Horse related problem.....

Question

I'm applying for a job at a book store soon to pay for a horse, should I tell my boss that I want to work for a horse? Or will that turn the person off? (I'd save for the horse, after a few months buy one, and then keep working to pay off board and stuff). I'm still really young (legal to work though) so should I just say I want more pocket money? If I say that I'm worried that she won't use me as much.....

Answer 1

You may be asked (in your interview) why you want to work in the bookstore , as opposed to why you want a job.  I would be more concerned that you have an appropriate answer to that question ready, something like, I have always liked to read, am familiar with certain types of authors and their work and I believe would be an asset to your store." Or something to that effect.  I doubt that you will be asked why you want the money, as we all want the money for various reasons, but if specifically asked, I would specifically answer, almost with a passion.

Answer 2

Tell him what you want.  You have a goal, go for it.  You are not just another teenager wanting some "pocket money".  You are more responsible then they are (hopefully, if you already buying a horse) and he would like to know that I think

Answer 3

Tell her you are working to save up money - this is all she needs to know but honestly a bookstore isn't going to pay for a horse.

A horse and all its needs can cost $10,000+ a year - not to mention the cost of a horse and some tack.

Answer 4

You Schold Just explain to your Boss

Why you need this Job

Liike you im Alsoo going to be working 2 buy a horse

im only 14 so i cant get much Money

But its Still Something

You should also try and do more things around the house

& Help out in Your Local STables to get you used 2 what owning a horse would actully Be Liike

Answer 5

I don't really see what difference it would make if you told your boss you were working for a horse. I'm sure lots of people say they're working for a car. How is a horse any different? I got a job at a vet clinic by saying "Yeah, I just bought a really expensive horse, now I have to like, pay for it and stuff." And they knew I was gonna work my butt off because of it. Horse people are hard working folk :)

Answer 6

Unless the person conducting the interview asks why you want to work at a bookstore, I don't see a reason to mention the horse.  

Most interviewers aren't interested in why you want a job, but, since you are young, the curiosity could be there.  If asked, answer the question truthfully.  It could leave a positive impression on the interviewer.

Good luck!

Answer 7

I have one thing for you to consider.  I bought my first horse when I was 13.  when I was 15 I had to sell him because I couldn't work him anymore because I was working off my board more then spending time with him.  when i first bought him, people told me this would happen, but I didn't believe them..  unless you've fallen madly in love for a specific horse,  I would tell your boss you're putting the money into the bank to save up for something and wait until you have more than enough money to buy a horse AND  board it for at least 2 months.  By then,  you can still work but not be as stressed about paying for him because you'll be saving up for board that's two months away.  Just be cautious.