Disappointing - Anonymous employee RH Employee Review

2.0
May 9, 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Pretty workplace. Nice co-workers hired (many who have left, some remain.) Some awesome products.

Cons

Lack of managerial skills in gallery 'leadership.' High turnover. 15+ employees left since new gallery opening. Management tried to claim issues are petty. If you are a designer, be warned. You will be working retail, unlike what they claim-- that's it's a designer center. Yes, you will get to design, but you also will likely have to fluff sofas, for an hour to 1.5 each night and prep the gallery for opening. Your performance is measured by sales. It likely will not the work experience described and that you hoped for. Some products are very overpriced for the quality. Agree with other reviewer, they are very judgmental (to both clients and employees).

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Experience working for on of the leading innovators in the design industry.

Cons

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Pros

One of the strongest aspects of this role is the autonomy. I’m trusted to make decisions that genuinely support the customer experience without constant approval from leadership. If I believe an exchange plus a $250 gift card is the right solution to preserve a relationship, I’m empowered to do that. That level of trust creates confidence and allows us to move quickly when issues arise. Leadership is accessible when needed, especially in escalated situations. I’ve never felt left alone to manage something beyond my scope. There is also regular voluntary overtime available, which is a plus for those looking to increase their hours. For someone transitioning from another industry, the environment feels more structured and brand-focused, which has been refreshing

Cons

The clientele can be challenging. Some customers assume that spending thousands of dollars entitles them to treat frontline employees disrespectfully, even when those employees had no involvement in the original issue. It can also be frustrating to hold a boundary with a customer, only to see it reversed after escalation. While I understand the desire to preserve relationships, it can unintentionally undermine employee confidence and consistency in standards. Because RH carries so many collections and product variations, the learning curve is steep. Customers often expect immediate, detailed product knowledge, which takes time to develop.

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