Best Buy is okay job to have, however not a permanent job... - Customer Service Best Buy Employee Review

3.0
May 17, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The best reasons to work at a place like Best Buy, is that the compensation is okay in the sense that you'll make more that minimum wage and the job is not too difficult. You don't need too much experience to get a job there and training is pretty easy plus you're paid more than minimum wage.

Cons

There tends to be issues with management and lack off communication. There is a lot of corporate talk and everyone doesn't really discuss wages because everyone gets paid a different amount. So if you are lucky try and negotiate don't be afraid to ask for more.

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5.0
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Pros

Good leadership, great hours, works well with you and your schedule, management that will stand up for you.

Cons

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1.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

No pros. Just don’t work here.

Cons

This job adds little to no value, either for customers or for career growth. The primary focus is pushing credit cards and memberships that many customers don’t actually need, making the work feel repetitive and unfulfilling. The workplace culture and management are poor, and employees are often assigned busywork instead of meaningful responsibilities. There is almost no opportunity to develop product knowledge or apply any technical or electronics skills. Even the sales experience is limited since the role revolves around following scripted pitches rather than building genuine sales or customer relationship skills. Overall, it’s not a strong entry-level position for someone looking to develop transferable skills. There are many other jobs that provide better learning opportunities, stronger career growth, and more valuable real-world experience.

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