASE tell us, what did he say to you that was offensive? Wanna know the word that set them off? "EUROPEAN". European sizing such as Milan, Paris, etc. 🤦♀ You know where they don't have SUPER SIZE Mc Donalds? It still shakes me when I remember it.
I remember the Armani story when we were all on MUA. That lady was just unhinged you were always the nicest person.
Johnny Ross!
I too was called the B work because I had the audacity to ask a 79 year old lady for her ID so she could receive a senior discount - when I tell you she had not one single line on her face, invisible pores... wore no make up with the exception of mascara and lipstick and was BEAUTIFUL! I honestly did not think she was even the required 62 years old.... she filleted me in front of my employees and customers for asking for her ID... and refused to accept my apology... ah well... the fun of working with the public!
I cannot imagine you Risa EVER being snarky or witchy with an B to anyone! Perhaps you were just too real of a reminder that she was on the back slope and you were just finding your way to the top... young beauty in a nice person ... a reminder of who she herself was! ( or , was not!)
Happy fourth! 🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸
Risa I can't imagine you ever purposely offending anyone. There is no way I could work with the public even if bad events happen infrequently. My skin is too thin for it; I admit it. There is no excuse for abuse. You are one of my all time favs and love you and your videos! Have a great 4th!
I understand how hard it is I’ve been call all kinds but thru the years you develop a thick skin , people can be really mean thank you for sharing 😊 you’re the best👍
It’s just hard working with the public. And some people are just rude. Enjoyed hearing this so much and he looked beautiful. Take care.
I was in banking for most of my career, and dealing with the public is challenging.
Risa, any decent person can immediately sense your kindness, empathy, and character. That’s why we love you so. You’re very straightforward but without condensation. BTW, as a highly sensitive person myself, I immediately bonded with you about the crying…like you said, we can be too empathetic at times. Anyway, please never doubt your goodness!!❤️❤️
Risa, anyone that works in retail long enough will be called everything in the book. Cussed out and know that absoutely everything is your fault. People can be so cruel. It's a shame. Thankfully I had a tough exterior. Or at least I developed one at a very early age. Retail is not for everybody.
Bless all you guys and gals that are still out there serving the puublic. Many thanks to you.😊
Best line working with the public everyone should do for 3 months
The stories are so real in my life!!! My journey is so much like yours, retail is crazy and full of so many different people. I worked in Michigan, Alabama, Wisconsin, Chicago, Arizona, Texas. Worked for Bobbie Brown, Dior, Chanel, Armani, strong cosmetics background like yourself. Just feel so blessed to have had the experience, my co-workers were amazing. And so many just beautiful Women I met on my journey. Please share more stories, I have so many that I share with my daughters. Absolutely love your channel because I just knew that you really get what this is all about. Carry On my fellow former BA. MUA.!
I so understand what you are talking about, I work in cosmetics department store and pharmacy here in Canada for 30 years some customers just don’t like you and there is no logical reason . Also you’re in a position where you can’t really said anything and some person enjoy being on top of you . There’s nothing you can’t do about it and sometimes it’s not even about you ❤thank you for sharing . Thanks Risa ❤
Hi Risa! I loved this video! Ugh, I use to work retail and I am also a sensitive person and not naturally outgoing! I cried 2 times after being yelled at by two different bosses. I quit one of those jobs right after the manager yelled at me and another girl. I was 4 months pregnant at the time. I'm sorry to hear about those two negative experiences you had! How terrible. But meeting a President on your first day! Wow. What a great story. :)
I worked at Neimans for many years and other retail and wholesale positions.
I look back at difficult situations and realize now that those people were the ones with the issues. New sales people were like magnets for abusers.
Although I was the very nicest person I had a plan that I would one day the worst person would approach me would and would say the most shocking thing with swear words then they would march over to my boss and she would not believe the woman. Because I was so nice. I never found that situation but it was very empowering. I actually loved helping customers.
I can tell you are the kind of person that would bend over backwards to help someone. You are a sweetheart! Thank you for sharing your stories.
Loved what the woman said about the customer’s husband! Love these kinds of videos. People are nuts! I worked in a sporting goods store in high school and a grocery store in college. They were both very eye opening experiences. I’m 55. Don’t think I could do it today. I’ve lost my filter!
