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Villa Sirenia.... Paradise found. in Orlando
- bedrooms 4
- baths 3
- sleeps 8
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Villa
- community Tuscan Ridge
rates (USD)
/ week
vacation rental description
The stunning Villa Sirenia is newly carpeted, decorated and furnished to an
excellent standard. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is larger than
most with nearly 3000 square feet of air-conditioned living space.
The high-ceilinged, open-plan central living area has a spacious and
relaxed feel. From the living room with adjacent dining area an
archway leads to the family room and adjoining kitchen and breakfast
nook. Both the living room and family room look out onto the pool
area through patio doors. For the safety of young children and as
required by Florida State Law, all doors leading to the pool are
Outside, there is a large screened patio and attractive heated
swimming pool and spa. The patio includes an under-cover area with
lighting, ceiling fans and padded pool furniture - you can always
find the perfect place to relax in sun or shade through the day or
sipping cocktails in the long balmy evenings.
The extensive master bedroom suite (with king-size bed) has patio
doors looking onto the pool area. A sliding door leads to the walk-
in closet and beyond is an en-suite bathroom including shower,
bath and twin vanity units.
The 2nd (double) bedroom also has en-suite facilities and a door
through to the pool. Bedrooms 3 and 4 have twin beds and share a
bathroom. Villa Sirenia sleeps 8 people with provision for 2 more
using the double sofa-bed in the living room.
The villa is located in Tuscan Ridge, Davenport, just off Highway
27. The community has a mixture of residential and holiday homes and
is especially relaxed and peaceful, yet is just 15 minutes from
Disney World and about 20 minutes from Universal and Seaworld. Tuscan ridge offers a club house/gym, Tot lot and tennis court.
Villa Sirenia is supervised and maintained by a great management
company who really look after both our property and our guests.You
should find everything in an excellent state, but if any
problem does arise, our management company provides 24-hour
emergency cover and will deal with it as quickly as possible.
Guest Comments.
Steve and Linda,
Just a few words to let you know just how much we enjoyed our
holiday. We can't wait to go back, so it must have been good!!!
Your choice of house and location are spot on. I would certainly
recommend it to everyone.
Thanks again ...
I+J, England
Hi Lynda and Steve!!
The villa is lovely...From the moment we walked in the door we all
said WOW- how beautiful. Really had a great week. The spa and pool
was enjoyed by all!! Loved all of the colors and decorations in the
Thanks once again for letting us enjoy the Villa. Loved it!!!!!!!
W.S, Troy USA
We enjoyed ourselves very much, thank you. We have visited the area
several times before and stayed in similar style properties but we
were genuinely very impressed by Tuscan Ridge. There are so many
developments in that part of Florida but we really did think you had
chosen a fabulous location for your property. It is a very pleasant
neighbourhood and the location is fabulously convenient for Disney,
Tampa and the airport.
We liked your villa very much ,and found it had everything needed to
self cater (not that i did too much of that). As we spent another
great holiday in florida i'm sure we will return. The Tuscan ridge
site is one of the best developments we have been to and i would
recommend your villa to friends wanting to stay in the area . Thank-
you once again for letting use your florida home.
Hi Lynda and Steve
This was our 4th visit to Florida and we have stayed in a villa
everytime and your villa was by far the best one we have stayed in.
It had eveything we needed and you have done a great job on making
it very comfortable.
...now the half of the time in your great villa is over. Time for us
to say THANK YOU for letting us stay in this great house. We enjoy
it so much and that is the reason to think about our next vacation.
We would like to rent your villa again (it is the third time in
Florida for us, but never stayed in such a nice house) and the date
U+MB. Germany
The Villa is perfect for children !" susan noone dec 2011
This was my 4th visit to Orlando and my first time at this Villa and this was the only Villa of the 4 that I would definately return to. The property was huge - larger than the other 4 bed Villa's we had previously rented and was kitted out with everything that children could possibly need to entertain themselves. The added attraction was that previous families had left behind games and pool toys and that the even though the property was in great condition we didnt feel that the kids had to be watched the whole time because it clearly was a Villa that lent itself to children being children ! The pool was a decent size with ample room for lots of pool side activity. Quiet neighbourhood too with close proximity to shops and restaurants - would highly recommend and will definately book again for return trips.
"Fantastic Villa" shaun c nov 2011
We had a great time here, really beautifully laid out Villa in a really nice estate. Plenty of room to spread yourself out and it was a real chore dragging ourselves away each morning. Plenty of shops and eating establishments nearby. Our favourite was Bob Evans just south of Tuscan Ridge on Highway 27. The Pool area is not overlooked unlike some villas we have stayed in. By far the nicest Villa we have stayed in.
"Best Place to stay in Orlando" Revanth sept 2011
The Villa was excellent if you want to stay with group of people on a trip. The amenities provided including the swimming pool and Xbox it was excellent. And the cost is way cheaper compared to hotels near by. and it is well close to all the shopping areas and Disney too. Overall it was a wonderful experience staying at Villa with my friends.
I would definitely recommend my friends and reserve it for my future trips to Orlando
"perfect home for a great vacation" wendy sept 2011
We stayed here with two families and were surprised of the beauty and completeness of the house. Close enough to the top attractions of Orlando, and quiet enough to have a relaxing holliday. We recommend this house to everyone!
"Nice home away from home" sept 2011
We were in Orlando with my daughter so she could compete with her dance studio in a nationals dance competition and participate in the dance convention. The dance competition/convention was for seven days, and we didn't really want to spend all that time in a hotel room. This house was about 15 minutes from the dance competition and more than met our expectations for a comfortable home away from home. It was a very peaceful neighborhood and the house all the amenities to make our stay comfortable. We were glad to be able to cook some meals, and not have to eat out all the time. It was also very nicely located. On my daughter's free days we were able to make it out to Clearwater beach one day and Cocoa beach another day. Both beaches were only about an hour and a half away. We also made it to Downtown Disney, and one of the Disney parks while we were there which was within 20 minutes. There was a very nice outlet mall that we enjoyed shopping at during our stay and it was also within 20 minutes. There was a grocery store we passed on our way to the house every day, so it was convenient to pick up something to cook on the way to the house. All in all our stay was very pleasant and we would stay again if we were going to be in Orlando again.
"Excellent central base to explore Florida" andy m sept 2011
My girlforned and I intended to do a lot more travelling around Florida (Gulf and atlantic Coast), but found the Villa far to hard to leave.
In the end we only spent 1 night away (in the lovely Tarpon Springs) from the Villa.
The place was spotless, decent enough location (I recommend the Sake Steak and Wine Bar). The pool was brilliant.
Highly recommended.
