Best Buy was a stepping stone that provided me with my first job experience. - Cashier Best Buy Employee Review

2.0
May 16, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

In store discounts on televisions, speakers, and other electronic items. Reasonable pay compared to similar positions. Some opportunity for advancement.

Cons

Unpredictable hours from week to week. High turnover rate of employees. Unnecessary early Sunday morning meetings. Have to work holidays.

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1.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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