Awful - Hair Stylist SmartStyle Employee Review

1.0
Sep 13, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

My manger at the shop is good

Cons

Low pay, no raises, offers no benefits, expected to go above and beyond for for little to no compensation, the hours are awful to work you will have no life outside of work, hard be approved for any vacation days, never fully staffed, high turnover rate

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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
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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