"An Excellent Property to Rent" lori july 2011
Our son plays baseball and we were in Florida for the Russ Matt college tourney. I had reseached several rental properties in the area before deciding on this one. Everything about our rental experience was perfect; from the location of the property, to Lynda's quick response to any and all questions. Our travel party included my husband and I, our 15 year old son and my mother and father-in-law. The 2 suite bedrooms worked out especially well and our son loved the game room, whirlpool and pool. The property offered all of the modern convienences of home and more. The ideal location was close to major roads, shopping, places to eat, and even the baseball fields. Our emails and other inquiries were always answered in a very timely and professional manner, as was our deposit. We found it to be the best value in the area and look forward to renting it again.
"Superior cleanliness, comfort, and amenities!" colleen march2011
We were absolutely impressed with the condition of this villa. It is obvious that the owners pay great attention to detail and cleanliness - everything inside and out was clean and tidy, and every room was decorated down to the last detail. The house was spotless and lived up to the pictures. Beautiful landscaping. The house backs up to a field (many villas we looked up backed up directly to another villa) - there are neighbors on either side of the house, but we never saw/heard them and had very good privacy.
We paid for the pool heat for the week, and even on the cool January nights we were swimming - I am not one to swim in cold water, and I had no problem getting in and enjoying myself in the pool and hot tub.
"Check-in" and "Check-out" involved punching in a code to receive the house key, then putting the house key back when we left - could not have been easier, especially after a long drive from New Hampshire.
We had a couple questions while we were there, and the owners responded promptly. Although it was just the three of us, there is enough room at this villa for many more. More than enough towels, bed linens, plates/cutlery are provided, just bring your own trash bags / paper towels / dish detergent etc.
The location is fantastic - very easy to find with shopping close by. If you are going to Disney, plan about 15 minutes for the drive.
We had a fabulous time and just wish we could have stayed longer - truly a home away from home, and we will definitely be back!
"A wonderful, well equipped villa" the wright family oct 2010
A spacious, well presented villa with a homely feel. Very well equipped, cannot actually think of anything you would need that was not provided i.e travel adaptors, maps, plenty towels & linen etc etc. Excellent location with regards to local shops and restaurants. Although on good access routes to all the main theme parks it was a fair few miles away. The management company were very efficient and attentive. The kids made good use of the lovely pool. All the beds were extremely comfortable and main bathroom luxurious. All in all a wonderful holiday.
"Beautifully kept spacious and well equipped villa" navedita oct2010
We would definitely recommend this to others and would love to return one day. Well maintained villa ideally situated for Disney, In a quiet neighbourhood providing escape from the hustle and bustle. The kitchen in particular had everything a family would need.
"A very welcoming and comfortable holiday home." donovans aug 2010
We had excellent communication with the owners, who where extremely helpful and gave us additional advice with relation to our overall holiday not just their Villa. Their management company who look after the villa were very efficient. The Villa was beautifully decorated and very clean. All furniture including the beds were very soft and comfortable. We were amazed at how large all of the rooms were and loved the pool area as we were not really overlooked by other properties. They provided plenty of inflatable toys for the pool so there is no need to take or buy your own. You would most definately need a car as there were no shops locally that you could walk to, but shops and restaurants were a maximum of 5 minutes drive away and walmart was approx 15 mins away. We were a little surprised at how long it took us to get to the parks as they were an axtra 5-10 mins further away than stated on the Villa's own website. The only downside to this Villa was that there was no basic cleaning poducts eg: dishcloths, binbags etc. On leaving the villa they do ask that you put your towels and bed linen in the washing mashine but they do not provide any washing powder or fabric softener, it would be very useful if they provided you with enough of this so that you could do this 1 wash rather than having to go and buy them just for this wash and then have to leave it behind. Apart from that we thoughly enjoyed our time in the Villa and would definatley go back again.
"Lovely house, Fantastic holiday" Vikki aug 2010
The Brett's vacation home was beautiful, spotlessly clean, well equipped and perfectly located for our holiday. Only 20 mins drive on an empty freeway to Disney and about 90 mins to 2hrs to Busch Gardens and Cape Canaveral (depending on how fast you drive). There is a Publix supermarket within a few mins drive to stock up on essentials and some good takeways and diners nearby.
All the bedrooms were of a good size and well furnished with plenty of storage space, the master suite was massive and my parents enjoyed the luxury of the huge ensuite and walk in closet.
The pool was regularly cleaned and a great place to sit out at night relaxing after a BBQ with a glass of wine.
We didnt use the games room much, it was a little hot without having aircon, but the rest of the house was lovely and cool.
"a great place to live on vacation" Claude aug 2010
it was the first time we rented a villa of our life and the experience was fantastic , linda give us a prompt response to every question we had before our arrival and for the villa it s wonderful a nice place to be and near all the orlando activities
"Wonderful Disney Vacation home" mcleam aug 2010
We found this villa to be very nicely equipped and furnished. We have stayed here twice and have booked a third visit. We have stayed at other Disney villas and by far find this the nicest. Quality furnishings, private pool setting (not too close to neighbors and plantins or privacy), and nicely stocked with towels, linens, dishes, and all of the extras. The owners are lovely to deal with and even include a nice welcome package of food staples and beer to get you started.
"All the comforts of home for adults and children alike!" lazzarro aug 2010
The home is beautiful and well maintained. The layout is very convenient and quite comfortable. My grandchildren loved the game room as did we all love the pool! It was in a great location for visiting Universal and Disney which incorporates our annual family trip as well as shopping for the house. The Brett Family is very accommodating in addressing your needs and the management is very efficient upon requests for any service. We look forward to return visits! What we liked least was leaving!
"Awesome Villa" maccaffries 2010
Villa Sirenia was an amazing and relaxing Vacation Destination for our Family Vacation in Davenport,Orlando.
The house was exactly as it looked in the pictures on the websites,But even better when there.Had all amenities required for an extended stay,even toys for the kids!.
Our Party 3 adults/2 Children with loads of room to spare.
Hit the Parks hard by Day,getting home to the Villa and pool was the only thing keeping us going.Dinners in were relaxing and then Board games a plenty.
Management team of Kevin and Debbie were great and very quick to respond and resolve 2 small issue's.
We will be Back!!!
Thanks...The Mc Caffreys july 2010
"Fantastic House" lisa july 2010
We stayed in Steve & Lynda's villa for two weeks in May and it was a wonderful experience. Location is great, no more than 20 minute drive to any park. The house is stunning and there is absolutely everything you could ever need and more provided. Anything we needed, we just had to have a look around and it was there. The Master bedroom is fabulous, absolutely huge and the girls will love the walk in wardrobe. My children loved their bedrooms, both had DVD & TVs so that was a real treat for them at the end of a busy day. The pool area is gorgeous and plenty of seats and loungers. You can see a lot of love and attention has gone into the house and it's absolutely spotless. The owners were a pleasure to deal with and they responded to any questions I had before the trip immediately. Highly recommend this villa, we had a truly great experience!
