Retail Store Manager Duluth Trading CompanyRetail Store ManagerSaint Paul, MN$70,313–$84,375From ingenious Duluth workwear, to comfortably capable Buck Naked Underwear, to outside-embracing AKHG, it’s all about the innovative gear and gadgets that equip customers for a more hands-on way of life. Top-notch quality, immersive storytelling, outstanding customer service, and the shared belief that the go-all-in-and-dig-deep spirit exists with everyone are what sets Duluth Trading Co. apart.
Retail Customer Service Associate FedExRetail Customer Service AssociateCoon Rapids, Minnesota$18.35–$21.57 / hourFull timeThe Store Consultant will operate and maintain a wide variety of equipment, move boxes and equipment, stock materials, manage the production queue and output, manage complex projects, manage retail supply, and complete assigned tasks based on priority. The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers, utilizing consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives and provide solutions.
FT Associate TJ MaxxFT AssociateBemidji, MN$12–$12.50 / hourResponsible for delivering a highly satisfied customer experience proven by engaging and interacting with all customers, embodying customer experience principles and philosophy, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Accurately rings customer purchases/returns and counts change back to customer according to established operating procedures.
pt time associate TJ Maxxpt time associateBemidji, MN$14.50–$15 / hourResponsible for delivering a highly satisfied customer experience proven by engaging and interacting with all customers, embodying customer experience principles and philosophy, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Accurately rings customer purchases/returns and counts change back to customer according to established operating procedures.
Merch Associates MarshallsMerch AssociatesLakeville, MN$15–$15.50 / hourResponsible for delivering a highly satisfied customer experience proven by engaging and interacting with all customers, embodying customer experience principles and philosophy, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Accurately rings customer purchases/returns and counts change back to customer according to established operating procedures.
Marshalls Richfield PT Associate MarshallsMarshalls Richfield PT AssociateRichfield, MN$15–$15.50 / hourResponsible for delivering a highly satisfied customer experience proven by engaging and interacting with all customers, embodying customer experience principles and philosophy, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Accurately rings customer purchases/returns and counts change back to customer according to established operating procedures.
Sales Associate - Spirit Spencer Gifts - Spirit HalloweenSales Associate - SpiritNorth Branch, MN$14–$14.25 / hourThe Sales Associate will support the Store Management Team by generating sales, sign waving, general housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, POS operations and loss prevention. The physical demands of the job require climbing ladders, setting up fixtures, lifting/moving up to 50 pounds and may require 8 hours of standing/walking.
Sales Associate - Spencer's Spencer Gifts - Spirit HalloweenSales Associate - Spencer'sDuluth, MN$11.41–$11.66 / hourPart timeThe Sales Associate will support the Store Management Team by generating sales, conducting housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, POS operations and loss prevention in adherence to all Company policies and procedures. The physical demands of the job require climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds and may require 8 hours of standing/walking.
NewCoordinator MarshallsCoordinatorHutchinson, MN$15.50–$16 / hourCommunicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates when setting and addressing priorities; provides progress updates. Ensures an excellent customer experience by engaging and interacting with all customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store.
NewWomen's Coordinator MarshallsWomen's CoordinatorVadnais Heights, MN$16–$16.50 / hourCommunicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates when setting and addressing priorities; provides progress updates. Ensures an excellent customer experience by engaging and interacting with all customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store.
Merchandise Coordinator HomeGoodsMerchandise CoordinatorPlymouth, MN$16–$16.50 / hourCommunicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates when setting and addressing priorities; provides progress updates. Ensures an excellent customer experience by engaging and interacting with all customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store.
