Golden Handcuffs - Manager In Training The Buckle Employee Review

2.0
Feb 14, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great discount, overall enjoyable job, 40% discount Regardless of the aspects that I enjoyed in the position, the cons far outweighed the positives

Cons

Higher up management did not communicate and was inconsistent, was expected to work (while salaried) a minimum of 50h hours per week. It was heavily stressed that personal and professional life balance are an important part of the company philosophy, but that is completely untrue for the majority of their district/area/store managers. Get ready to sacrifice holidays, malls add hours, Buckle just roles them into your standard day. In the year I worked at Buckle, I had to choose whether I was going to spend EITHER Thanksgiving OR Christmas with my family. Also, didn't realize how ridiculous I looked wearing fifteen necklaces to match the two watches I was wearing paired with three shirts, two camis, and over the knee socks inside my boots.

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Cons

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Pros

-Good work-life balance. -Team-building is encouraged. -The experience can vary by location. -Buckle has the potential to have some of the best retail teams, depending on the store. -There are opportunities for growth and career advancement for employees who have supportive leadership.

Cons

Management's willingness to lead, communicate effectively, and support employees is what creates opportunities for growth, but that was not my experience at this location. I felt the work environment was negatively affected by inconsistent communication, a leadership style that felt overly controlling, and discussions about employees that appeared to undermine teamwork and trust. I believe a more respectful, supportive, and collaborative approach to leadership would create a healthier workplace culture and better support both employees and the overall success of the store.

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