Pros
-Most of the associate-level employees are personable and pleasant -3 weeks PTO, basic holidays, your birthday is a “holiday” -Usually flexible about personal errands Ex: dentist appt, sick child, plumber at the house, etc. -generous 401k match, competitive benefits & compensation - annual bonus (dont expect to get what is in your offer letter, that is a potential max. amount only) - snack stocked kitchen & Wednesday free lunch (though the free lunch quality has gone downhill in the last 6 months) -minimum overtime required (though it will negatively affect your bonus evaluation if you dont stay late voluntarily) -Company outings (improved in last 6 months)
Kontras
-no learning or growth opportunities - expect to do this on your own time and dime -frequent and unnecessary fire drills in EVERY department, recurring theme & constant frustration for those who want to imp - no options for career growth internally (expect to leave the company if you want to move forward in your career) -as others have said – FALSE PROMISES – do not believe a word they say, it is to soothe your mind but nothing will come of it -Black Friday & thus Thanksgiving are not really holidays – most work during this time due to seasonal nature of the retail industry -management loves to micromanage, but claim they do not – very hypocritical in general -Some management (CEO included) are intimidating and confrontational making them unapproachable and in general unpleasant to be around -Taking initiative, being proactive, & creative problem solving is not rewarded here -Unprofessional, negative work environment