Should only be a stepping stone... - Team Lead DICK'S Sporting Goods Employee Review

3.0
Feb 20, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great insurance, vacation and consistant merit raises. It is a fast pace place you are never bored or without something to work on. If you get a chance to work in an area you are passionate about then you get to really shine and do something you love.

Cons

There is no promotion from within unless you are a white male. If you do get promoted from within expect to get paid at least 20% less than your counterpart hired from the outside. It is a very odd way to cultivate talent. I have seen so many great people walk out the door because of the 'bro' mentality. Once what was a career option for many became a stepping stone.

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Pros

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Cons

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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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