Depends on the area - Manager/Stylist Great Clips Employee Review

2.0
30 June 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Overall, I liked being able to make customers feel great about themselves. I developed great relationships with the customers, which was nice. The training that was offered was nice, when it was offered.

Cons

Each is franchised owned, but must live up to corporate standards. Living in a smaller community created unique dynamics that often weren't up to corporate standards. Pay was low. No benefits. Expectations for haircuts times were hard to meet and didn't always take into consideration differences in hair types. Owners micro-managed managers from a different state. Turnover seemed high because of low wages.

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5.0
22 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Flexible schedules, 401k, health, & dental benefits, bonuses (based on salon performance, base wage with poetional to hit commission on service & product sales, fun friendly & welcoming environment for employees/customers, continuing education for growth in the industry, professional career growth with Great Clips (depending upon your franchise)

Cons

Haircutting exclusive so if you enjoy other services in the industry (chemicals, waxing, updo styling) this is not the place Franchised salons, so salons are ran differently.

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Great Clips Response
22h
We appreciate you sharing your experience and all that you do to support your salon every day. Thank you for being part of the team and for everything you do to create a GREAT experience in the salon.
2.0
24 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Nice customers. Generous customers. Easy work.

Cons

Horrible coworkers. Horrible management. Horrible franchise owners.

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Great Clips Response
22h
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear it didn’t meet expectations. Because each salon is independently owned and operated, we encourage you to reach out directly to your franchisee, as they’re best positioned to address employment-related concerns.
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