I don't understand why people say that it suits them to work here at BN and that for now they are not looking for anything better for themselves because they are waiting for employment. Is there a worse strategy? Unemployment is not that great at... — read more 

It wasn't that specific but it seems any post about this place gets taken down. Kinda proving the OP’s post about this place. Things will never change unless certain aspects of management are exposed stop protecting these people.

In the beginning I was unfortunately very picky so I missed two very good opportunities. I didn’t want to move to companies that aren’t the diametric opposite of this one. However, I haven’t been able to find any job for a long time now, and it’s... — read more 

So many people are complaining about BN but it's not as if you don't have a choice. I know this has been said before but I'll say it again: you chose every day to be unhappy. You have options. I still like my job. It could be I got lucky with people... — read more 

Managers where I work always feel threatened by High performers, don’t know why most people who work hard are sincere and are not trying to take anyone’s place I can’t imagine what the management culture is really like behind the scene to foster such... — read more 

I left here recently, but in the meantime I heard that BN got the Maine Community College System contract that Follet previously had. Is that true?

I became very aware of that a long time ago, that my skills are very replaceable and I started doing everything I could to expand my skills. It was hard, but it paid off because I found a new job without much trouble and I was no longer dependent on... — read more 

Is everyone achieving gold at their registers? Lol.

After the layoff, I entered a BN store for the first time as a customer. I can’t say if I felt worse as an employee or as a customer. The tension is equal. The employees were visibly upset and stressed out, so much so that I could hardly wait to... — read more 

A friend who works at another store recently complained that she has a lot of work to do and works hard. I don't know if she is exaggerating or if there is so much difference between the store where I work and the one she is at, since there is very... — read more 

You've probably been reading or hearing about several stores already planning to close, tempers are flaring and managements is on edge. Many employees have already quit given the daily unnecessary pressure they've been put under. If you haven't... — read more 

stores have been closing. that isn't news. stores are also opening. when leases are up stores close. welcome to retail. covid expedited that process. the restructuring refers to management positions, specifically the SIM, and then the new "expert... — read more 

I wonder how many people made a drastic turn and went into a completely different industry? After BN I didn’t have much choice, nor could I accept jobs like grocery stores or small restaurants. Eventually I turned my creative hobby into a small... — read more 

I doubt there are many more people who have such a bad relationship with a manager like I do. I don't think his attitude towards me is normal at all. Lately he even started yelling at me. The only thing worse is that colleagues who are afraid for... — read more 

Any news on rumored restructuring meetings this week?

I'm ashamed to still be working here. I feel really bad when people ask in surprise how come I still work here. I tried to find another job, but I still haven't had any success. My age is a big problem in looking for a new job and I am very aware... — read more 

The BN Membership drive is on and in full force at stores. I am so sick of hearing about how "now would be a great time to sign up for the membership". How about BN just start offering books at Amazon prices if they really want to be competitive. ... — read more 

And they have been for some time now. They have both their book oriented stores and their 4* stores. They're basically run by a single person, and everything is online oriented, no need for booksellers and cashiers. Kindles can be bought via... — read more 

a) you are in a comfort zone b) you are looking for a job but you can't find it c) The other options offered to you are much worse than the one you have now e) you hope for unemployment e) you have become apathetic and you don't care what... — read more 

This was said by someone too optimistic, that physical stores could regain momentum once the corona virus is under control. I do not believe that this will ever happen again, because there has simply been a complete paradigm shift, but anything is... — read more 

I would like to be optimistic and think that the things will improve here, but I am afraid that this company could even be shut down by the summer. That’s just my opinion. All indications are that this ship is sinking at high speed. Unfortunately... — read more 

I’m trying to find a new job as soon as possible because this has become a real circus and, unfortunately, I think it will get worse until BN becomes a thing of the past. However, I still can’t find an acceptable job and I’m slowly becoming... — read more 

Just gonna leave this here for reasons. Anyone who has been with BN long enough knows that short-staffing, unfair hiring/promotion decisions, inconsistent hours, and part time pay for full time responsibilities are par for the course. Please... — read more 

You don't like BN, I get that. Maybe you were not treated fairly when you were here or you were fired for no reason or you paid more for a book than it was on Amazon...whatever. But none of that is the fault of the employees (well, maybe the book... — read more 

Heard there will be some sort of meeting or “class” mid April (4/14-4/15) managers on the restructuring. Anyone have more details?

Its almost exclusive to management middle on up, theirs just a bad culture here and no one does anything about it, people are bullied, ganged up on by managers when you hold their little gossip sessions, booksellers talked over and shot down and... — read more 

I hear corporate is going to occupy the top two floors of the building, if so that’s going to s— big time for the poor booksellers who already have to deal with enough c-ap. Probably best to avoid applying here in the future, anyone ever work at... — read more 

I don't get what keeps this company together so that it does not fall apart and disappear. What kind of glue is it that still keeps it working somehow? The store I work in is so depressing that every day I expect to hear the news that tomorrow... — read more 

Sometimes I just don't get whether we, the remaining employees, are more lost or our manager who obviously is. It is clear to everyone that he no longer knows what he is doing, but pretends that he still things under control. He pretends very badly... — read more 

Some people I just don’t understand. The situation is desperate and sooner or later we will all have to leave here because the future of the company is not looking good. Still, some people act like BN is a place where they can build their careers... — read more 

Even after so many mistakes, the ldiots at Barnes & Noble are now blatantly sabotaging the company with, you'll never guess... another and new C-apPY NOOK! These losers will never learn. I am so glad I can sit back and laugh at the fools who... — read more 

I have noticed that people stay here even though nothing suits them completely because they are afraid of change and do not believe in their capabilities. I was like that myself and I was waiting to get laid off. Now I see that I didn’t have to wait... — read more 

I feel awful because I know my store could be closed because the atmosphere is awful and there are fewer and fewer customers. Unfortunately, ordinary workers cannot do anything to save any store. I used to have hope, but I’m losing it rapidly. I... — read more 

I've been seeing a lot of truth telling and well deserved attacks on B&N on sites like Facebook, Twitter, etc. "I would NEVER support a abusive company like BARNES & NOBLE who treats their employees worst than the garbage in their cafes. And by... — read more 

What do you think is the healthiest remaining part of this company? Is there anything left here that is still in good health? I saw someone write that the only thing worth saving from BN is the school textbooks, and they can go online for everything... — read more 

If you're looking now, good luck and do your research. Read reviews on sites like Indeed and even Yelp, you don't want to have to work for scum like this again! Exactly this, but I wanted to add to make sure to check out your potential future... — read more 

Curious how the new Area Manager , Cluster Manger Structure is working out? As a former SM I’m not sure how working for some of my peers would have worked. The structure is Daunts plan used in the UK stores. Are the SM’s embracing the Cluster... — read more 

How many of us stayed longer than planned at BN only because of COVID? I intended to leave just before the pandemic happened, but then I decided not to make any drastic changes, mostly out of insecurity. I felt like it was too late but I sincerely... — read more 

This question is not about layoffs, but I am still very interested in getting the answer. I would like someone who knows better how the business works tell me if BN can lower their prices, since it is certain that one of the reasons why many choose... — read more 

Since I was a kid I loved books and I wanted to work surrounded by books. I thought getting a job at B&N would be a dream come true. Sadly, this place turned what I thought would be a great experience into a nightmare. Three years later and I can't... — read more