Great for resume but needs more communication and recognition. - Anonymous employee Best Buy Employee Review

3.0
Aug 28, 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

There is room for advancement in a big store and pretty good pay when you move up. They also have good benefits.

Cons

There is a lack of communication and hardly any recognition. The only way you will advance is if you have the right managers on your side.

Explore other reviews about Best Buy

5.0
Mar 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great place to work at.

Cons

none that i can think of.

1.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

No pros. Just don’t work here.

Cons

This job adds little to no value, either for customers or for career growth. The primary focus is pushing credit cards and memberships that many customers don’t actually need, making the work feel repetitive and unfulfilling. The workplace culture and management are poor, and employees are often assigned busywork instead of meaningful responsibilities. There is almost no opportunity to develop product knowledge or apply any technical or electronics skills. Even the sales experience is limited since the role revolves around following scripted pitches rather than building genuine sales or customer relationship skills. Overall, it’s not a strong entry-level position for someone looking to develop transferable skills. There are many other jobs that provide better learning opportunities, stronger career growth, and more valuable real-world experience.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All