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Big 5 Sporting Goods

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Retail, not for everyone. Firearms sales included. - Manager Trainee Big 5 Sporting Goods Employee Review

2.0
Dec 21, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Decent entry level pay Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, 401k, Life) Holiday Pay Work with general public frequently Performance rewarding environment

Cons

Hourly, with a maximum 40 hour work week Very demanding labor Work weekends Providing excellent customer service is not at the top of their priorities, rather retailing projects completed according to schedule

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
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Pros

Clear Communication on what standards are. I had a solid, attentive and respectful District Manager Solid Benefits

Cons

No work-life balance E-teams I had to close Two of the stores.

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