ever since i reached legal working age, i have always held a retail job at one store or the other. i really do believe that retail has played a HUGE role in shaping me. and while i don’t agree with many corporate retail practices, i did walk away with so much knowledge.

retail has taught me so much- when and how to be a team player, when and how to be a leader, to think business-mindedly, creatively, and to always seek solutions. i never imagined that the experiences i had as a wee one working in retail stores could bring me to this point where i am today- i am only a few days shy of leaving my cubicle job to pursue a career as a full time shop owner and artist.

i suppose i am having all of these sentimental thoughts right now because i just saw the post in decor8 about the urban outfitters headquarters. you must see the slideshow that holly put together of their beautiful space. i feel inspired just looking at the images, i cannot imagine what it must be like to work there.