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      Worst experience in my 20 yrs in retail - Store Manager Talbots Employee Review

      1.0
      Aug 4, 2015
      Store manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Let's see.....this is a tough one.....my store hours were great! Not typical retail hours. Unfortunately you take the hit from all the stress of the job.

      Cons

      Leadership is lacking in exactly that! They seem to be throwing every idea out there to see what sticks. There is a lack of direction and, although, there seems to be some sort of vision, they can't seem to communicate it or execute effectively to their Field Leaders. District Management population seems clueless on how to support and guide store leadership. No development or career growth.......unless you come from Brooks Brothers!

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      5.0
      May 12, 2026
      Print & pattern design internship
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      - Team was so supportive and kind - Taught me lots of valuable industry experience

      Cons

      I have no cons to mention

      1.0
      Jul 8, 2026
      Sales associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      None. This company is garbage compared to how it used to be.

      Cons

      Slave wages, not enough hours for anyone except management because the private equity company that owns us has cut our staff to a skeleton crew even on busy days. Management and associate alike are stretched super thin to the point of exhaustion. Even as a sales associate, there was a time I supported myself on a Talbots salary. Now I have to choose between paying my car insurance or getting an oil change. I used to get 30+ hours a week even as a sales associate. Now I'm lucky if I get 20. Health benefits are a rip-off. The company in my observation has had a time finding and maintaining good workers. If you value your livelihood, run fast and run far.

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