1. Great Upper Management
Self explanatory
Not every manager that I've worked with has been the best, but there were a handful that I loved working for. I would work my hardest when those managers were scheduled because that was the best way to show my appreciation towards them and that appreciation was reciprocated with more hours and better shifts. A store with over 30 employees needs a great leader, one that shows appreciation, respects their employees, and has their back when the crazy out of control customer doesn't believe that they can't return their used bikini bottom and asks to speak to a manager.
2. Great Employees
Step Brothers gets me.
I pretty much dread the holiday season and Black Friday is my worst nightmare, but knowing that a store is staffed with well qualified and fun employees that I don't mind seeing throughout my week doesn't make it so bad. I have made some lifetime friends at work and it makes work feel less like 'work' when I genuinely enjoy being around my coworkers. And we all share the mutual hate for the holiday season.
3. Great Incentives/Benefits
Hot dogs or legs? I can't even tell.
Discounts and holiday parties are great, but I think most people like getting incentives for doing something right and often. It boosts moral and employees are grateful for the incentives. The company that I work for treats all of it's employees the same when it comes to it's benefits. Just because someone is only part-time doesn't mean they don't deserve or earn the same benefits as a full-timer or manager. It is important to have that work-life balance and this company understands that. Hell yes I want those vacation and wellness hours so I can lay by the beach and take "hot dogs or legs" Instagram photos!
4. Great Satisfaction
I wish, but the one I just got will do for now.
As a store, all employees are working towards the same goal and when the store hits that goal it feels like an accomplishment. There is some sort of satisfaction when working for a profitable company. When a store is successful that means more hours, raises, incentives, and promotions. I know that we aren't curing cancer or discovering a new planet, but it satisfies us as employees when we get our yearly raises and it's not like $0.10, ya feel?
5. Great Growth
Hello Mr. Gatsby.
The company that I work for is one of the fastest growing retailers in the world as of right now, which means those who are planning on staying with the company can grow exponentially. The company has only reached 21 countries with its online store and has a growth strategy to open up to more markets within the coming years. It's important for employees to feel like they aren't just doing a 'job,' as most want a career. There are many employees that have started out as seasonal and have grown to be a part of the district team. Even though I am not one of those seeking a promotion or to grow with the company it's great for those that are.
If you are seeking to grow with a company, try starting here with a list of the 10 Best Retail Companies to Work for as of Right Now, courtesy of Forbes.com. Oh, and my company made the list.
And if you have any experiences that you would like to share, comment down below or Tweet me @herroboba.
