sales representative

manager in training

management trainee

sales associate

outside sales representative

Blinds To Go

It's mandatory here to work every single Saturdays,after your probation period is over with depending on your team members you work with,you could request a Saturday off but they need to know within 1 month or close to two weeks ahead of time. Mostly always working weekend and always have two days off furring the week. your allowed to have every other Sunday off,it rotate with your team in your store. Health Benefits are good, I just heard from my manager Nicole that if you have an Emergency and you go to the Hospital, the insurance doesn't cover Emergency it coast out of pocket $200 bucks. Your on your feet all day long,their are no seats inside the store,it doesn't look professional,which I understand that. You never get out of work on time,The store closes at 7pm other stores are different hours,but the stores that are out east close at 7pm,if a customer comes in around 6pm,close to closing time,you still have to stay open until the customer leaves the store. Pay is starting out low, 24,000 per yr to start and the Commission is close to 3% and you don't get that money in your paycheck until your customer picks up their item at the store or if the Installation guys come to the store to pick it up for your customer,but make sure that the Installers check it out first or you don't get paid for that commission sale you did.I work here for 11 months, your really need to know your product knowledge really well here or you could get fired like I did,you can also get fired for not making a certain goal every month,they let it slid for a little while but will say something to you,You only get 30 min breaks even if you work past 7pm for closing time. watch your back,course people do talk,and customers can get you fired with bad reviews that they wright about you,the first time they let it slide.at the end of December on Christmas Eve, all the stores close for one whole week for Christmas break and come back to work on New Years Day and you get paid for it if your past your probation period.

I was part of the management training program, and ultimately, they are looking for a very specific person:

-Someone willing to put in 65-70 hours a week. 
-Someone who does not want any work life balance
-Someone okay with doing more and more work for less money
-Someone who can listen to unproductive personal character attacks, and be fooled into thinking they're getting feedback. 

Any excuse to deny you bonuses, they will take. They expect you to not take back repairs, so your Return Mechandise Authorizations aren't too high- even in situations of company fault, or faulty product. 

But most upsetting was that the company wanted you to believe that the $30,000 you'll clear a year is big money, and that giving up your life for the cause is what everyone is doing. If they don't like you, they don't like you, even if your numbers are really, really good. A colleaugue of mine once received feedback that he "smiled too much"- we're in sales. Smiling is necessary. It was like they were angry with his generally positive outlook on life. 

They will expect you to come to work during anything. Some personal examples that happened to me:

-While you are bleeding internally
-While you are having an anaphylactic episode in which you've stopped breathing
-During a Category 1 hurricane, with the power out
-During a snowstorm of 36 inches of fallen snow, and a statewide emergency has been issued

And you get 10 pto days. Sounds fair, right? 5 of those have to be taken consecutively while they shut down during Christmas. And the other 5 have to be taken in a row. So no three day weekends for you. You have to blow all those babies at once. You have a wedding for your brother, and you need a couple of days? Too bad, so sad. You're having a baby, and you need to move, and you literally can't re-schedule it, because the baby is on a specific timeline? Should've thought of that before you and your husband decided to start a family. 

Bottom line- the culture is toxic, the pay is very, very low, management is not interested in your opinion, and the place is a revolving door, because the job is so terrible

I recently left Blinds to Go. For the most part it started out as a good journey. However what I learned is that the company has very little direction and almost zero communication. 

The factories are completely unable to keep up with the demand, they are unable to complete orders accurately for the most part. This leads to very frustrated employees. The company claims to pride itself on being a company of “feedback”, which between store management and staff seems to exist when feedback is brought to upper management about positive changes, or perceived constructive criticism you immediately get a scoff. Or the worst is the absolutely arrogant CEO of Blinds to Go. You’ll never have to worry about feeling like you’re as small as a peanut with this guy at the helm. 

Their hiring process is completely antiquated. Having to run people through 3+ interviews that takes upwards of 6 weeks to complete with zero trust from upper management about your opinions on potential hires. Thus leaving SEVERAL stores completely understaffed. Including many without any sort of leadership. 

The company rests on awards they won 10-15 years ago as some sort of benchmark for how amazing of a culture they have when reality is it is now being run like it’s an American company. The family atmosphere they advertised presumably died off a few years ago. As echoed by many who have worked there a long time. Issue is everyone is too afraid to say anything to the family that owns it or the CEO because again he is a completely condescending narcissist. 

There is almost zero support from many areas in the organization from upper management, customer service, marketing. If you’d like to work somewhere where you find out at a moments notice you gotta be at a meeting for something this is the place for you. They will lure you in with their very competitive wage and sell you the world but you’ll quickly find out it’s all horse manure. 

I wouldn’t recommend Blinds to Go as a workplace to my worst enemy. Don’t do it. Stay away. Find something with more work/life balance and more structure. 



This is in every sense, a sales job. If you're not moved to another position within 3 months, don't expect an advancement in at least another 5+ years. The management trainee program is a hoax, you don't get trained for it whatsoever and everyone around you is within the same program. All I can say is that the job is a one big lie filled with some unusual cult-like culture in regards to feedback.

I'm all for constructive feedback, but instead you're put in the hot seat with your manager and are degraded, being threatened your job security constantly. Sometimes this occurs right in-front of coworkers. The staff is amazing, but the leaders are not. They're inexperienced and keep people in their dead-end position because they make them believe they're not better than what they truly are. This is why the turnover rate is high and I feel for the people who refuse to move forward with their careers.

