Time to shake hands and part ways. - Sales Lead The Buckle Employee Review

3.0
Sep 24, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

-The best thing about working at the Buckle at MOA is that if you are willing to work hard, you will succeed. If you give your best, you will recive the best. -You can make around 18 bucks an hour during holiday and BTS if you are slightly intelligent, have great people skills, and you understand that time not selling is time wasted. -The development of leadership skills, sales skills, and people skills is better than going to business school. - The people that walk through the door are great to network with, which in turn creates easier opportunities for guest loyalty.

Cons

-If there is a day you need off during the busy season, you can forget about it. -If you need a day off at any other time, you better expect to pay for it in some respect. -To be the best emplyee, you need to give your life to the company. -There is such an emphasis on growth, and there is so much pressure to sell, you come to resent the leadership. - Don't let them SELL you the dream, unless you really want it. - Leadership will promise you things to keep you there and working hard, but they RARELY follow through with promises. 1 store manager has come out of MOA in 5 years... I have seen 4 MT's leave for other opportunities in the time I was there.

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5.0
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Pros

Flexible hours for part time work.

Cons

Holiday hours can long and busy.

3.0
Jul 2, 2026
Recommend
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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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