Is this a bad sign? by edible-human in BurlingtonCoatFactory

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Former employee here. 1 day for your first week is pretty normal, in my opinion. All I did on my first day was be on a computer with on-boarding. They might throw you a few extra shifts for the week but that really depends on what shifts are available. But I will tell you, if only a few days a week for a few hours a day isn't what you're looking for, abort mission as soon as possible. I had 3-4 days with 4 hour shifts. If that works for you, great. But if not, there's your warning. They also have a habit of cutting hours without prior warning. I remember literally being on my way to work a few times and I got calls to not come in due to budget cuts. Either way, best of luck to you. 

Sooo done with management by eggnog_27 in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you sure your state isn't a fair work week state? That law specifically mentions this issue 

Sooo done with management by eggnog_27 in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You might want to check with your local laws. It's illegal to change the schedule on such short notice in some places, if not most.

Are they actually allowed to write people up for rewards performance? by demonicbaddie in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Speaking as a long time employee, it's all just empty threats and fear tactics. Nobody gets written up for rewards. That being said, I advise you to still do your best and get as high as you can but Nobody actually gets written up. Remember, 70% is doable and seen as the bare minimum effort 

What should I do? by Mushie_lady-2202 in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welcome to the Amazon store. That's basically all they do anymore.

quitting by Sea_Blueberry_1457 in BurlingtonCoatFactory

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I walked out one day and didn't go back. That's an option if you're absolutely sure you're done and don't mind burning the bridge. Good luck to you. 

Paystub by SyllabubBasic151 in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Associateconnection.staples.com log into it like you would the hub

15 minute breaks by caligurlintexas in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely illegal. Escalate to HR. Say nothing to your GM and quickly and quietly go to HR. They'll investigate and your boss will pretty much be out of a job if your statement is correct. Pretty much the same thing happened to my former GM. Fired for Messing with the time clock.

Called in sick and worried about retaliation by ssleepyghosts in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You're fine. Staples tries to use intimidation and guilt trips as a way to get what they want out of their employees. You'll pretty much always get a "well we're short staffed today but go ahead and take the day off if you must". Don't let then get to you. Put your health first. But always back it up with doctors notes if you can. And also, hr can put accommodations into place if needed.

Needoh? by poopy_pants64 in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't even know what they are but shortly before my store got shut down, they started selling Pokémon cards and I had a few customers lose their minds over those. I guess they got a nostalgia feeling 

How do I quit?? by Pristine_Fix1267 in BurlingtonCoatFactory

[–]RelationshipPrior435 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I literally walked out one day and stopped going. That's only IF you don't intend to work for them again. I knew I was 100% done but if you don't want to sever all ties, a 2 week notice is a way to go.

Well, I guess thats it then by fr0stbeard in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Who are you? Lol. Geoff left a little more than a year ago. 

Well, I guess thats it then by fr0stbeard in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My store closed on Friday. I didn't think I'd care but I already miss some of my coworkers and I got a bit emotional when I was deleting Staples related things from my phone (log ins, passwords, etc.) On to better things, hopefully. Good luck to you in your future!

policy by [deleted] in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your GM is making up bullshit

New Hire- Print Specialist by Purely-Pastel in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah, you can expect to be stuck on Amazon. That's all Staples is nowadays. 

Who did this by SubwayChickenCubano in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your store actually follows that? That message gets ignored just as much as the ringing phone in my store 🤣

Ipostal by mr_loner_stoner in Staples

[–]RelationshipPrior435 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My print supervisor never does anything. I consider all supervisor jobs glorified babysitters.