part time - Anonymous employee Sears Employee Review

3.0
26 Aug 2009
Anonymous employee
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Pros

It has pretty good benefits for a retail position. They also have a good training program that was comprehensive, although now outdated (looks like it was made in the late 1980s).

Cons

It was difficult for me because my salary was based of commission in sales. My store did not have too much foot traffic. Sears will pay you a certain base rate for the hours you worked if you are unable to make enough commission. However you have to make it up with your future sales which can be quite difficult and leave you in a rut.

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5.0
10 June 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
19 June 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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