GC Retail Sales Associate Store 393 NEW Guitar Center IncGC Retail Sales Associate Store 393 NEWMaple Grove, MN$11.41–$17.12 / hourresponse'':, ''status'': True, ''status_code'': 200, ''content'': ''nnnn n n n nnn n n nn n nn n n nn n nn nn n n nn n n n n nn n nn n n n n n nn nn nn GC Retail Sales Associate Store 393 in Maple Grove, Minnesota, United Statesnn n n n n n n n n n n n nn n n n nn n n n n n n n n n n nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn n n n n n n n n n n n n rnrnrnn n nn Skip to main contentn n. Customer Engagement: Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear to make those dreams come true.
GC Retail Sales Associate Store 339 NEW Guitar Center IncGC Retail Sales Associate Store 339 NEWRoseville, MN$11.41–$17.12 / hourCustomer Engagement: Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear to make those dreams come true. Product Knowledge: Be the product expert, keeping up with the latest trends and features to help customers make informed decisions.
GC Retail Sales Associate Store 394 NEW Guitar Center IncGC Retail Sales Associate Store 394 NEWOakdale, MN$11.41–$17.12 / hourCustomer Engagement: Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear to make those dreams come true. Product Knowledge: Be the product expert, keeping up with the latest trends and features to help customers make informed decisions.
GC Retail Sales Associate Store 393 Guitar CenterGC Retail Sales Associate Store 393Maple Grove, MN$11.41–$17.12 / hourCustomer Engagement: Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear to make those dreams come true. The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors.
GC Retail Sales Associate Store 392 Guitar CenterGC Retail Sales Associate Store 392Bloomington, MN$11.41–$17.12 / hourCustomer Engagement: Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear to make those dreams come true. The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors.
Retail Part Time Store Associate Office DepotRetail Part Time Store AssociateApple Valley, MN$14–$16 / hourAbout The ODP Group : The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. . Print and Tech Expertise: Works to continually develop personal selling skills and product knowledge through sales and service tools provided which includes successful completion, at minimum, of Tech, Print, and other applicable training.
Retail Part Time Sr. Store Associate Office DepotRetail Part Time Sr. Store AssociateDuluth, MN$16–$17.50 / hourAbout The ODP Group : The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. . Print and Tech Expertise: Works to continually develop personal selling skills and product knowledge through sales and service tools provided which includes successful completion and comprehension of an advanced level of Print and Technology training, as well as any other applicable training.
Retail Associate-Minnesota Vikings Stadium Team Store Fanatics IncRetail Associate-Minnesota Vikings Stadium Team StoreMinneapolis, MN$15.97–$18.10 / hourFanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet.
Retail Associate-University of Minnesota Team Store Fanatics IncRetail Associate-University of Minnesota Team StoreMinneapolis, MN$15.97–$18.10 / hourFanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet.
Retail Associate-Minnesota Vikings Mall Of America Team Store Fanatics IncRetail Associate-Minnesota Vikings Mall Of America Team StoreMinneapolis, MN$15.97–$18.10 / hourFanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet.
Retail Associate-Minnesota Timberwolves Team Store Fanatics IncRetail Associate-Minnesota Timberwolves Team StoreMinneapolis, MN$15.97–$18.10 / hourFanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet.