I was thinking the same thing about the husband - that he found you attractive or that you reminded him of someone he dated or wanted to date but turned him down. 😂
Hello Risa!!🌸 You are such a beautiful person, inside and out. I loved this video, just talking about your experiences, although I'm sorry about the negative interactions. I worked retail back in the 90's, it was a really awesome time. I mainly worked in clothing. I have mostly good memories, and I do feel like people were pretty much respectful. Of course, I have my fair share of horror stories, lol, but for the most part, it was great! What I couldn't do is work retail today. As a customer, I see people being so rude every single time I go anywhere. Not exaggerating either. It's definitely not the same as it was back then, where stories like this were few and far between. Oh, the good ol' days. I feel for everyone who now has to deal with the public on an every day basis. And sadly, some HAVE worked retail or with the public, which they will point out as they tear down someone. I watch people when I'm out, it's just something I do, and find it SO hard not to interfere when I see such things. I have stories where I have had to say something, because I can't stand to see someone being abused. It's just so very different these days 😔 Anyways, hope you're having a nice 4th of July!! Take care!!🩷
Love hearing your stories, Risa! I can’t believe someone would think those ugly things about you! You are so sweet & kind! ❤❤ I’d love to hear the story of how you & your husband met!
I've worked retail for 8 months after years of office jobs and my skin has gotten so thick fast. Some people are just miserable and won't be happy no matter what. I just laugh about the rude/crazy customers and try to appreciate the good ones.
Risa, I’ve been watching your contents since quite some time and I can say that I consider you a very kind person❤️
What a fun video 🤩❤️
Retail days were definitely interesting!
Thank you for sharing the stories. My mom worked retail for over 35 years and she had similar stories. She sold jewelry and would share with me that she had to keep the purchases men made for their wives and their girlfriend straight in her head. She could not stand that men would so blatantly buy for both women at the same place. She always told me you have to be nice and keep on smiling even when people were rude or did things you did not agree with.
I am so sorry you had such bad experiences.
Oh we saw that all the time at Armani!!! The “girlfriends” would try to charge stuff to the guys room, and when we told them we couldn’t because their name wasn’t on the room, they would get so angry!
Thanks for the stories, Risa. I was a nurse for 35 years and could tell you some wild stories! So yes, working with the public means every day can be a surprise.
This is bringing back PTSD issues from working at cosmetic counters. People unload their BS on retail employees. I eventually became a cosmetic department manager and things became worse. I loved working in cosmetics but the BS killed that love. I know you speak the truth.
That was so entertaining Risa, thank you for sharing and you are an amazing classy lady ! Yes, I think I can speak for all your viewers that we would love to hear more of your amazing stories !
Dear Risa, Thank you so much ♥️ You are a sweet wonderful soul! I appreciated the stories shared today 🌸 and encourage you not to listen to, or take anything that anyone hateful says seriously. Love your brilliant honest channel🌹 from a friend in Maine🕊
Keep having faith in us, Risa, cause we love you and know that you'd never be nasty to someone undeservingly on purpose.
You're such a sensitive soul ❤
Love hearing your stories Risa !!
You are a beautiful woman. Don't let anyone ruin your shine. You are also a good teacher. I learned a lot from you. ❤❤
Risa you have such a kind heart and are such lovely woman. I’m so sorry you had these two horrible experiences which have clearly scarred your heart. You have to try and find a way to release yourself from them. It wasn’t you , it was them. Your colleagues comment about you looking like someone that woman’s husband slept with is absolutely hysterical.
I’m glad I worked in retail for 4-5 years before moving to HR /Recruitment roles. Had some bad experiences too but mostly positive.
Risa, we are so similar… I work in retail, and I had a similar experience with a man who insisted that I was purposely not helping him. I had a group of people around me on the sales floor, and I was doing my best to multitask and help everyone (because we are short-staffed). He said that I looked at him and then at the security guard (which I absolutely didn’t do). I couldn’t believe he was making things up. But I assured him (even with annoyance in my tone) that I would indeed help him. Later, when I was helping him, he did end up apologizing, which was a shock to me. But stuff bothers me forever. I too, would never be shitty to someone for no reason, and I HATE when anyone thinks that I would, even a stranger.
I used to be significantly overweight and was waiting for a friend while she was trying on some suits at Brooks Brothers. I was casually flipping through the racks of clothes while waiting for my friend, and the sales lady marched over to me and said “You know we don’t have anything here that will fit you, right?”. I was STUNNED and speechless. I immediately teared up as it was embarrassing and I didnt need a salesperson to remind me that I wasn’t going to find plus size clothes there. I went to find a chair and my friend came out of the change room, took one look at my face, asked what happened and then changed so we could leave asap. Even years later, this story upset me.
