Target reviews

Work-Life-Balance is no longer a realistic or attainable goal. Hourly employees are treated as disposable. Turnover rates have steadily risen in the past year approaching 50%. In response to these figures, HQ lowered their expectations for retention. The acceptable turnover percentage was increased to within 5% of 45% to qualify for a "green" management score. Good performance is always rewarded with more work and no compensation. Team Leaders have steadily been taking on the responsibilities of executives yet are still expected to accomplish goals on an hourly basis. These positions should be salaried.

Where do I begin..........First off I was recruited by Target out of college and took part in there college intern program then was promoted to ETL. I lasted about 15 months then couldn't hack it so I was let go. The biggest problem I had was that my I felt my STL never gave me great direction or supported any of my decisions. Every week upper management had something new to focus on to boost sales and that is very annoying and does not lead to productivity. Also management would change performance standards for employees in order to cut down the workforce. This was very sad beacuse people had been there 10+ years and all of a sudden they were not good enough at their jobs. The job also required long hours 11+ a day and since you are salary you don't get overtime and you are expected to work until the store is perfect. With that being said I learned a lot about retail, management and sales but if are in the same situation I was I would say get the experience and leave. There are better places to work for, who pay better, get more time off, more respect and challenge you better.