Very stressful and high expectations. Not for creativity in hair industry. - Stylist/Manager Great Clips Employee Review

2.0
Jul 27, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Hourly pay gives consistent and reliable income.

Cons

Franchise structure creates strict guidelines for how to work in the salon. Pay and bonuses can be literally on how fast you cut hair and how many clients you take in a day. Pretty much every minute of your time is measured, including minutes between customers. Very rigid, very high demand.

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Great Clips Response
11mo
We appreciate you bringing your experience to our attention. Your feedback is important, and we will take it into consideration as our franchised locations continue to strive for improvement.

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5.0
Jul 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Advancement opportunities, benefits, great support system, and the best owners

Cons

I don’t really have any

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Great Clips Response
4d
We appreciate you sharing your experience and all that you do to support your salon every day. It’s great to hear you’ve found strong support, advancement opportunities and a positive owner experience in your role.
5.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible schedules, 401k, health, & dental benefits, bonuses (based on salon performance, base wage with poetional to hit commission on service & product sales, fun friendly & welcoming environment for employees/customers, continuing education for growth in the industry, professional career growth with Great Clips (depending upon your franchise)

Cons

Haircutting exclusive so if you enjoy other services in the industry (chemicals, waxing, updo styling) this is not the place Franchised salons, so salons are ran differently.

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Great Clips Response
3w
We appreciate you sharing your experience and all that you do to support your salon every day. Thank you for being part of the team and for everything you do to create a GREAT experience in the salon.
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