Pros
Great opportunity to connect with associates Discount on full price merch Holiday hours for some people Gratis and corporate associate appreciation Wonderful customers
Cons
Favoritism in stores, if your management team doesn't like you, you don't get hours, can't advance with the company, or get transferred to a less hostile store. You're expected to drop everything and come in, if you have to miss a shift due to unforeseen issues, the backlash is severe. Yearly reviews do not match an increase in cost of living. Associates aren't permitted to take breaks or leave the floor to go to the bathroom, while managers take up to two hours and won't cover the sales floor. Backlash from management on pursuing outside opportunities. Too many HR and Labor Board violations to list. If it weren't for several wonderful people I met, I wish I had never taken this job.