Does SmartStyle pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, SmartStyle employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at SmartStyle. This rating has improved by 19% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at SmartStyle?

25% of SmartStyle employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated SmartStyle 2.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.4 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at SmartStyle?

Hair Stylist (133) , Stylist (88) , Hairstylist (65) , Salon Manager (53) , Manager (38) , Cosmetologist (23) , Store Manager (12) , Licensed Cosmetologist (11) , Hairdresser (9) , Manager/Stylist (7) , Receptionist (5) , Salon Leader (4) , Assistant Manager (3) , Hair Dresser/Stylist/Barber (3) , District Leader (2)

What are the pros of working at SmartStyle according to real employee reviews?

"flexible hours and on the job training" ((in 18 reviews)); "The benefits are great." ((in 12 reviews)); "Good coworkers, walk" ((in 9 reviews)); "Discounts on products, some nice people" ((in 9 reviews)); "Flexible scheduling" ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at SmartStyle according to real employee reviews?

"It had low pay and you haft to work hard to get name out there." ((in 74 reviews)); "Not enough tips, bad management, treat you like crap," ((in 38 reviews)); "I have been here for over a year and haven't hit commission yet." ((in 34 reviews)); "Poor upper management, always have dump rewards programs or try it this way, no this way." ((in 25 reviews)); "The change of management... it is the worst sometimes cuz some managers don't know what they are doing" ((in 19 reviews))

What are the top reviewed SmartStyle locations?

Atlanta , Oklahoma City , New Orleans , Jacksonville , Lapeer , Louisville , Mansfield , Wichita , Guntersville , Boise , Virginia Beach , Glendale , Phoenix , Checotah , Tulsa , Paducah , Greensboro , Weatherford , Lubbock , San Antonio , Sioux Falls , Columbus , Minneapolis , Fayetteville , Cookeville , Millington , Morristown , Hendersonville , Kokomo , Columbus

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SmartStyle reviews

2.6

25% would recommend to a friend

(621 total reviews)

Hugh Sawyer

31% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.2

Diversity & inclusion

2.7

Career opportunities

2.6

Work/Life balance

2.4

Culture & values

2.4

Senior management

2.2

Compensation and benefits

SmartStyle has an employee rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars, based on 621 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The SmartStyle employee rating is 28% below average for employers within the Personal Consumer Services industry (3.6 stars).

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Reviews by job title

621 reviews

1.0

May 2, 2018

Was a fantastic company to work for until franchised

Stylist/manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Get paid hourly even if commissions not met

Cons

The atmosphere here is competitive, stressful and not teamwork oriented. Paid minimum wage and very difficult to actually make commission which is 38%. Salon usually has favorites and if favorites do something wrong they will not get in trouble. Stylists don't always do completely professional work also they need to be retrained how to properly use chemicals on guests. Management knows things are done wrong and they are waiting for stylist to learn what not to do after stylist makes mistakes on guests.

5.0

Apr 26, 2018

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I have worked with my location almost 4 YEARS.. great way to build your business and grow as a stylist .. I have worked in the industry for almost 7 YEARS now and I have made more money here at smartstyle then ANY other salon.

Cons

No down sides.. when you work with the public you have to be prepared for any and all situations and handle it with a smile ..😁😁

3.0

Apr 22, 2018

Stylist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice environment with a steady flow of walk ins. Convenient for people on the go.

Cons

Not the best at gaining loyal return clients, because of its location. People tend to look down on Smart Styles seeing as inferior because its located in Wal-Mart.

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Jobs at SmartStyle

Licensed Hair Stylist

Licensed Hair Stylist

Licensed Hair Stylist