NewMobile Associate, Store in Store - Retail Sales T-Mobile US IncMobile Associate, Store in Store - Retail SalesMaple Grove, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
NewMobile Associate, Store-in-Store - Retail Sales T-Mobile US IncMobile Associate, Store-in-Store - Retail SalesMaple Grove, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
NewMobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Retail Sales T-Mobile US IncMobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Retail SalesEden Prairie, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store-In-Store - Retail Sales T-Mobile USA, Inc.Mobile Associate, Store-In-Store - Retail SalesBloomington, MNPreferred) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Coaching (Required) Communication (Required) Consultative Selling (Required) Customer Communications (Required) Customer Education (Required) Customer Engagement (Required) Customer Needs Identification (Required) Customer Referrals (Required) Customer Satisfaction Management (Required) Customer Service (Required) Leadership (Required) Product Knowledge (Required) Relationship Building (Required) Sales (Required) Sales Prospecting (Required) Sales Techniques (Required) At least 18 years of age Legally authorized to work in the United States Travel: Travel Required (Yes/No): No DOT Regulated: DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No Hourly Base Pay: $19.50, plus $5.00 per hour training pay. ### Minimum Education Required High School Diploma or Equivalent ### Minimum Experience Required None ### Shift First (Day) ### Number of Openings 1 ### Public Transportation Accessible Yes ### Veterans Encouraged to Apply No ### Physical Required Yes ### Drug Test Required Yes ### Compensation $11.41 / Hourly ### Postal Code 55420 ### Job Type Part Time ### Place of Work On-site ### Requisition ID REQ356559 ### Job Benefits Not specified
Mobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Bilingual Preferred - Retail Sales T-Mobile US IncMobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Bilingual Preferred - Retail SalesBloomington, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store-In-Store - Retail Sales T-Mobile US IncMobile Associate, Store-In-Store - Retail SalesBloomington, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store in Store | Retail Sales T-Mobile US IncMobile Associate, Store in Store | Retail SalesMaple Grove, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Retail Part Time Store Associate The ODP CorpRetail Part Time Store AssociateWoodbury, MNThe ODP Corporation is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Works to continually develop personal selling skills and product knowledge through sales and service tools provided, which includes successful completion, at minimum, of Tech, Print, and other applicable training.
NEW STORE OPENING! Retail Associate Store Manager - Head of Visual Merchandising & Product, Maple Grove MN L.L. Bean IncNEW STORE OPENING! Retail Associate Store Manager - Head of Visual Merchandising & Product, Maple Grove MNMaple Grove, MN$58,100–$72,000 / yearPosition Purpose: In partnership with the Store Manager, oversees all store operations, ensures flawless execution of multi-channel service initiative, recruits, hires, trains and develops talent. Fosters an inclusive work environment by seeking team members' perspectives, actively listening to others' opinions and experiences, and modeling and encouraging respectful communication among the team.
GC Retail Operations Associate Store 394 Guitar CenterGC Retail Operations Associate Store 394Oakdale, MN$11.83–$17.75 / hourA few special characteristics that make our Operations Associates successful: Collaboration: Able to develop cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music.
NewMobile Associate, Store in Store - Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store in Store - Retail SalesSaint Paul, MNBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
NewMobile Associate, Store-in-Store - Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store-in-Store - Retail SalesMaple Grove, MinnesotaBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store in Store | Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store in Store | Retail SalesMaple Grove, MinnesotaBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
NewMobile Associate, Store-in-store - Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store-in-store - Retail SalesOtsego, MinnesotaBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store-In-Store - Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store-In-Store - Retail SalesBloomington, MinnesotaBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Retail SalesEagan, MinnesotaBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Mobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Bilingual Preferred - Retail Sales T-MobileMobile Associate, Store-in-Store, Bilingual Preferred - Retail SalesBloomington, MinnesotaBy recommending wireless solutions, and an onboarding solution centric to helping customers understand how to self-serve and utilize the T-Mobile app for wireless needs, you will deepen relationships with customers and ensure their satisfaction. Mobile Associate SiS, exceed their performance targets Doing it the Right Way, by excelling in sales, providing exceptional customer experiences, and meeting quality of sale metrics.
Retail Store Associate Savers / Value VillageRetail Store AssociateRochester, MN$15.50–$20.42 / hourWe purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. Summary & Positions: At Savers / Value Village our Retail Store Associates create an awesome experience for our Customers, Donors and other Team Members.
Retail Part Time Sr. Store Associate The ODP CorpRetail Part Time Sr. Store AssociateMNAbout The ODP Group: The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Print and Tech Expertise: Works to continually develop personal selling skills and product knowledge through sales and service tools provided which includes successful completion and comprehension of an advanced level of Print and Technology training, as well as any other applicable training.
