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When visiting any shopping mall in the Klang Valley or across Malaysia, it's hard to miss the popular Japanese clothing store, UNIQLO, known for its signature and energetic &ldquo;Welcome to UNIQLO!&rdquo; greeting from staff members.
While the enthusiastic greeting can sometimes catch shoppers off guard, especially in the typically quiet atmosphere of retail stores, many customers leave with positive impressions of their shopping experience.
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/671be1faea673176c90260614e8a10421d837a958f68ca2e93ea5c683f8316de" />
The store has also gained attention online for its attractive hiring advertisements, which offered retail associates a basic monthly salary of RM3,000. Compared to many full-time positions in Malaysia, this pay is considered relatively competitive.
Read: <a href="https://myc.my/articles/3891/msian-netizens-shocked-and-applaud-uniqlo-for-offering-retail-associates-a-basic-salary-of-rm3000">M&rsquo;sian Netizens Shocked &amp; Applaud UNIQLO For Offering Retail Associates A Basic Salary Of RM3,000</a>
Although the job may appear enticing at first glance, the reality of UNIQLO&rsquo;s work culture might come as a surprise to many. While some describe the environment as relatively laid-back, typical of retail work, the demanding long hours often reflect the job's inherent nature. However, recent grievances from former employees have shed light on increasing dissatisfaction with the company's management, highlighting concerns about its practices and policies.
UNIQLO&rsquo;s Instagram Post Gets Flooded With Dissatisfied Employees
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Recently, the well-known clothing brand posted on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DE6L_FOpOgj/?img_index=1">Instagram</a> to promote a sale for the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations. What seemed like a standard update quickly took an unexpected turn upon closer inspection of the comments section.&nbsp;
Instead of the usual enthusiasm for the sale, the post was flooded with complaints from individuals claiming to be former employees. They expressed dissatisfaction with UNIQLO&rsquo;s management, raising concerns about workplace conditions and practices.&nbsp;
Among the over 3,000 comments, many netizens chimed in by tagging friends to "spill the tea," transforming the post into a platform for grievances rather than festive excitement.
Netizens Balance Out The Views Of Alleged Staff Experiences
Scrolling through the comments section, some of the grievances raised by individuals include the unprofessional handling of annual leave requests, with instances of approved leave being abruptly cancelled.
&ldquo;I submitted my leave application three months ahead and even bought plane tickets. But just a week before the date, my leave was revoked, and they accused me of applying at the last minute,&rdquo; one user shared.
Others highlighted perceived unfairness in staff promotions, alleging favouritism within the workplace.
&ldquo;They only promote their preferred staff, even when their performance is poor,&rdquo; claimed a former UNIQLO employee.
Additionally, there were complaints about the company&rsquo;s poor work-life balance, despite offering relatively competitive salaries.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/fa91fa6ea037b942e2865d201ace908ba6418622954ffc74794f33848e9bec15" />
Reaction From UNIQLO 
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Despite the post being inundated with critical comments about its management, UNIQLO has yet to release a formal public statement addressing the matter.&nbsp;
However, when approached for clarification, the company promptly responded, stating that it is committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and respectful work environment for all employees. UNIQLO emphasised that it takes employee feedback seriously and is dedicated to addressing concerns raised by its staff.
While the truth behind these claims about UNIQLO&rsquo;s management remains uncertain, it&rsquo;s worth noting that some individuals who have worked part-time with the brand have shared positive experiences. For now, we can only wait to see if the company will issue a formal public statement to address the concerns raised.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments. 
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media &amp; various cross-references for context.
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Is everyone’s favourite leisure brand falling short when it comes to treating its staff right?

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UNIQLO’s CNY Sale Post Sparks Allegations Of Toxic Work Culture From Former Employees

UNIQLO’s CNY Sale Post Sparks Allegations Of Toxic Work Culture From Former Employees

Is everyone’s favourite leisure brand falling short when it comes to treating its staff right?

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