Talbots reviews

3.3

45% would recommend to a friend

(179 total reviews)
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Lizanne Kindler

57% approve of CEO

45% positive business outlook

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5.0
Nov 4, 2013

Helpful and Supportive Enviornment

Anonymous employee
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Pros

The overall culture of the company is very friendly and supportive. Everyone from senior management to assistants are always willing to take the extra time to help you or to explain something to you. The company really prides itself on its rich heritage, and it is meaningful to be a part of such a strong and iconic brand.

Cons

Trying to change the perception that only your grandmother shops there!

3.0
Oct 12, 2013
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Pros

Because I had a good manager, daily in-house treatment was excellent.

Cons

Poor consistency in operations. Always changing something. Gives the impression of "the tail wagging the dog." : always a new procedure, as though home office staff has nothing else to do but think up other procedures. Improvement has been realized with levels of stock, however, size runs are askew - very poor. Can't sell all of one size when other sizes not balanced. Can't replenish items which sell well. Automatically replenished with items or sizes or styles which don't sell. Pay attention to sales!!! Replenish what sells - not what doesn't - and please please balance the sizes when shipping!!!! (and ship on time - not when time to mark down!) When personnel is transferred - there is no advance notice or consultation with the employee who has positive performance. Communication is key. Communication is lacking.

5.0
Sep 26, 2013

Great environment and on the right path to success!

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Pros

Positive co-workers, vision of Senior Leadership, communication to company as a whole from Senior Leadership, awesome benefit package, flexible management, family friendly.

Cons

Small focus on career path development for associates and providing the training to get them to the next level in their current position while preparing them for growth within the company.

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