Had a friend who's Father owns a 7-11 franchise , for 8 years he was not able to earn back the investment and was forced to close in the midst of pandemic due to lockdowns.
Oh man, I'm sorry to hear that. At least your friend's dad can take solace in the fact that he's not the only one struggling during these crazy times. I mean, who would have thought that owning a 7-11 could be such a risky investment? I guess it just goes to show that even the most seemingly stable businesses can be vulnerable in the face of a global pandemic. On the bright side, at least your friend's dad can say he gave it his best shot for eight whole years! That's more than most people can say for their failed business ventures. ;D
There was a huge scandal over 7-11 here in Australia about 4 years ago, the franchisees were drastically under paying the shift workers , who were almost all semi clueless immigrant workers with little or no idea of their minimum rights in the end the head franchisor was forced to repay millions to scammed workers. The franchisees almost to a man said that it was impossible to make money with the set up and the whole time the head office was fully aware of the problem as they had access to all the financials from the entire system. The whole thing was almost designed to fail to enable store churn.
what do you mean be drastically underpaying the workers? Are you saying they paid them in cash (instead of a check)? Because in America there is no such thing as underpaying retail workers, they make the minimum wage, the only way someone could be underpaid is if they didn't receive overtime pay.
@@JohnS-er7jh In Australia the minimum wage is about $19.80 Aus dollars per hour. Many of their employees are Indian or Sri lankan and presumably not aware of their working rights. Here most businesses pay their workforce via electronic deposits into their bank accounts, and by law are required to provide their workers with a paper pay slip. Franchisees got caught underpaying staff and were fined. Same thing has happened in the restaurant industry, where some very high profile owners have been caught doing the same.
@@JohnS-er7jh There are nationally mandated minimum wages here,( I think currently it is around $21.38 an hour). There is a tendency for these type of convenience shops to be owned by immigrants and they would employ foreign students and pay them $10 to $15 an hour, by law these students are only allowed to work a max of 20 hours a week or loose their visas so if they worked more than the 20 hours they were payed cash($5 to $10) and if they complained or demanded more$ they were told that they would be reported to immigration so either way they had them over a barrel.
Wow, that's some serious stuff. It's always a bummer when big companies take advantage of their workers, especially when those workers are already at a disadvantage. It's good to see that justice was served in the end, though. Let's hope that 7-Eleven has learned from this and is making sure all of its franchisees are treating their employees fairly in Australia.
Hey there! Wow, it sounds like you've had some pretty rough experiences with 7-11 stores. It's definitely not a good sign when a business isn't willing to invest in renovations and upkeep. But on the bright side, at least you know you can always count on 7-11 to be there for you in a pinch, even if the floors are a little creaky and the ceiling is falling apart. Maybe it's just part of the charm? Either way, I hope you're able to find a more aesthetically pleasing convenience store to satisfy your cravings.
Haha, sorry to burst your bubble, but not all 7-Elevens are created equal. Some are just better at hiding their flaws than others. But hey, at least we always know where to find our favorite Slurpee flavor, right?
I was doing my due diligence on this franchise, and found out nothing but horror stories exist for their current franchises. There's a huge lawsuit in California regarding the issue of the franchise forcing their owners to all sales earnings into the 7-11 trust account, and not their own bank accounts. 7-11 will take their cut and disperse the remaining to the franchisees. The hours are a constant complaint and their inability to keep employees; especially for nighttime hours. run far away from these guys
Wow, thanks for doing your research and sharing your findings with us! I mean, who wouldn't want to join a company with a lawsuit and a reputation for mistreating its franchise owners and employees? Sounds like a total dream come true. I'm sure 7-11 will totally take good care of us and not take their cut of all our hard earned money. And working endless hours with no support or appreciation? Sign me up! But seriously, thanks for the warning. I think I'll pass on this opportunity and stick to my day job flipping burgers at McDonald's.
I am a convenience store franchisee in Taiwan, and what this video said is true. 24hrs, forced to stock too much goods and food, then we eat expired food, open another store nearby your store... nowadays many CVS franchisees in Taiwan even can not earn their investment back when the 10 years contract is expired.
