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      Beware the commission structure! - Licensed Cosmetologist Great Clips Employee Review

      3.0
      Jan 13, 2026
      Licensed cosmetologist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Got as many hours as I wanted, often working 65 hour weeks. Loved my coworkers, loved the clients, made decent money in tips.

      Cons

      The commission structure means every haircut has to be under twelve minutes. Even if you manage that, one slow day is all it takes to burn the entire two week pay period, since they average it across the whole period. Realized I wasn't being paid overtime for my overtime hours, tried to discuss with franchise owner, they pretended like they couldn't understand me. Non cosmetology professional owners, which was fine, they were great in some aspects, but not in others, like refusing to understand how important sanitation and disinfecting is.

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      Great Clips Response
      5mo
      We appreciate you bringing your experience to our attention. Your feedback is important, and we will take it into consideration as our franchised locations continue to strive for improvement

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      5.0
      Apr 23, 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
      Jun 22, 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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