"everything you want and more besides" richards jul 2010
we are repeat visitors to this fabulous villa, convenient for attractions,restaurants,supermarkets etc. also convenient for I.4 we like to visit the gulf coast.the villa has everything you need and quality, i particularly like the 50inch plasma tv which as a bonus @ the time of year we tend to visit has fox soccer channel that features the main premeirship games!!.we also found the management company very pleasnt and easy to contact to sort out our enquiries
"Relaxing home away from home!" monette 2008
We have rented several homes in the Orlando area before finding this villa. Once we enjoyed everything that this home has to offer we don't stay anywhere else when visiting Florida. We have rented this home on three different occasions. Every stay we have found the home to be clean and well maintained. Each time we visited we found improvements to the home like an expanded games room, improved audio-visual equipment and more toys for the pool (that the kids love). The master suite is wonderful with the King-size bed and large on-suite. This home is perfect for one large family or two families travelling together.
"A memorable vacation" Nikki jul 2010
Having stayed in some fabulous hotels throughout the world, we chose a villa in Florida for a more intimate family holiday. I honestly expected to compromise on quality but I was overwhelmed by the level of comfort and facilities at the villa. The location was quiet yet very close to all amenities and Disney itself. The owners were extremely helpful before our trip and also when we were delayed due to the Volcanic ash. There wasn't a single thing which I could fault with the villa as it provided everything you could wish for. And the pool and jacuzzi...fabulous!
"Best house so far in Orlando!" kim, Jul 2010
The house was very nice. All the rooms are big in this house. We stayed at the house every morning by the pool - super fantastic!
We had a great stay and felt very at home, thanks for making our stay so special. Hopefully we'll be back soon.
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villa rental amenities
There are many excellent shops and restaurants within easy reach
(information and recommendations available on request).
Inside, you will find everything you need - towels, bed
linen and a hair drier in each bathroom. The villa is equipped as a
home away from home
There is a fully equipped kitchen, including microwave oven, fridge-
freezer (with ice maker), coffee maker, blender, a full range of
quality cookware and utensils etc. In a separate utility room, there
are a large washing machine and tumble drier that will make short
work of any laundry.
Other features include:
- * Xbox360 Kinect
- * High Speed wireless Internet Access
- * Local and international phone calls
- * Multi coloured pool lights
- * Large extended pool deck
- * Consevation view
- * Fully equipped Kitchen.
- * Cable TV and Dvd players in every bedroom
- * A large selection of DVDs and CDs
- * Surround sound DVD and HiFi CD player
- * Safe
- * Large BBQ grill
- * 8 foot Pool Table
- * 7 foot Air Hockey Table
- * High chair, crib, Stroller, Bed safety bars
- * Pool toys
- * PS2 and Games
- * Board Games
- * Hairdriers
- * Air-con
- * FREE Grocery/welcome pack available on request
activities and attractions in Orlando Central Florida
All the Orlando Theme Parks are close by, as are the fabulous
shopping opportunities that Orlando offers . The Gulf Coast and
Busch Gardens, Tampa are approximately 1 hour's drive. The Atlantic
Coast and Cape Canaveral are about 45 minutes. Champions Gate golf
course is just 5 minutes away.
vacation rental rates
These weekly rates include all taxes. Part weeks and cross seasons are charged pro rata.
Sept 1 - Oct 19, Nov 3 - Nov 23, Dec 1 - Dec 21
Oct 20 - Nov 2
Nov 24 - Nov 30
Dec 22 - Jan 1/14)
2 Jan-21 Feb,1 Nov- 21 Nov, 29 Nov - 19 Dec
17 Feb-30 Mar, 12 April-30 May, 30 Aug - 31 Oct,
31 May-28 Aug, 22 Nov - 28 Nov,
31 March -11 Apr, 20 Dec-1 Jan 16
Pool heating may be needed in winter months and is $22 (£13) per
Pool and spa heating is $30 (£18) per day
A 20% deposit is required to secure a booking.
A returnable Security Deposit $300 (£200) is asked for with the
final balance
Lynda Brett
accepted payment methods
Prior to paying a reservation deposit, always verify payment instructions by calling the phone number displayed on this listing page. By contacting the owner directly and paying by an approved method - credit card, paypal, check or bank transfer - your reservation payment will be protected up to $1,000.Learn more in our Security Center
Top things to do in Orlando
- theme parks
- restaurants
- shopping
- get a tan
- have fun
Top things to do on a budget
- swim and relax by a private pool
- visit the classic cars in kissimmee on a weekend evening
- surf at Cocoa Beach
- watch the dolphins at Ana Maria
- play tennis, ping pong, billiards.
Top things to do with a family
- Disney / Universal / Seaworld / busch gardens
- Visit Nasa
- watch the dolphins at Ana Maria island
- Airboat rides
- See the gators at Gatorland
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Thursday, July 17, 2014
I'll be tabling at this event in
Elgin Saturday, with loads of Kool Komix.
Come on by and meet Clifford the Big Red Dog!
"Comic Book Mania Convention will be held on July 19 at Gail Borden Public Library,
Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL. Hours are 10am-5pm; admission is FREE!
Meet in person the artists and writers of your favorite comics. Thousands of
comics for sale. Free facepainting for the kids. Wear a costume and
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At 11:00, writer Russell Lissau and artist Justin Castaneda will present "How to Make Comics". Learn all about the comics making process.
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Bring the kids to see our library-wide exhibit "Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog". If you are lucky, you may get to meet Clifford himself!
Bring your cameras and get your picture taken with your favorite super-heroes! Brought to you by We Are Cosplay!"
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Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Hi everyone,
Here's the trailer for the upcoming King-Cat movie, directed by Kilgore Books' Dan Stafford:
The movie will debut at SPX in September, and then I'll be traveling around the country screening it. Some of the tour dates have already been confirmed, and are listed here. Otherwise, check back for more info as it becomes available!
Also, check Dan's Blog, where he posts updates, outtakes, and other fun stuff.
John P.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Tablemates Zak Sally and Noah Van Sciver
So, my last big show until the fall -- CAKE 2014. In only its third year, CAKE feels like a well oiled and FUN comics festival. So many people make the trip out, and Chicago itself has such a remarkable comics scene, that the whole thing feels like a family reunion. Add to that the laid back Midwestern vibe and you've got a winner.
Saturday I spent a bunch of time wandering around and saying hi to people; Sunday I stayed at my table and when I was away I ran around quickly picking up great comics.
