going home early again - Hairstylist SmartStyle Employee Review

2.0
Apr 9, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

lots of walk in clientele, can be flexible with enough planning... clean training garunteed pay pretty good tips

Cons

when I worked there to make commission I had to make the company over 18/hr to get a 40% commision, who do you think does the cleaning? some of the clients (it is a walmart) being sent home everytime it is slow (several hours sometimes)

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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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