Employee Reviews
(Winged ratings measure job satisfaction on scale of 1 to 5)
Anonymous shared this review of Michaels, United States on Nov 3rd, 2021
"Coworkers are fantastic, you'll really have a sense of camaraderie and get to know them over the course of your stay. However, gossip tends to spread easily and you learn to keep some details private as things can be misconstrued by people who want to cause trouble."
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my compensation"
Position or Department
Sales Associate, Sales
Recent Salary
$0-$25k
Recent Bonus
$0
Level of Flexibility
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"Schedule is made THREE weeks in advance so you're forced to plan your life around the schedule, and even THEN you can't rely on a scheduled off day because you're listed as -available-, and your schedule can be changed even a day or so before you work."
Is paid parental leave offered, and if so, how much?
"No / Unsure"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
How supportive is your manager?
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"Excellent leader, does the same gritty work as her employees, extremely friendly, lax and caring, but does tend toward favoritism with some employees despite stating the contrary. Accountability for all is something that desperately needs work."
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels, United States on Oct 22nd, 2020
"There are usually a lot of women working here but over all the company does not treat their employees well"
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my compensation"
Level of Flexibility
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5
Is paid parental leave offered, and if so, how much?
"No / Unsure"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
How supportive is your manager?
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5
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels, United States on Mar 1st, 2020
"Management training was rushed. Scheduling is done only days in advance, difficult for women with families to plan."
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my compensation"
Level of Flexibility
1
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5
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Hours, Culture
Is paid parental leave offered, and if so, how much?
"No / Unsure"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
How supportive is your manager?
1
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5
Which benefits are offered?
Parental leave, Health care, Pension
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels, United States on Feb 24th, 2020
"I was a manager and was constantly lied to by store manager about opportunities because she thought I was great at what I did and she didn't want me to leave"
Are women & men treated equally?
"No"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my benefits (e.g. medical, maternity)"
Position or Department
Customer Experience Manager
Recent Salary
$0-$25k
Recent Bonus
$0
Level of Flexibility
1
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5
Is paid parental leave offered, and if so, how much?
"No / Unsure"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"No"
How supportive is your manager?
1
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5
Which benefits are offered?
Health care
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels, United States on Sep 24th, 2019
"Knowledgeable staff, always willing to help. Organized, easy to find what you're looking for. Craft supply store, employees always making sure you get the best deal and have the best coupons. "
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Yes"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Promote more women into leadership positions"
Position or Department
DIY Craft Instructor, Academics
Recent Bonus
$0
Level of Flexibility
1
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5
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Culture, Policies
Is paid parental leave offered, and if so, how much?
"No / Unsure"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
How supportive is your manager?
1
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5
Which benefits are offered?
Parental leave, Health care, Pension
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels, United States on May 7th, 2019
"A lot of female leaders, they look to promote within, the promote inclusivity "
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Yes"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve work-life balance and policies (e.g. flex-time, limit face time)"
Recent Salary
$100k-$150k
Recent Bonus
$0-$10k
Level of Flexibility
1
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5
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Culture
Is paid parental leave offered, and if so, how much?
"Yes"
8 Weeks Paid | 0 Weeks Unpaid
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
How supportive is your manager?
1
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5
Which benefits are offered?
Parental leave, Health care, Childcare, Pension
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels on Nov 27th, 2018
"Being a craft store our locations staff is 90% female."
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my compensation"
Position or Department
Customer Experience Specialist, Retail
Recent Salary
$0-$25k
Recent Bonus
$0-$10k
Level of Flexibility
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"Store management works with school flexibility and you choose what days and times you are available to work."
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Hours
Did you take Maternity leave?
"No"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels on Jul 25th, 2018
"Your success with the company depends on your relationship with your manager."
Are women & men treated equally?
"No"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my compensation"
Recent Salary
$50k-$80k
Recent Bonus
$0-$10k
Level of Flexibility
1
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5
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Hours
Did you take Maternity leave?
"No"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels on Apr 26th, 2018
"Your department matters on your treatment you get, be sure to check it out."
Are women & men treated equally?
"No"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Not sure"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Improve my compensation"
Position or Department
Finance
Recent Salary
$50k-$80k
Level of Flexibility
1
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5
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Hours
Did you take Maternity leave?
"Yes"
6 Weeks Paid | 0 Weeks Unpaid
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Maybe"
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels on Jan 6th, 2018
"The corporate support center is making great strides to support worklife balance and support working parents."
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Does the CEO support gender diversity?
"Yes"
One thing Michaels can improve?
"Not much; it's a great place to work"
Position or Department
Director, Benefits, Human Resources
Level of Flexibility
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5
Work-Life Friendly Attributes:
Culture, Hours
Did you take Maternity leave?
"No"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Yes"
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Anonymous shared this review of Michaels on Mar 21st, 2016
"workers are valued on productivity, not gender. Female managers are the norm."
Are women & men treated equally?
"Yes"
Position or Department
Cash Office
Recent Salary
$0-$25k
Recent Bonus
$0-$10k
Did you take Maternity leave?
"No"
Would you recommend Michaels to other women?
"Maybe"
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