Vantaggi
Company events, good opportunities in terms of networking. Free brand items per quarter
Svantaggi
The CEO appears highly focused on revenue growth, and store operations are expected to continue even during challenging situations. While he presents a “hands-on” leadership style, this can sometimes feel like very close oversight of everyone’s work. KPIs can be very demanding and, at times, difficult to meet. There are instances where performance concerns are addressed publicly, which may feel discouraging for some employees. I’ve also observed colleagues forced into leaving the company after struggling to meet expectations. The hiring process is quite lengthy and heavily based on exam results. Compensation for entry-level roles typically ranges from 20k to 25k, which may feel low given the workload and current cost of living. Salary increases can also be challenging to obtain without consistently meeting high KPIs. Employees may be asked to render offset work during weekends for events, with meal allowances provided (around 150 per meal) instead of overtime pay in some cases. The company promotes its core values strongly, and employees are evaluated based on alignment with them. However, there may be inconsistencies in how these values are demonstrated across teams. There seems to be hesitation in improving internal systems, while there is a strong push toward integrating AI into outputs such as in-store music, marketing materials, and social media content. Some entry-level roles are filled by interns, which may be due to budget constraints and the current salary structure. Leadership quality can vary across teams, and some individuals may still be developing the skills expected for their roles. While hiring posts mention company growth, there have also been notable employee departures in recent periods, which may reflect internal challenges. Product quality may vary, as some items are produced at a lower cost. There appears to be an opportunity for further investment in product development and quality improvement, despite having a capable design team.