Retail Workers Share Their Unforgettable Horror Stories As Black Friday Approaches

Black Friday, the day following Thanksgiving, is known for its deep discounts, massive crowds, and the official kickoff of the holiday shopping season. For customers, it's an opportunity to snag great deals, but for retail employees, it can be a challenging experience. Learn more

We went on a public forum to collect real stories from retail employees about the craziness that happens when the doors open to many excited shoppers. In a thread, these workers shared their most horrifying Black Friday stories, showing us the chaos behind the store counters. Learn more

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Fights Over Merchandise

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Inadequate Staffing

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Retail Workers Share Their Unforgettable Horror Stories As Black Friday Approaches

Terrifying Stampede

Fights Over Merchandise

Inadequate Staffing

Many shoppers mentioned the issue of inadequate staffing, which made things even worse. When there weren't enough workers to help all the customers, things got chaotic. There were super long lines, unhappy customers, and insufficient help, making it a challenging and stressful time for many workers.

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