How Fast Should I Hear Back From Lululemon

Congratulations on getting a Lululemon interview.

We all know interviews are stressful and competition is intense.

However, with a small amount of preparation you can ace the Lululemon job interview.

Here we will discuss how to successfully answer Lululemon interview questions.

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Lululemon Interview Questions

1) Tell me about yourself?

Mention your previous work experience, interests, and education. Try and focus on related work experience.
If one of your interests is yoga tell them. Yoga is a key element in their business.

2) What can you tell us about Lululemon?

Chip Wilson founded the company in 1998 in Vancouver Canada.
As of 2020, the CEO of Lululemon is Calvin McDonald.
The headquarters are in Vancouver Canada.
As of September 2019, there are 460 company-operated stores.
There are stores in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Hong Kong, Germany, and Puerto Rico.

3) Why do you want to work for Lululemon?

Tell them you love the product and perhaps mention what product you enjoy most.
If you enjoy yoga let them know

4) How would you deal with an upset customer?

If the customer was unhappy because of the product I would reference the return policy and see if they can return it.
If the customer was unhappy because they could not find a particular product I would find the item for them and not just point them in a general direction.

5) How would you define excellent customer service?

The staff is friendly and always willing to help the customer find what he or she needs.
Customers are not waiting in line for long periods of time at checkout.
The store display is well kept and presented with adequate inventory.

6) Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Lululemon has many positions you can progress to. Have a look at their career website and find a position you see yourself doing in five years.
If you are going to university tell them what you are studying and hopefully, you will end up with a career in the field you are studying.

7) Would you have problems working during the holidays?

This is key in retail. If you can work the Christmas holidays tell them.

8) What is your greatest weakness?

You should not deny you have a weakness or state strengths as a weakness (I am a perfectionist, or I work too hard and neglect my friends and family). State a weakness that is required for the role but not a dealbreaker if you don't have it.
When you state your weakness make sure you say what you are doing to overcome that weakness. For example, I have a fear of public speaking and I have enrolled in a public speaking class to overcome my fear.

9) Who are our competitors?

Athleta, Nike and Under Armour.

10) What motivates you?

Meeting deadlines, targets, or goals
Mentoring and coaching others
Learning new things
Coming up with creative ideas to improve something, or make something new
Working well as part of a team
Finding a way to solve a problem, or overcome a challenge

Money
Employee Discounts

11) How was your attendance in your last job?

Honesty is your best approach when answering this question as the interviewer may check your references.
Emphasize that you understand the importance of starting your shift on time.

12) Why did you leave your last job?

Let's first discuss what not to say!

Do not say anything negative about your previous employer
Do not say for money.
The commute was too long.

Example

"I enjoyed my time at my last job, however, I have outgrown my current role and I am looking for new challenges."

13) How do you feel about standing for long periods of time?

Most jobs in retail will require you to work on your feet for long periods of time. If possible tell the interviewer you do not have a problem with this. Try to wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes with a low heel, maintain good posture, and stay hydrated.

14) What hours can you work?

The more flexible you are with your hours, the better chance you have of getting hired, so be flexible!
If possible, let the interviewer know that you can work on weekends and/or holidays.

15) Questions to ask on a Lululemon interview?

What do you like best about working here?
How would you describe your ideal candidate for this position?
What about this position is the most important?
How would you measure my success and what could I do to succeed in your expectations?
Which part of the position has the steepest learning curve? What can I do in order to get up to speed quickly?
What opportunities will I have to learn and grow?