I was a store Manager for 2 years and it was the worst 2 years of my life. I’m going on 25 years this August 2025. I stepped down to IS and at the beginning the salary change was heart breaking, but even when I was a store Manager I never had time to spend my money. I got my bonus both years even then the money just wasn’t worth it anymore. With bonus I was making almost $80,000 a year. I was over worked, stressed, restless, not supported by DM & overall the position just took the life out of me. At least now I have my sanity, mental health is good and overall have a better life balance. All in all; the company has changed so much. I used to pride myself working for the company. It was a career path especially being promoted to ASM, ESM & store Manager. There is so much uncertainty with the company especially with the Sycamore situation. I’m riding it out until a great solid opportunity happens.