NewRetail Part Time Store Associate The ODP CorporationRetail Part Time Store AssociateSaint Paul, MNClient focused, positive and engaging, action oriented, demonstrates a passion for the brand, products, services, and solutionsAbout The ODP Corporation: The ODP Corporation is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Primary Responsibilities:* Customer Centric Experience:* Supports a positive customer-centric experience by proactively acknowledging and engaging every customer.* Utilizes and understands the selling program to promote the sale of the best solution as well as additional products and/or services.* Maintains awareness of planned advertisements, promotions, and sales and loyalty programs.*
P/T Retail Store Associate - Albertville Premium, 6145, Albertville, MN adidas AGP/T Retail Store Associate - Albertville Premium, 6145, Albertville, MNMNThe core expectations include utilizing expertise and experience to; serve and sell to customers and achieving operational excellence, flawlessly execute store operations when responsible for product flow to and from sales floor and/or cashier procedures. Completes sales transactions quickly and accurately while adhering to cash protection procedures Uses selling expertise to maximize opportunities at the cash desk to create add-on sales and build customer loyalty.
Part-Time Retail Store Cleaning Associate Marshalls of Richfield MNPart-Time Retail Store Cleaning AssociateRoseville, MinnesotaResponsibilities include the operation of the scrubber and buffer, dust mopping, damp mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and spot cleaning glass and windows. Adheres to all company policies concerning Health and Safety (includes the refilling of all essential items in the Lounge, Restrooms and Front End).
New Store Retail Associate Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.New Store Retail AssociateHutchinson, MN$14–$14.50 / hourThis role focuses on merchandising, stocking, fixture setup, and overall store readiness, with customer service and store operations support as the store opens. Position Overview: The New Store Retail Associate supports the setup, preparation, and opening of new store locations.
Retail Associate - New Store Opening Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.Retail Associate - New Store OpeningMNWe've been around for 43 years and are one of the fastest-growing retailers in the U.S. With 675+ stores across 36 states, everything we do is built on one simple idea: real brand-name products at up to 70% off. It's how we show up every day: working hard, helping each other, treating people right, and making shopping at Ollie's feel fun, friendly, and worth the trip.
P/T Retail Store Associate - Twin Cities, 6266, Eagan, MN adidas AGP/T Retail Store Associate - Twin Cities, 6266, Eagan, MNEagan, MNadidas offers Part-Time employees working between 20-29 hours per week a robust and progressive medical plan, including HSA (Health Savings Account) prescription drug coverage and fertility support. Creators find inspiration in unlikely places, look at the world in their own unique way, are confident and have an uncanny ability to connect dots that others just don't see.
P/T Retail Store Associate - Twin Cities, 6231, Eagan, MN adidas AGP/T Retail Store Associate - Twin Cities, 6231, Eagan, MNEagan, MNadidas offers Part-Time employees working between 20-29 hours per week a robust and progressive medical plan, including HSA (Health Savings Account) prescription drug coverage and fertility support. Creators find inspiration in unlikely places, look at the world in their own unique way, are confident and have an uncanny ability to connect dots that others just don't see.
Retail Associate - Hourly - Stores Fossil Group IncRetail Associate - Hourly - StoresEagan, MNAt Fossil Group, we offer: Comprehensive benefits supporting health, well-being, and future planning Paid time off and leave programs for lifes important moments Opportunities for growth, learning, and development Employee product discounts. We are committed to long-term value creation driven by technology and our core values: Authenticity Grit Curiosity Humor Impact.
GC Retail Sales Manager Store 393 Guitar CenterGC Retail Sales Manager Store 393Maple Grove, MN$16.96–$25.43 / hourFull timeAs our Retail Sales Manager, you will be responsible managing all sales and margin generating activities of our sales associates, ensuring that the sales floor is properly set and that the staff is properly engaged to provide a great customer experience, all while creating and nurturing our culture of integrity, inclusion, musical passion, and respect. A few special characteristics that make our Customer Service Managers successful: Collaboration: Able to develop cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties.