Despite Outside Appearances, Not the Best - Anonymous employee NIKE Employee Review

3.0
10 Feb 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great people who brought a level of passion and professionalism to their work. They cared about doing things right and tried to be supportive of their peers and co-workers. Nice facilities and Nike gave you the freedom to take time out of your day to work out and not be hassle (as long as you got your work done.) Nike seemed to be a "hip" place to work and occasionally, you would run across star athletes but you knew to keep your distance.

Cons

Senior management betrayed trust and was not always completely open about how to advance your career. Performance reviews were always too subjective and not as objective as they should have been. There definitely was a "it is not what you know but who you know' approach to getting promoted or provided to career enhancement projects. It is not the best place to work at.

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Cons

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Pros

Working at Nike was a great experience overall. The company culture is energetic, inclusive, and team-oriented. Management encourages employees to embody the Nike brand and provides opportunities for growth within retail and corporate roles. Employee discounts are excellent and make it easy to enjoy the products you sell. The work environment is fast-paced, especially during launches and holiday seasons, which keeps the job engaging. I also appreciated working alongside passionate teammates who genuinely cared about customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.

Cons

Retail schedules can be inconsistent and often include nights, weekends, and holidays. During peak periods, the store can become extremely busy, which can be stressful when balancing customer service expectations with operational tasks. Advancement opportunities can vary depending on store location and management structure.

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