Wow, what a disgusting sales lady. That's so wrong. Yeah, I wouldn't have given her a sale after that, so glad your friend had your back. So sorry that happened to you, she sounds miserable and you know, misery loves company. You're too awesome to join her in that.💛 Take care!
That is AWFUL. I am so sorry that happened to you. I can’t even fathom how some people can be so freaking rude!!!!
To send a huge message, your friend should’ve taken all of the clothes she was interested in purchasing to the counter, and made it clear that she changed her mind to purchase because of how her friend was treated.
@@debbiewalker9798 Most definitely!!
I had a similar experience at a high end boutique in California when I was a size 12. The SA said exactly those words to me. I was stunned at her nerve, said nothing and left the store furious. I wish I had spoken my mind.
Really appreciate your vulnerability in sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly. WOW, what a first day you had meeting a former President.
There are so many petty people just waiting to pounce… you know who you are and we know you to be nothing but kind, generous and authentic. We love you!❤
Loved it Risa!! Tell us more, that was alot of fun getting to know you better!!
I didn't love hearing how rude those patrons were! Ugh! But the other stories were great! Would love to hear more. So fun!
I can never imagine you being anything but gracious and beyond kind! ❤
Risa - I truly appreciate your transparency & videos! You’re amazing with your expertise & advice. I have been following you for a while now & look forward to your posting.
Thank you for being real (& beautiful) & assisting people like me navigate this road to taking care of ourselves. ☺️❤️✨
Risa, working with the public. This happens still to this day. I'm a hairstylist and have been through many similar things. It's impossible to please everyone. ❤
Risa… 😊..I was glued listening & watching to your video … I did laugh out loud in some parts, but I was almost in tears with you , at the most “sensitive “ parts .., I 100% believe you, .. you are so KIND & empathetic, you haven’t got “bad thought in your head”… BTW your makeup today is stunning. & those colours are so “you”… your eyes just POP… I can’t wait to hear more of your stories … thank you .. ❤
Oh Risa, my heart ❤️ goes out to you. That's awful. As I've said before, my experience with you was wonderful. I've never forgotten how you treated me with kindness and going over different products I could try. You're an absolute sweetheart 💖.
Wow, what stories! Risa, I don't know you personally of course, but I just know - you are a sweetheart and could never ever be insensitive to anyone! Thank you for sharing, I would personally love to hear more fun stories as you get ready 😊💕
Risa, I know I don't know you personally. I only know you from UA-cam videos but I have a sixth sense about people. I have never picked up any bad vibes coming from you whatsoever!!! You are one of the first influencers I started watching back when the pandemic first hit. I got laid off so that's when I discovered UA-cam and I have been watching you ever since! Your channel is one of my top 3 favorites. I never miss an episode. You just seem so genuine and when your video comes on I feel like I'm sitting in my living room gabbing with one of my girlfriends about makeup! I can't believe that woman called you a b*tch! How horrible!
Hello Risa, I would love to hear more of your stories. What a great career you are having! Remember haters gonna hate and most times that comes from plain old jealousy. We love you Risa you are amazing!
I've done quite a few different jobs, and wholeheartedly agree that most people are nice, but it doesnt matter what you do, theres always that one person...🤯 I just don't understand some people! The older I get, the less tolerant of those kind of people I am becoming. 🤨
I am so sorry you had that awful experience! Unfortunately, that is retail. I owned my own boutique for 22 years and another associate of mine was also called a racist! It was so awful because she was a great customer and this associate was not a racist. The associate did wait on someone before her because she did not see her and that was the issue. The customers have no idea how hurtful those words are when they are untrue.
Enjoyed this very much Risa! Thank you for being so candid. Tell us more!
Nurses have it harder I think. Some patients can be nasty but as their nurse you’re expected to be kind and compassionate for a 12 hr shift.
Oh true because they are stuck! My husband works in the ER and as bad as he gets treated by the drunks and drug seekers, they are always worse to the nurses - especially the female ones. They have all been cursed at, spit upon, thrown up on, and people have taken swings at my husband for not giving them drugs. The wealthy entitiled people boss him around like he's their personal butler. Fortunately our local PD is often in there with the K9 unit. I can't even imagine what they have to deal with on the daily. And this a nice community hospital with mostly geriatrics, not a trauma center.