Political Hell - Anonymous employee Sears Employee Review

2.0
Sep 25, 2009
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The salary was fine. Benefits were reasonable.

Cons

Very hostile work enviroment. Top down management. Old school politics. I'm amazed that Sears is surviving. If you have talent, you cultivate and retain said talent. You do not tell employees that they are lucky to have a job. There is too much to go into, but apply with your eyes and ears wide open.

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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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