It became an alternate universe - Divisional Vice President Sears Employee Review

3.0
May 31, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

SHC employed some of the best and brightest in their various areas of expertise. In almost all cases everyone is empowered to make things happen.

Cons

There is a huge brain drain. And some of the new leadership are micromanagers who haven't a clue in terms of keeping and expanding on those processes and teams that actually make a difference and get things done. These leaders think the key to success is total disruption. Epic fail.

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Cons

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4.0
Jun 19, 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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