First bit of advice, this is not the place to casually drop off an application. It's an awesome complany and have very little if any employee turn-over. A year ago, I handed in my application and resume' to a couple of the stores closest to my home and in the following months continued to "check in" to stay on their radar. Knowing the season would be picking up, a couple months ago I made the rounds and re-applied to 7 stores (in person, making sure I met and got to know people at the store). One store called, I had an interview with 2 people, one of which was the Captain (Mgr) and it went very well -- they even said I was looking good as a fit for the store :-) Said they'd call with word if I'd be invited for a 2nd interview. A few days later, another store called and I interviewed with them, but receieved a "thanks, no" letter from the Capt. (who I never actually got to meet.) Useful observation: Though one company, stores are uniquely different depending on management, crew, location and customer base. I think that's cool. First store I interviewed with calls me for a 2nd, meeting two new supervisors. Goes very well, their response to me and mine to them is very positive, a good fit. Captain calls me a few days later to say "we don't have an opening." I'm literally stunned after 2 interviews and great feedback. Ask if they could keep me in mind, or if they do/don't think I'm a good fit; answer: "you're welcome to re-apply." I've heard their policy is not to give feedback -- and they mean it! So, sign me "Confused" because if there was a problem or misunderstanding, I will never know! The only thing I can think is that I've been self-employed for most of my adult life -- jobs and experience that would surely relate to and enhance my working at TJ's. I articulated this in a 1-pg cover letter / resume' desiged to be fun, a little quirky (like the Fearless Flyer) and WOW! to let them know I've done my research and really 'get' the company. I noticed the first interview, more questions were addressed to my being self-employed - "How do you feel about ...supervisors?" (did they think I was thinking I could do the job from ....home? ;-) Assured them I was ready for a change, I welcome the idea of coming under a company that is well run (they have done quite well over the years with nary a consult form me!) and I really respect the management. Just show me what to do and I will do it well. What's funny, once I realized this was a concern to them and I asked about it, a couple different people (mgmt) said, "Oh, no we have people from many different backgrounds, so (self-employed or not) doesn't matter." I felt that was a little contrdictory as both stores where I interviewed were focused on this. Also, from a couple other stores who didn't even select me for an interview, wouldn't say why they didn't select or hire me, but gave me a card and a smile to "keep checkin' in." (???) Again, straight answers and the opportunity to improve would have been most welcome. Anyway... a shout-out to the GlassDoor community because I did read every single comment and interview and was more than prepared going in. Thanks!