Great job for a stylist fresh out of college. - General Manager SmartStyle Employee Review

1.0
Mar 29, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

Great job for a stylist fresh out of college.

Cons

No acknowledgement or pay for hard proven work for those who dedicate their lives' to breathe life back into a salon that was in the red for years, into the green in a matter of months.

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5.0
Nov 17, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Lenient dress code, ample access to new clientele, video library to expand skills and product knowledge, PTO and benefits

Cons

The salons are almost always short staffed

1.0
Jul 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I loved working there. I loved my job. I loved meeting new people..

Cons

• Poor management and retaliation for raising concerns • Unauthorized schedule changes with no notice • Unfair NCE pressure and write-ups despite strong sales performance • Micromanagement from 400+ miles away with no understanding of local conditions • High turnover due to bad communication and bullying

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