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      cosmetology - Licensed Cosmetologist Great Clips Employee Review

      1.0
      21 Mar 2016
      Licensed cosmetologist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Fast paced environment and could have the potential to earn lots of tips to increase your income substantially.

      Cons

      Owners constantly want the haircuts to be done faster, faster, faster!! The quality of work is just not there in that amount of time. They set goals that are not attainable and when the shop is slow they want the stylists to clock out but are not allowed to leave..... so in reality, just hang out or clean for free!! Is that even legal?

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      Great Clips Response
      10y
      We are sorry about your experiences. The advised haircut times are based on data that has been collected for years which shows the optimal time it should take to complete an average haircut. Every customer deserves a personal, quality experience. More time may need to be spent with some while others take less time. If you would like follow up from your former franchisee, please email Jeanne@greatclips.com with the location where you were employed. We will forward it to the owner for follow up with you. Thank you.

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      5.0
      23 Apr 2026
      Stylist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Great co-workers, good tips, generally busy, clientele overall friendly, management is super cool and will try to be as flexible as possible with your schedule.

      Cons

      Working evenings and weekends, but that is salon life.

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      Great Clips Response
      2mo
      We appreciate you sharing your experience with us! Thanks for all you do at your local salon, and for being part of our GREAT team!
      5.0
      22 Jun 2026
      Manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Flexible schedules, 401k, health, & dental benefits, bonuses (based on salon performance, base wage with poetional to hit commission on service & product sales, fun friendly & welcoming environment for employees/customers, continuing education for growth in the industry, professional career growth with Great Clips (depending upon your franchise)

      Cons

      Haircutting exclusive so if you enjoy other services in the industry (chemicals, waxing, updo styling) this is not the place Franchised salons, so salons are ran differently.

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      Great Clips Response
      1w
      We appreciate you sharing your experience and all that you do to support your salon every day. Thank you for being part of the team and for everything you do to create a GREAT experience in the salon.
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