Noah with the illustrious Tony Millionaire
Victor "Bald Eagles" Cayro and Becca Kacanda
Millionaire, JP, and Mt. Baldy
When Tony stood up he kept going. Dude's like eight feet tall.
View of downtown from the rooftop deck
Mssrs. Chris Cilla and Onsmith
Lizz Hickey and Bill Kartalopoulos
Nils Balls
Nicole J. Georges earns her Comic Book Merit Badge
The great Keiler Roberts
Just a friendly tap on the horn from Aaron "#4" Renier and Jeremy Tinder
JP, Jessica Campbell, and a smilier AR
Billy Ireland's Sooper Awesome Caitlin McGurk
CAKE organizer and all-around bon vivant Max Morris
Greg Means (R) reminds Alec Longstreth what it felt like when the Blazers made it past the first round
The always charming MariNaomi
Nicole models the new King-Cat brand Muumuu
And last but not least, my roommate Twiggy
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Saturday, May 31, 2014
A few weekends ago, I finally finished the work for The Hospital Suite, so I had a chance to have some fun. On Saturday Stephanie and I went to our first meeting as members of the Badger Lapidary and Geological Society, followed by a fossil-hunting trip out to a few quarries in the Monroe, Wisconsin vicinity. We found a lot of old animals, including our first "Trilo-bits" (but no complete specimens). I figured I knew a good bit about Animals and Vegetables already, so it was time to learn some about Minerals. We've been going out and rockhounding for a few months, but this was my first time doing so with people who knew what they were doing, so it was plenty educational.
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When we started fossil-hunting a few months ago, it was very surprising to me that one could walk up to an average, ordinary rock outcropping and find old animals sitting there that are millions of years old.
When we started fossil-hunting a few months ago, it was very surprising to me that one could walk up to an average, ordinary rock outcropping and find old animals sitting there that are millions of years old.
Bivalve clam, found in chert
Clockwise from top: Some kind of gastropod (snail), snail, galena (silvery mineral), sphalerite (black mineral)
A nice big chunk of rock featuring some lovely "fossil hash" (what rockhounds call a hodgepodge mix of various fossils all grouped together). If you zoom in on the cephalopod hole in the lower left, you'll see it's filled with pyrite and sphalerite crystals. Pretty cool.
Gastropod in matrix
Fossil hash consisting mostly of brachiopods
Then, that Sunday we finally got to attend the Sand Bluff Bird Observatory's annual Bird Fest. Usually we're out of town that weekend, or just plain forget about it, or hear about it too late. This time we made it. It was great getting to be around a bunch of like-minded people, and to see these reclusive and somewhat small birds up close was remarkable. It almost gave me the shakes I was so excited.
White-eyed Vireo
(Vireo griseus)
Gray Catbird
(Dumatella carolinensis)
Brown-headed Cowbird (Female)
(Molothrus ater)
Common Yellowthroat
(Geothlypis trichas)
Nashville Warbler
(Vermivora ruficapilla)
Western Palm Warbler
(Setophaga palmarum palmarum)
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Saturday, May 24, 2014
US Route 30, between Valparaiso and Fort Wayne
The trip wasn't too bad, once I got out of Chicago. I made it to Ft. Wayne early enough Friday afternoon to quickly hit all the comics shops in town. I managed to pick up like ten 1970's Marvel Horror Comics that were on my list, and I was ridin' high.
Checked in to the hotel, and stayed up way too late talking about comics with Jim, Ed, and Tom, three hardcore comics enthusiasts.
Beautiful downtown Fort Wayne
Next day I got up early to set up for the show. The Con was held in a gorgeous new Events Center, right in the heart of downtown. Day One went well, met some cool people, including, for the first time-- Pete Bagge. Then I lurked around the Steranko table a bit checking out all his cool old memorabilia (old Marvel black light posters from 1973 etc). When I tried to take his picture he said "No Pictures!" and held up his hand. The guy has class.
Managed to rustle up six or seven more comics I was looking for, and had lunch at the King Gyros next door.
Spit and a Half table, Northeast Indiana Stylee
Saturday crowds
The Great and Honorable Peter Bagge
Ed Piskor and his Hip Hop Family Tree
Jim Rugg and fan
Cool old Steranko Star Trek poster
That night we all went to dinner downtown and sat at a long table-- Steranko held court at one end, and Bagge at the other. Two generations of Classic American Cartoonistes, wow. Got out of there and went back to the room where we stayed up too late talking about comics again.
Fort Wayne Skyline
In Search of: BREAKFAST
"This is the idea we could have rolled with from the beginning!"
Downtown Post Office
Grand Wayne Center, home of the Appleseed Con
Tom and Jim share a knowing glance, Day Two
Jim with just some of his amazing and prodigious output
(I bought a copy of the Black-Lite Barbarianess poster!)
Tom never stopped working, all weekend-long
Day Two was slower than Day One, but that only meant I got to shoot the breeze with cartoonists more, and dig through more longboxes. Afterwards, we all met up for a final calzone-fueled goodbye. The Con Fatigue miraculously wore off, and I realized how much fun it was just hanging out with these guys.
Then, the road home...
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Lucky us! Catlin Gabel has been selected by Oregon Business magazine as one of the 100 best nonprofits to work for in Oregon.
I received the following e-mail letter today:
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Einstein says we should stop.
A leading Bay Area columnist who writes a weekly tech article for the San Francisco Chronicle, David Einstein feels it's time to eliminate the ability of drivers in cars and trucks to carry on phone conversations while driving - even by using the legally allowed, hands-free bluetooth devices.
In his May 14 column published on Monday, Einstein is asked to recommend a bluetooth headset by a reader who wants to stay within the law, but also wants to talk while driving. Often in his columns, Einstein makes personal recommendations of specific items in the tech world, be it computers, routers, apps, or in this case, a bluetooth headset.
But Einstein pulls a abrupt u-turn and applies the brakes to this driver:
"Sorry. In the past, I've answered questions about hands-free calling while driving, which is mandated under the law in California and elsewhere. However, recent evidence suggests that hands-free calling may be just as dangerous as using a mobile phone the regular way.
In December, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended a nationwide ban on all mobile-phone use while driving, and I can't disagree. It's true that texting and dialing are the most distracting activities associated with mobile phones. But it's also hard to focus on the road while having a phone conversation. It isn't what's in your hand that causes accidents, it's what's in your head.
Hands-free advocates, including car companies that put the technology into new models, argue it's safer than holding a phone. But that doesn't mean it's safe. My advice: Keep the phone in your pocket or bag until you're parked."
Is Einstein correct, that it's what's in your head, and not your hand, that causes accidents? Have we been too liberal in creating laws that allow cell phone conversations in our vehicles? Are we so far down the road that we'll never be able to turn back?
