Dollar Tree and Family Dollar will close 1,000 stores following fourth-quarter loss
As I read the news about Dollar Tree and Family Dollar closing 1,000 stores following a fourth-quarter loss, I can’t help but reflect on my personal experiences with these discount retailers. From the severely under-staffed stores that are impossible to shop at to the filthy bathrooms that make me want to run out as fast as I can, these stores have always left a bad taste in my mouth.
I remember applying for a temporary job at one of these stores out of sheer boredom and curiosity, only to be met with disorganization and lack of management. The lack of training, supervision, and overall care for employees was evident from day one.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker