Quote Originally Posted by Uncle Jesse View Post
I think people who have worked retail for a while, get to where they can tell the difference in people who are looking for something and people who are just looking.
I worked retail for 20 years or so, and I can tell you that while retail sellers often think they can tell the difference, they're just as often wrong. Me, I'm an impulse buyer; may not be looking for anything in particular, but if I see something I want, I'll buy it. Also, I'll often pick up a few things just because I'm in the mood to buy something. In any case, a simple "How ya doin'; anything I can help you with?" is pretty much required in my opinion. If I say no, just leave me alone. And if I don't get at least a greeting I'd have to REALLY want something to buy anything from a person who won't put out any more effort than that.