Have you always loved theater? Well buckle might be the perfect job for you!! - Part Time Sales Associate The Buckle Employee Review

2.0
26 Aug 2016
Recommend
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Pros

40% discount Who doesn't like a good ol' discount?! Crazy people that's who!!

Cons

Ive had 2+ years in retail management and accepted a job as a part time sales associate at Buckle. They're main objective for sales associates is selling to customers of course!! I believe strongly in selling, especially customer service! When you start they make you watch a couple of short videos that do NOT tell you how to sell, it's just short films of people selling with no explanations.. (Which was OK for me because I have previous experience.) Then, they'll throw you out on the sales floor and say "go get em" You'll be on the floor with guys and gals who have been there for years and anytime someone comes in, they will tackle them like wild bears before you have a chance to say hello. So you'll have to be super aggressive ;D and when you finally catch you a fishy, another experienced associated will steal them away (of course to show you how to steal people because it's all part of working for buckle! Whoohooo! ) maybe you should go to management for advise? Alight little grasshopper "follow me" they will say.. As they sit you down in the back in front of a screen, they will tape back your eyelids. you'll watch the same video of someone selling to a customer, as if they expect you to write down the monolog and perform your script when a customer walks in. LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION PEOPLE! When they throw you back out to the sales floor, eyelids aching, make sure get in character and speak with a super high pitched annoying voice just like everyone else (high pitched annoying cheerleader voice) ***because that's what customers like! Woo! Go buckle!! ***And then maybe, just MAYBE you'll get a thumbs up! Anyway you won't like working here unless you are looking for a career in acting. I hear it's a great start if you're trying to make it to Hollywood!

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Pros

Flexible hours for part time work.

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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