Good but could improve - Anonymous employee DICK'S Sporting Goods Employee Review

4.0
Aug 11, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The environment and the people that work there are great people. It is a fun group to work with especially since we talk about our passions all day long. It doesn't hurt that ESPN is playing on the television all day long either. The pay for part-time is great for a part-time cashier position.

Cons

Here is the downfall. -Managers are terrible. They are decent people, but as far as allowing coupons they vary from one manager to the next. They consistently talking down to the employees which in a lot of ways are aggravating. -Shortages in ALL departments this makes for a hard time getting phones answered and upc's from tags that have been ripped off. -Managers get mad when the employees ask to take the mandated 10 minute break, which is not optional according to the handbook. -The training stinks. You get two training days on the cash register then you are on your own.

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Pros

Employee Discount Opportunity to provide customers an experience in which they can be confident in buying a new shoe for style, function and support-related reasons. Great selling tools, devices and display fixtures to work with

Cons

This is not really a con since I believe it is an important part of the job. Newer and current workers may need to keep up up to date and do research on products in order to be able to help customers effectively and efficiently.

2.0
Jun 29, 2026
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Pros

- Unlimited PTO with 401k match is awesome

Cons

- Performance expectations were often unclear or inconsistently communicated, Feedback was reactive instead of timely and actionable. - Leadership quality varied dramatically by manager, with limited coaching or mentorship. - Constant shifting priorities without adjusting expectations or workload. - Psychological safety was lacking, Honest communication feel risky. - Leadership messaging around culture didn't match day-to-day reality. - Process was often valued more than impact or results. - Compensation well below market, w/little flexibility during negotiations. - I felt excluded from key conversations and opportunities that were important to my success.

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