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      Runnings reviews

      3.3

      53% would recommend to a friend

      (85 total reviews)

      Dennis and Adele Reed

      66% approve of CEO

      47% positive business outlook

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Runnings has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 85 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Runnings employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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      85 reviews
      1.0
      Jul 16, 2025

      Nepotism, bad work life.

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Pay, awesome customers and co workers.

      Cons

      Nepotism, restrictive hours and hiring, minimal staff is expected to pull extra weight. Store manager is verbally agressive and unsupportive. Employees are becoming burned out and looking for somewhere to be treated better.

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      Runnings Response
      11mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your time at our Morris, IL location did not meet your expectations. At Runnings, we strive to foster a workplace culture built on respect, teamwork, and support, and it’s concerning to hear that you felt these values were not upheld. We take feedback about management behavior and staffing concerns seriously. While we’re proud of the dedication our team shows every day, we recognize that burnout and communication challenges can arise, especially in high-demand environments. Your comments about restrictive scheduling and staff support will be shared with our leadership team for further review. Regarding your concerns about favoritism and workplace culture, we are committed to fair and transparent hiring and promotion practices. If there are areas where we’ve fallen short, we want to learn and improve. We appreciate your recognition of the positive aspects of your role, including your coworkers and customers. We’re grateful for your contributions during your time with us and wish you all the best in your future endeavors. If you’re open to a more in-depth conversation, we welcome you to reach out to our HR team directly at HumanResources@Runnings.com
      4.0
      Jun 7, 2025

      Not too Shabby

      Assistant store manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Good team of people to work with depending on location. Pay is somewhat fair at the store I’m at.

      Cons

      Schedule is inconsistent. Some of the corporate management is a joke.

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      Runnings Response
      1y
      Thank you for your review and for your continued commitment over the past several years. We’re glad to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with your team and that you find the compensation at your location to be fair—those are both important aspects of a healthy work environment. We also appreciate your honesty about the challenges you've encountered, particularly around scheduling and corporate management. We recognize that consistency in scheduling is crucial for work-life balance, and we’re actively working on improvements in this area. Feedback like yours helps us identify where we need to focus our efforts to better support our store teams. If you have specific suggestions or concerns you’d like to share directly, we encourage you to reach out to HR or your regional leadership. Your insights are valuable, and we’re committed to making Runnings a great place to work. Thank you again for your feedback and for being part of the Runnings team.
      3.0
      Jun 3, 2025

      DO MORE WITH LESS

      Sales associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Most of us have developed great customer relations.

      Cons

      Less employees and more is expected. We have about half the employees as when I started and we are expected to work twice as hard with less of a raise. Every other weekend is mandatory as full OR part time employees. Many are getting burned out and share they are ready to quit. The revolving door here is spinning faster and faster. Management is apparently NOT supported from up top.

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      Runnings Response
      1y
      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your recognition of the strong customer relationships our team has built—this is a testament to your dedication and professionalism. We also hear your concerns regarding staffing levels, workload, compensation, and weekend scheduling. Burnout is a serious issue, and we understand how these challenges can impact morale and retention. While some operational demands are difficult to avoid, we are actively reviewing our staffing models and compensation structures to better support our team. Your feedback about weekend shifts and the need for more flexibility is especially valuable, and we are exploring ways to make scheduling more sustainable for everyone. We’re committed to creating a healthier work environment and will continue to advocate for the resources and support our teams need. Please know that your voice matters, and we encourage you to reach out directly to HR or your manager with any specific suggestions or concerns. Thank you again for your honesty and for being part of the team.
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