Or, can the case be made that work efficiency for many increases with the ability to travel and talk. Think of the traveling salesperson; are they hindered if we remove their ability to talk to clients when driving to appointments?
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Hundreds of dogs have been rescued and a dozen people arrested following a multi-state dog fighting ring investigation that started in Auburn.
On Friday, authorities from Texas, Mississippi, Georgia and Alabama executed thirteen search warrants at sites housing badly abused animals and gambling events, authorities announced during a Monday press conference. Twelve people were arrested, including three from Auburn and Opelika.
Those facing charges are:
"These defendants were betting between $5,000 and $200,000 on one dog fight," says U.S. Attorney George L. Beck Jr.
"Those people who are on the fringe of it, who just attend these type of events are now realizing how serious this is looked at by law enforcement," says Auburn Police Chief Paul Register.
Those arrested have been indicted on felony dog fighting charges. If convicted, the defendants could face up to five years in prison.
Local authorities say dog fighting has been a problem in Lee County in the past, but they've never seen anything of this magnitude.
"We had some pretty serious activity in the Lee County area….we hope this will put a pretty big dent in it," says Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones.
The investigation started three years ago by the Auburn Police Department and resulted in the recovery of 367 dogs.
You can measure a man by the way he treats an animal and in this particular case these people had sinister purpose from Day 1," says Jones. "It is a great pleasure, quite frankly, for all of us in law enforcement to see these people arrested and taken to justice."
It's believed to be 2nd largest dog fighting raid in U.S. history, behind when authorities seized nearly 500 dogs in Missouri and four and surrounding states in 2009. That case became known as the "Missouri 500."
Officials with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Humane Society of the United States said the organizations are caring for the animals at undisclosed locations, and the animals will have to be kept as evidence while the case progresses. Eventually, they hope to retrain the dogs and get them new homes.
"They are finally getting a loving hand from responders who care for these dogs, but sadly there are many other dogs out there going through this type of abuse," ASPCA vice president Tim Rickey said.
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HBU offers a supervised walk-up lab available to all students. It is located in Atwood II, room 101. You must be a currently enrolled HBU student to use the computer lab. Guests and/or children are not allowed to accompany students into the lab.
MS-Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Internet connectivity
Special software requested by professors.
Covenant Fellows Program
This program requires application for admission. Applications are received each spring for the following academic year. Participants receive an annual scholarship. More details on criteria for involvement as well as aspects of the program are available on the website,
The purpose of the
Covenant Fellows Program
is to give students called to Christian ministry financial, personal and professional support as they further their undergraduate development into competent and holistically educated ministers/professors/missionaries. HBU covenants with our students and with local churches to provide educational and professional experiences that will prove beneficial to both those studying in the program and those churches supporting and employing our ministerial students. For more information contact
Tom Mosley
, University Minister at 281-649-3033.
All students are provided an HBU e-mail account once admitted to the university. This then becomes the main means of communicating official HBU business. It is imperative that students check their HBU e-mail on a routine basis.
Failure to read an email will not be an excuse for missing deadlines and other important expectations placed on students.
For assistance with e-mail, including directions on how to point your HBU e-mail to another e-mail account, contact the
ITS Help Desk
or call 281-649-3410.
Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid provides financial assistance information, advising, and help to students planning to enter and remain in the University. In order to establish the need of each applicant, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be submitted to the online at www.fafsa.ed.gov as soon as possible after January 1. HBU's school code for the FAFSA is 003576.
March 15 is the preferred deadline to submit the FAFSA and April 19 is the deadline for any additional documents required as a result of the FAFSA
. Forms for supplying the information necessary to secure financial assistance are available in the Financial Aid Office and also online in the
Financial Aid Forms Library
. All merit, talent, and off-campus scholarships are coordinated through the Financial Aid Office. For further information regarding the various aid programs, contact Financial Aid at 281-649-3749.
First & Second Year Experience (FYE)
The First & Second Year Experience Office at Houston Baptist University strives to help students identify the many ways in which they can be successful both personally and academically during their first year of college and beyond. The Office plans programs to help students develop a good foundation for learning, as well as leadership and involvement opportunities.The FYE Office is responsible for Welcome Days, a Peer Mentoring program, and much more.
The Husky family includes students' families because they are an important part of students' transition to college. The FYE Office wants extended family members to feel welcome and included in the HBU community and provides them opportunity to join the Parent & Family Association, where they can receive email updates on HBU events, newsletters, a Parent and Family Weekend, and opportunities to network. The FYE Office is located in MDA Student Center, Brown 294. For more information call 281-649-3652 or email
Fitness Center
The Bradshaw Fitness Center, located at 7731 Southwest Freeway, provides currently enrolled students the following:
Indoor Aquatics Center with 3 pools
lap pool - 25 yard, 4 lane
exercise pool
whirl pool
Fitness floor - 10,000 square feet, with cardiovascular and strength equipment
Group Exercise classes - both land and water
Fitness Camps and more
For additional information please visit
or contact
Student Life
Food Services
HBU dining services through ARAMARK Higher Education is here to meet your dining needs. You can find daily menus, including nutritional information; hours of operation for all our locations, and buy a meal plan by visiting our website at www.hbu.campusdish.com; or call us anytime at 281-649-3259.
Baugh Dining
Real Food on Campus (RFoC) offers fresh, healthy, and diverse options that are customized to meet your lifestyle needs. Our residential restaurant located on the first floor of the Baugh Center, is about more than your traditional all-you-can-eat dining program; it's about re¬inventing your entire residential dining experience. Our menu offerings include fresh produce, vegetarian options, breakfast waffles, exhibition cooking made-to-order, grill favorites, pizza and pasta, sandwiches, home-style options, and much much more! Utilize your all-you-care¬ to-eat meals per week/semester, cash, credit and debit cards and declining balance, all at the Baugh RFoC Residential Restaurant.
Java City
Located off the main lobby of the library. Relax and enjoy the aroma of Java City® Coffee or sip on a fresh fruit smoothie. We also offer grab-n-go sandwiches, fresh fruit cups, bagels, pastries, and more. Whether you're on the go or need to relax, stop by and enjoy some time with your friends. Use your declining balance or pay with cash or credit card.
Husky Express
Located in the first floor Hinton Center lobby (between Dillon 1 and 2) stop by and get your caffeine buzz, indulge in a salad or baked goodies, and enjoy wireless internet access. You can also use your declining balance dollars here as well.
P.O.D. Express (Provisions On Demand)
Located in the Husky Village Clubhouse. Health and beauty items, snacks, beverages, fresh sandwiches, salads and frozen food are available for purchase.
Opening Fall 2013 in M.D. Anderson Student Center. Accepts cash, credit cards and declining balance dollars.
