It's a good place to work if you have thick skin and a "Yes, Sir" attitude - Management Sears Employee Review

3.0
Feb 13, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits, advancement opportunities are great if you know someone, great team environment. People who come in, do their job without asking a lot of questions, keep their head down and keep quiet will be moved up faster, regardless of skill.

Cons

It's retail folks, so no weekends, holidays etc. off. Lately, the company has brought on outsiders into management that have questionable work ethics. Don't be the squeaky wheel, they will find a reason to get rid of you, even if you are upholding company policy. I have seen it more times than I can count. You are required to do the work of 4-5 people, and asked why you can't get your tasks done. The amount of conference calls and meetings is ridiculous! And finally constantly having your job threatened gets old very quickly! And trust me, you'll hear it even if you are doing a fantastic job!

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5.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Good team and good compensation

Cons

The contract is only for 30 days, so it needs to be renewed every month, and we always lose access during the process. This creates some uncertainty for us.

4.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

Working at Sears allowed us to develop strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills in a retail environment. We gained experience assisting customers, handling transactions, managing merchandise, and working as part of a team to meet sales and operational goals. The position also helped us improve time management, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and coworkers.

Cons

One challenge of working at Sears was managing periods of high customer traffic, which could be stressful and demanding. We occasionally faced difficult customer interactions, changing sales expectations, and the need to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, retail schedules often required evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, which could affect our work-life balance.

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