Tire Kicker: A homeless person who all can tell has NO intention of a purchase, yet feigns interest solely to use the company’s facilities or loiter.
This is one that’s I’ve had since my convenience store days. If you have ever worked retail, you know the type. Not the same as a window shopper, as generally window shoppers are either killing time or are planning for future purchases. To be a tire kicker, three things have to be present:
A) The person is not just homeless, but obviously homeless.
B) The person has to ask ridiculous question about services offered… most likely made up on the spot.
C) They immediately ask to use the restroom after asking above ridiculous question.
Also, ninety-nine times out of a hundred, the reason ‘B’ happens is because there is most likely a member of law enforcement in the area watching them.
You help them with their request to the best of your ability since it is your job, but all parties involved know it’s just a sham…
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