HuskyNet is our web-based interface found in the HBU Portal (
) used by students to check and update their personal information (addresses, phone numbers, etc.) or to access various tools, such as registration and add/drop classes, advising, view academic status, class schedules, grades, non-official transcripts, view financial account information and accept/decline financial aid awards, and more. The majority of students, faculty and staff will have most of their needs met through these self-service tools. For complete information on all of the services available through Information Technology Services go to
ID Cards
At the initial HBU enrollment, each student receives an ID card with the student's Huskynet number (H#). If lost, a replacement ID card will cost $10. The student ID card is used in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to 1) library resource checkout, 2) dining services (meal plan or declining balance), 3) University Bookstore book buy-back, 4) services at the Student Health Clinic, 5) attendance at Convocation and other Community Life and Worship Events, 6) Bradshaw Fitness Center access, 7) Hodo Residence College resident access, and 8) admission to HBU regular season home athletic events. Upon request, students must furnish satisfactory identification to University staff, faculty members, administrative officials, and/or police officers. The Student ID card is the official means of identification and should be carried at all times when on campus. Falsification or misuse of this card is considered a violation of University policy.
The Moody Library is designed, staffed, and operated in order to provide resource materials and research assistance for students, faculty, and staff. The library contains approximately 300,000 books, e-books, and other items and subscribes to or provides electronic access to over 78,000 periodicals.
Hours: The library is open 83.5 hours per week.
7:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays in Summer Term.
Holiday schedules will be posted. The library is not open during Christmas break. For more information call 281-649-3304 or visit the University's website at
Borrowing Privileges -
Circulating books can be kept for a period of three weeks. To check out books, students must present a current HBU I.D. card. Books can be renewed twice if no one else needs them and must be returned to the library for renewal. Patrons can place holds on materials that are checked out.
The automated circulation system sends notices of overdue materials via e-mail. Fines for overdue books are 25 cents per day per book and $5 per day for reserve materials. Unpaid fines and unreturned books can affect registration, receipt of grades, etc.
Reference Service
- Professional librarians are on duty at the reference desk most hours the library is open. They are available to assist students in the use of the electronic catalog, periodical indexes, reference books and electronic databases, including the Internet.
When faculty members make appointments, the librarians can provide group instruction in the effective use of library resources. Open orientations are also available.
Reserve Books
-Faculty members place heavily-used books on reserve at the circulation desk. Reserve check-out periods range from two hours to one week.
Non-Book Materials
- The library maintains collections of CDs, cassette tapes, phonograph records, DVDs, and VHS tapes. CDs must be used in the library. All other non-book materials can be checked out for varying time periods.
Off-Campus Resources -
The Houston Public Library issues cards to Houston Baptist University students valid at the Central Library and other branches. The nearest branches to Houston Baptist University are located at Fondren and Clarewood and Augusta at Westheimer.
HBU students are eligible for TexShare cards which allow them to check out library materials from any participating Texas library. All branches of the University of Houston, the University of St. Thomas, and Texas Southern University participate in the TexShare program. Rice University does not.
Interlibrary loans are available for research materials not located in the University library. Apply at the Reference Desk.
-The library provides three photocopy machines. Patrons can use coins (15¢ per 8 1/2" x 11" or 20¢ per 11" x 17") or declining balance cards, available at the circulation desk. The cards provide substantial savings. The library does not provide change.
- Most of the computers in the library require a student log-in and password and are loaded with the same software as computers in the computer labs. Reference librarians are available to assist students in the use of library databases and other library-related online materials. A few computers are provided for the use of the general public and do not require a log-in.
Lost and Found
All lost and found items are to be taken to or retrieved from the Student Life Office, located on 2nd floor of M.D. Anderson Student Center (Brown 281). Items will be held for only 30 days.
The Morris Cultural Arts Center at Houston Baptist University houses three (3) museums which are open to the community and are free for HBU students. The 3 museums are open Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., except on University holidays:
Dunham Bible Museum
Holding one of the most extensive collections of rare Bibles in the nation, the
Dunham Bible Museum
's exhibits include ancient manuscripts, medieval scriptures, a working Gutenberg-style printing press, some of the first Bibles printed in America and even some of the earliest Bibles printed in the English language -- all creatively displayed to show the Bible's history and impact on civilization and culture. CLW points are available for viewing and answering questions about the Dunham Bible Museum exhibits.
Museum of American Architecture and Decorative Arts
Showcasing Texas between 1830 and 1930, the
Museum of American Architecture and Decorative Arts
features household furnishings and decroative arts from the days when Houston was merely a frontier settlement.
Museum of Southern History
A window into the South during the mid-1800's, the
Museum of Southern History
showcases room settings, clothing, fine furnishings, uniforms, tools and weapons that give visitors a sense of how settlers rebuilt their lives after the Civil War.
Music Performance Opportunities
Students who sing or play are encouraged to participate in one of many musical ensembles at HBU. Schola Cantorum and University Singers are by audition with Dr. Yarrington, 281-649-3027. There are participation scholarships for both groups if one qualifies. There is also opportunity to sing in either the Men's or the Women's Glee Clubs, both meeting on Tuesday afternoons once a week for 30 minutes. Students who play musical instruments and would like to participate in the HBU Band are encouraged to contact Patrick Moore in the Music Office, 281-649-3338.
Student Health Insurance
Students are encouraged, but not required, to be covered by a health insurance plan. Visit
for more information.
Student Health Services
Basic health services are provided in the Health Clinic, which is located in Hodo Residence College 102.
The purpose of HBU's
Student Health Services
is to promote the wellness of the campus community through health education and provision of basic health care services.
Hours of Service
The clinic will open September 3, 2013.
2013-2014 Clinic Hours
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Clinic is open during fall and spring semesters when class is in session.
The clinic is not open during finals, holidays, summer terms and semester breaks.
The last patient will be seen at 15 minutes prior to the scheduled closing time. Clinic staff will be available to see students on a first-come, first-serve basis. Non-emergency visits to the Student Health Center should be made at times that do not conflict with the student's class schedule.
HBU's Student Health Service is staffed by licensed medical personnel: family nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and a family practice physician. All health service personnel are under the supervision of the Vice President of Student Life.
Clinic Services
Students are expected to present a valid HBU student ID card in order to qualify for services. A nominal fee will be assessed for services rendered. The current fee schedule is posted outside the Student Health Services Office and is subject to change. Services include, but are not limited to:
Comprehensive physical examination
Flu shot administration (in season)
Immunizations and tuberculosis (TB) screening
Administration of allergy shots as requested
Office visits for basic health care
Health education
Facilitation of referrals
Financial Responsibility for Health Care
The student is responsible for the payment of all financial obligations incurred for health care. Fees for services are posted outside the clinic and on
HBU Health Clinic website
and are subject to change. Charges for health services will be applied to the student's Huskynet account.
Release of Records
A student must sign a formal "release of records" and pay a nominal copying fee to cover cost of materials and postage prior to any release of records, charts, or reports. To maintain confidentiality, records will be released only to the patient. A current driver's license is required to verify identification. Telephone requests for out-of-town students may be completed after the student faxes his/her signature and request in writing.
Note: Contact the Office of the Registrar regarding meningitis vaccine records.
Accidents or Injuries
In the event of an accident resulting in injury, the University Police should be promptly notified at ext. 3911. This will help ensure maximum protection for students. All accidents and injuries will be handled according to the University Police's Medical Emergency Policy.
Student Publications
Houston Baptist University Media Guidelines
Houston Baptist University, acting through its Board of Trustees and its president, is the official publisher of all student publications, whether in traditional print or web format. All publications, print or web, representing or bearing the name of Houston Baptist University are expected to advance ideals in keeping with the principles of this Christian university, its Preamble, mission, and vision statement. Editors of student publications are expected to ensure that their publications uphold these same standards. In their roles as editors, students are also expected to exercise good taste, high ideals, and fair-mindedness.
Testing Services
Testing Services seeks to provide a secure, professional, supervised testing environment to meet individual, University, and community assessment needs. Institutional testing is currently offered for the following exams:
Reading Proficiency (Pre-THEA)
THEA Quick Test
ACT Residual
Computer Proficiency Exam (contact: HBU helpdesk for assistance)
Math Placement Tests (contact:
Spanish Placement Tests (contact:
For information about exams and online registration and payment, visit
. HBU Testing Services also offers Individual Proctoring services and administers Saturday exams for some SAT test administrations. Contact
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Tufts Animal Care and Condition Scales
The Tufts Animal Care and Condition (TACC) Scales were developed in 1997 by Dr. Gary Patronek, with assistance from Lori Donley, MS '97, the Fort Wayne Dept. of Animal Care and Control, and the Law Enforcement Division of the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to help cruelty investigators and veterinarians assess cases of animal abuse or neglect that are primarily related to husbandry, as opposed to deliberate acts of cruelty.
Myths and Facts about Canine Parvovirus '2c'
This article explores the facts and myths about Canine Parvovirus (CPV) strain 2c.
May 1, 2014
A Vaccination Education
Vaccines play a central role in keeping animals--especially those in shelters and foster care--safe from the spread of potentially deadly disease. But lately vaccines have face greater scrutiny, and their necessity has sometimes been called into question. Learn to separate the myths from the facts so your organization can make informed decisions about who, when, and how to vaccinate.
January 1, 2014
Canine and Feline Parvovirus: What You Need to Know
Separate fact from fiction regarding canine parvovirus and feline panleukopenia.
September 1, 2013
Keeping Golden Years Golden
Shelter staff need to be able to recognize and respond to the unique needs of senior shelter cats so that they can provide aging felines with the best possible care and a promising chance to find new homes.
May 1, 2013
When the Runs Hit Your Runs
Diarrhea is unpleasant to deal with and can signal serious health issues for a shelter population. We offer advice on how to prevent diarrhea and, when it does occur, diagnose the causes and appropriately care for sick animals.
January 1, 2013
Returning Healthy Feral Cats
Trap-neuter-return is widely accepted in many communities, but what are the best practices for ensuring that the cats' capture, surgeries, and recovery are done in the most humane and healthy way possible? Find out here.
October 10, 2012
Articles from Veterinary Technician Journal
Articles on caring for feral cats in clinics, educating cat owners, and more, by HSUS's own Nancy Peterson, Cat Programs Manager.
October 4, 2012
PetSmart Charities Webinars and Resources
PetSmart Charities provides access to webinars on a variety of animal welfare-related topics, links to animal-welfare presentations, conference materials, as well as links to governmental forms helpful for nonprofits.
October 4, 2012
American College of Animal Welfare
The American College of Animal Welfare (ACAW) is now an AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organization.


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While Apple has yet to bring native wireless charging to its lineup of iOS mobile devices, vendors at International CES were out in force this week claiming to have the first chargers for the iPhone 5, iPhone 4 and 4S models.
The vendors, WiTricity and ConvenientPower, announced iPhone sleeves that enable the smartphones to receive voltage by being placed on charging pads.
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ConvenientPower created a sleeve based on the Qi standard (pronounced "chee") for both the iPhone 5 and iPhone 4 models. WiTricity created a sleeve for the iPhone 5 only.
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) also announced a next generation of its Qi charging standard that allows multiple devices to be charged on a pad as well as charged through solid objects, such as a tabletop.
Previously, the Qi wireless charging standard used "tightly" coupled inductive charging, which required enabled mobile devices to be placed in a specific space on a charging pad. The device could not be moved once charging began.
For consumers, the new Qi "resonant extension" will allow more loosely coupled charging with higher efficiency and at a lower radio frequency interference, which means it will be possible to charge without worrying about the exact position of their devices so they can charge anywhere.
The WPC demonstrated examples of the new magnetic resonance extension technology with products from ConvenientPower and PowerbyProxi along with the newest Qi-compatible wireless charging products and prototypes from Devant, Haier, Leggett & Platt, Nokia, Samsung, Texas Instruments and others.
Texas Instruments is supplying the chip technology that regulates the Qi wireless power and makes the electronic "handshake" between pad and mobile device.
There are now more than 400 Qi-enabled devices, including mobile phones, such as the Samsung Galaxy S4 and S3, Nokia Lumia 1020, LG G2, Motorola Droid Maxx and Mini and the Google Nexus 5 phone and Nexus 7 tablet.
John Perzow, vice president of market development for the WPC, demonstrated how the new pads could charge multiple mobile devices. He then held the charging pad under a table and placed an enabled smartphone on the table top. The phone began to charge.
WPC's magnetic resonant charging allows power to travel about 18mm, or about three-quarters of an inch. However, the efficiency of the charge is reduced to about 65 percent, Perzow said.
The extension to the Qi standard is backward compatible to the 1.1 specification, meaning about 40 million Qi-enabled mobile devices that are already in the hands of consumers can use the new charging pads, Perzow said.
Wireless charging company WiTricity demonstrates a new power charging device that can recharge multiple iPhone 5 units without needing a specific charging location.
WiTricity's CEO Eric Giler scoffed at WPC's claims of resonance charging.


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Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus Sales Associate Interview Questions & Reviews
Interview Experience
Interview Experience
Getting an Interview
Getting an Interview
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21 Candidate Interview Reviews Back to all interviewsSort: Popular Date Difficulty
Sales Associate Interview
I interviewed in-person. The process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in January 2014.
