It's great if you already have money and love the clothes - Sales Associate The Buckle Employee Review

3.0
May 16, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

I enjoyed talking to customers and helping them feel/look good. I was able to not be the "pushy" Buckle stereotype. You get 40% off anything that you buy!

Cons

You are not paid enough. You have to sell $100 per hour just to make minimum wage; in a college town, selling that much can sometimes be difficult, They also want you to be pushy. They try to get you to always push to most expensive brands, even to people who clearly cannot afford them. You a urged to sell a lot, not just in dollar amount, but in quantity. When you don't, your weekly sales report looks bad and they reprimand you. Also, everything you wear to work must be from the Buckle. Good-bye whatever paycheck you even earned! And they frown upon you shopping at other Buckle stores to get your discount. Also, my particular manager was not a good one.

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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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