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Easy.
First, Target is a woman-dominated space. There’s no music, so having a random conversation is a bit awkward with eavesdropping. However, you can create opportunities. Here’s some ideas:
1) Buy something with the intention of returning it. You will meet the customer service ladies.
2) Ask for an item that they’re out of with a floor person. It’s called the Ben Franklin effect, and sending her on a mission builds an encounter. Whenever I get help like this, I always tell them I give them a 5-star name call out on Google Maps (This helps their job and gives them something to gossip about - they LOVE this.)
3) Comment on nearby items. This can help you build a commonality.
4) Get to know the Starbucks girls. Most are standoffish due to the nature of their job, but if you tip and remember their names in subsequent visits, you become “safe”. Women pick up on this.
4b) Get a coffee before you shop. This is a status symbol. Remember, coffee is expensive and the girls at Target can’t afford this. You now automatically have a class advantage.
5) Shop with a basket, not a cart. I do this as an exercise but having a basket gives you a “man on the mission” vibe. You also get a flexed bicep. Swap hands when necessary.