Applied in person and received a call for an inperson interview with hr director and department manager shortly after. Simple retail oriented interview quetions. There was no room for negotiation as the position is commission based salary
- What would you do if customer wanted an item we did not have? View Answer
Other Interview Reviews for Neiman Marcus
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed in-person. The process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in June 2012.Interview Details
great aptitude test, great personalized one on one trainingInterview Questions
Negotiation Detailswhat they offered versus what I wanted and what I was able to perform at that time.Accepted OfferPositive ExperienceAverage Interview
- I was okay just be yourself and be engaged when speaking and listening Answer Question
1 person found this helpful
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed online. The process took 1 week - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in September 2013.Interview Details
It was very good. Very enthusiastic and positive. Was an extremely positive process. I interviewed with a lady first who asked me general questions on my experience and she gave me a few scenarios regarding retail and customer service, then I had an immediate 2nd interview with the HR manager who talked with me for about 40 minutes. Mainly an engaging conversation on generalInterview Questions
No OfferPositive ExperienceAverage Interview
- I was generally confident with the questions. Answer Question
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed online. The process took 5 days - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in October 2013.Interview Details
Applied Online, got a call back a few days later. Had a one on one interview with the HR department. He was a bit in a hurry right when i got there so that made me even more nervous. He asked me about 3 simple questions and asked if i had any questions for him, so i asked about the company. He then asked me my availability which was Full time. He then again asked me if i had any other questions for him. I did asked him a final question, he answered then AGAIN asked if i had any other questions for him.. Wait? i thought I was being interviewed! After i said no, he answered all my concerns he then stood up and said "Alright thank you." I was very very shocked. Grabbed my stuff and told him to have a great day. Even if i got i call back, i think i would have declined considering how i was treated.Interview Questions
No OfferNegative ExperienceAverage Interview
- If i had any questions for HIM. Answer Question
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed online - interviewed at Neiman Marcus.Interview Details
I applied online and was called less than a week later. At this time I was asked several questions over the phone about my experience. I was then invited for an in person interview, which actually consisted of 3 interviews (one with the assistant HR manager, one with HR manager, and finally an interview with the department manager). I was offered the position on the spot.Interview Questions
Negotiation DetailsAll associates are on draw vs. commission, so there isn't much to negotiate. Each department you sell from has it's own percentage that you will receive from that sale (cosmetics 9%, jewelry 7.5%, shoes 9%, etc).Accepted OfferPositive ExperienceAverage Interview
- None of the questions were terribly hard. Mostly what would you do in so and so situation and personality type questions. They know lots of issues come up with commission environments and want to know how you would handle situations where say your co-worker takes your sale. View Answer
1 person found this helpful
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed online. The process took 1 week - interviewed at Neiman Marcus.Interview Details
Unprofessional interview. I was disappointed for such a big company, especially Neiman Marcus. I expected a class act and their interview process was not good. They called me over the phone and scheduled an interview. I drove an hour to get to the interview and then they called me just 20 minutes before my scheduled interview time and said they had to reschedule. I was sitting in the parking lot, well dressed and well prepared, waiting to go in when they called so I was already frustrated with them. We rescheduled for a couple of days later. When I finally got to the interview, the woman who interviewed me was constantly excusing herself and at one point asked me to wait in the lobby. I think in half an hour we started and stopped the interview at least three or four times. She hardly asked me much of anything, and she seemed like she just wanted to wrap it up and get out of there. At this point I just was not impressed and was not interested in working there.Interview Questions
No OfferNegative ExperienceAverage Interview
- I really don't think there were any difficult questions at all. I expected the interview to be more in depth. I also was not able to ask the questions I wanted answered because she was in a hurry to wrap it up. Answer Question
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed in-person - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in January 2013.Interview Details
First a simple phone interview and then two more in-person interviews which were fun and conversational. Had to take a drug test and the results took long.Interview Questions
Negotiation DetailsThere was no negotiation because they are budgeted.Accepted OfferPositive ExperienceEasy Interview
- Most dificult question would be "what would you bring to the store?" Answer Question
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed through an employee referral. The process took 2+ weeks - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in February 2012.Interview Details
was fine. People who interviewing are usually nice and profeccional. Although they still make an impression that you will have a good money working for Neiman. It looks like you have all the opportunity to sell as much as you can and have a good money for comission. In reality it doesnt look that sunny. I ended up with no more then 1300 a month, working a lot and being super tired after every working day. Important thing is also which department you will get into. I was not lucky, so, may be other people in the store have a better chance to make their money in Neiman. Dress department just is not that placeInterview Questions
Negotiation Detailsthere is no negotiations, jus comission based payAccepted OfferNeutral ExperienceAverage Interview
- Return policy. No matter how hard you worked to make a sale, when people return it - they took it back from your comissions. So, you can never know how much you get in return and how much money you can count on. Which is not fare I think Answer Question
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Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed online. The process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in August 2010.Interview Details
Once you get through the way-out-of-date online application, you'll hopefully hear from HR. You'll have a mini interview w HR and, then, the dept manager will interview you. Usually you will have a second interview if they are interested. Talk about how you will treat it as your own business and how much you love building trusting realtionships & being goal-oriented.
You do not have to have sales experience. There were multiple sales associates that did not get have experience & did well.Interview Questions
Negotiation DetailsNone. It's 100% commission. You can make a lot of money, but if you don't reach your goals they let you go after a season or two. It doesn't matter how long you have been there. 20 years... doesn't matter. Unless, you are in the top sellers group (over $700K/year). Then, you are exempt from being let go due to goals. However, they are under extreme pressure to keep their numbers up over last year.
- All questions are typical interview questions. Tell me about a time...How do you think you can build a great clientbase? There are a lot of sales people that have been here a long time...how will you compete? Btw it is 100% commision, so be ready. Tell them follow-up emails, sending text-pics of outfits, looking at their deptartmental spending to see where you can sell them more (Ex) they are buying in designer jewlery too, so try to suggest a nice necklace. Answer Question
A lot of it depends on if it's a new or old store. If it's a new store, then there are a lot more customers that are not already commited to a sales associate. Also, if you are in a market where there are a lot of international customers that is great, especially if you speak Spanish.Accepted OfferNeutral ExperienceEasy Interview
Sales Associate InterviewApplication Details
I interviewed online - interviewed at Neiman Marcus in April 2013.Interview Details
I did not have any sales experience, but anyway they called me. The interview went fine. They should not have wasted my time; even though, they knew I did not have retail (specially high end) experience... I felt like I was just a number to fill in to look like HR doing their job.Interview Questions
No OfferNegative ExperienceAverage Interview
- basic questions like what your previous employers would say about you. How would you approach an upset customer? whos your favorite designer? Why neiman marcus? Whats your career goal? Any questions from me? It lasted about 30 mins. Answer Question
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