Getting started in the retail industry doesn’t mean you have to have experience. In fact, some of the most successful retail professionals start with something far more powerful: curiosity and passion.

Just ask Hannah Wilson, owner of The Dropped Stitch, a cozy yarn and fiber arts store located in Chicago’s vibrant Andersonville neighborhood. After a successful career in tech and a winning streak on Jeopardy!, Hannah turned her lifelong passion for knitting into a profitable retail business, building the shop from scratch despite having no prior experience in the retail industry.

Her story offers practical advice for anyone wondering how to get a job in retail. These lessons are designed for individuals seeking to start a retail career.

Click below to see what you can learn from her unconventional journey.