I can go on and on about the cons for the jobs. The most you'll get from this job is awesome friends and a nice title on your resume. Unfortunately I felt like I had more experience and skills to offer than they made me believed I had. They refused to hear me out in advancing forward, so I searched elsewhere and got a better job with a promising career. Everyone else that works here should do the same until management and how they preform their duties, get a serious overhaul.

I got interested in BTG mainly because of the Manager Trainee program which was described as a great stepping stone for my career. Since joining I've realized that is surprisingly more than a good way to grow.  
The managers are really focused on your progress and they make you feel like part of a successful team, motivating you to give your best without any regrets.
It's a really good company for hard working people who are interested in growing and learning throughout this process.
They have spent a significant amount of time helping me to identify my weaknesses and flaws. This may be standard in modern companies, but BTG, goes above and beyond. They actually help you establish some action plans and follow up with you until that goal is achieved (sometimes not related directly with your specific functions or just because you are lacking something  for your deadlines). This really helps elevate you on both a professional and personal level. 
The culture stimulated from higher ups is evident in every location and department, which is refreshing. 

BTG makes me feel that they have identified human resource as key for success and they are actually investing on it as one of their most valuable assets. So many companies boast about this but when you actually experience this in the day to day it's a pleasant surprise. 
The market is there, and with more employees influenced by this positive culture, success is guaranteed. The future looks  bright for BTG.

It is just amazing how they have made me improve and even more amazing how much I have enjoyed the process. Sometimes I forget that this is solely blinds and shades; it definitely feels like much more than that.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part of working at the company is the positive and supportive work environment. The team is friendly, management is helpful, and the overall atmosphere makes it easier to stay motivated and perform at your best.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part can be handling busy periods, especially when there are multiple customers or tasks at the same time. Our store was short staffed. However, with good teamwork and proper support, it becomes manageable and helps build strong multitasking and problem-solving skills.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment is friendly, supportive, and respectful. The culture encourages teamwork, open communication, and a positive attitude. Management is approachable and supportive, which helps create a comfortable and productive workplace where employees feel valued.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day involved assisting customers with their needs, providing product recommendations, and supporting daily store operations. I also handled tasks like processing orders and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The day was usually fast paced, with a good balance of customer interaction and teamwork, which kept the work engaging and productive.

I made the decision to join Blind to Go because I wanted to join a company where I could u8lize my
knowledge of home décor and love of customer service. I was also a@racted to the culture and the
possibility for growth with the Company.
I have stayed with Blinds to Go for the culture and the people. BTG has not only allowed me to enhance
my product knowledge but has also allowed for my growth as a leader. BTG recognized my leadership
poten8al and posi8oned me in the fast track program allowing me to achieve my long term of sales
Manager.
In a leadership role striving to provide excellent customer service to employees and BTG customers can
present several challenges. However, the company supports leaders with training and mentors to ensure
con8nued success.
I would provide more training to leaders on the performance management process. We need to ensure
we provide feedback to in more construc8ve process with the goal of teaching, training and developing .
At first when I came it was very difficult, but aKer training with my manager she help me to understand
the feedback , and it was a helpful tool, not only at work, but in other aspect of my life. The week of
unpaid vaca8on should be available to use as a personal 8me off on a day to day basis not just as a week
as some8mes that is more the need of employees.
I am thrilled to be a part of a great organiza8on and hope to con8nue to contribute to the BTG growth
and success

What is the best part of working at the company?
The company is very family oriented.  Great product that is easy to sell.  You can make a lot of money if you work hard.  The job comes with a company car, a computer and all the sales aid you need.  Great Company.  Would still work there but I moved out of state and they are not in the state I now reside in.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
I hate making mistakes, so when an order have problems, that was not caused by me, it can be slow to get resolved.  The customer would be upset with me because  I'm there only contact.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
If you have questions or a problem you can always find help because everybody tries to help each other.  

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
The leads are provided.  I prepare the night before by calling my clients to verify my appointment and to find out there needs.  I usually do 3 leads a day.  My car has all the sample I need to show the client.  I present the products and ask for the sale.  With each sale I collect the payment, process the order and schedule the installation.  Then off to the next client.  Once my route is complete I finish my day at home by going over my orders before sending them over to the factory.

Blinds To Go has invested time in my future to make me successful. The first week of Blinds To Go is a week-long University period where you learn about the company, products, sales strategies, and what areas you need to improve to become successful.

As a Recruiter I was placed into the stores in order to develop the essential skills for recruiting, learn about how the stores & company operate, and develop connections with the teams & managers I would be staffing. Training in the stores for managers and corporate employees is self-paced - you are given a clear understanding of the skills you have and the ones you need to develop. Your team and your manager will help guide you but it is ultimately up to YOU to set and meet your goals. 

You will fit in best with this company if you are a team player who is open and honest with others. The ability to give and receive feedback is the most important aspect of company culture. If you are not willing to openly, honestly, and consistently give and receive feedback to and from your teammates, Blinds To Go is not for you.

I joined BTG for its unique management trainee program. I wanted to join a place where I could work my way up through leadership at my own pace. The hands on training, development, and feedback is what really caught my eye. The open communication throughout the company is something I had not seen before in previous jobs. Someone is there to help you no matter what time or what day it is. I always feel like my opinion matters here. Being here for almost 7 years now is due to the people in this company really caring about my development and all the investment all my managers have put in to me. Each year I grow and am being challenged to the next step. Hard work and pushing yourself allows you to move up very quickly in the program. All the feedback I have received throughout the years has led me to my current goal to reach general management of a specific market. Coming into work everyday helping the next generation of managers get to their goals is so fulfilling.

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