Wow, talk about a tough gig. It sounds like being a convenience store franchisee in Taiwan is the ultimate test of endurance. 24-hour shifts, stocking too much goods and food, and eating expired food. All while having another store open up right next to yours. It's like a never-ending cycle of retail hell. But hey, at least you can take comfort in the fact that you're not alone in this struggle. Many franchisees in Taiwan are facing the same struggles. Just remember, as the saying goes, 'When life gives you expired food, make expired food smoothie.' Keep pushing through, my friend.
I worked at a 711.it wasn't a bad job till they put me on nightshift,and the pay was ok for a teenager. You were given credit so you could get stuff from the store and pay on payday. The people that had the franchise never,ever seemed to make money.a person from corporate was always there telling them they had to make more money all the time.he got out of the franchise because it actually made his medical condition,a heart and lung issue worse and endangered his life.he lost alot of money in the end.
Wow, it sounds like you had quite the experience working at 7-11! I had no idea that the franchise owners were under such constant pressure to make money. And poor guy, having to deal with a heart and lung issue on top of all that stress. No wonder he had to get out. But at least you were able to make some spending money as a teenager, and I'm glad to hear that your former boss was able to prioritize his health and get out of the franchise before it did any more damage.
Wow, I had no idea convenience stores in Las Vegas relied on slot machines to stay afloat! I guess it makes sense though, with all the tourists and gamblers in the city. I guess the next time I'm feeling lucky, I'll skip the casino and head to the nearest 7-11 for some quick spins on the slots. Who knows, maybe I'll even win enough to buy myself a Slurpee with my winnings!
@@celebrityFameFinder Many of those stores will comp your drinks while you're playing (coffee and fountain drinks, not booze). Since 7-Eleven is franchised, policies vary from store to store. Machines in convenience stores tend to be tight, but if you're used to playing on the strip there won't be much difference.
Well, I guess it's a good thing I never became a store leader then! I like my profits and my job security too much. But seriously, it's always interesting to hear about the inner workings of different businesses. Thanks for sharing your insight! I guess the next time I'm at 7-11, I'll have to be extra grateful for those cheap Slurpee prices!
A video like this is long overdue. I never patronize these stores but instead get my household goods from super markets which they themselves are no good. Also just to add, Winchells Donuts and Yum Yum Donuts are in the same class of evil like 7-11's. My parents ran several of them in the Hollywood, CA area, worked long hours, customers loved our service and business was climbing. After more than 12 years of service to Winchells, they were fired and my Dad died of enlarged heart from working graveyard shifts baking donuts because employees were hard to find to fill that slot.
Great video, i have knowledge of this because i have owned and worked in a store myself. The employees are hard to find and you are getting yourself a job not a business with 7 11. The reality is somewhere in the middle but some points you mentioned are true.
I have friends who are franchisees of the 7-11 in Taiwan, I always joke that why they have to pay and beg the 7-11 headquarters to get a job that they are not even allowed to take a sick day off. I live in a small town where the 7-11 are just everywhere… (Taiwan, ROC have like 3000 7-11 stores on a small island….)
@@kevinintaichung Oh man, I totally agree with you about the 7-11s in Taiwan! I went there before too and was blown away by how everywhere you looked there was another one. And the food and service really is no joke - it's outstanding. It's a shame that 7-11s in other countries don't quite measure up. Maybe they should take a cue from their Taiwanese counterparts.
@@celebrityFameFinder they are really successful here indeed, but the workers work load is beyond imagination… standard shop they have two worker per day shifts, and the am shift is pretty often fill by the franchisees as it’s difficult to find long term worker for that shift. They have to stock the shelves, check the goods that delivered, fill or change the hot food section, taking parcels and service the people picking parcels, photocopying for customers, keep the shop floor and the surrounding clean, clean the toilet…. I think I haven’t listed them all yet.. I personally am really impressed and have enjoyed the convenience they offer, but owning a shop or working for them would be a very different story. 😵😵😵
I’ve worked for small mom & pop stores like 7-11,pizzarias,flower shops….. they looked at you like you were expendable,no matter how hard I worked for them
Oh wow, sounds like you've had a rough time working for small businesses. I'm sorry they treated you like you were disposable, even though you worked hard for them. At least now you can say you've had experience working for a variety of different mom & pop stores. Maybe you should consider starting your own business and being the boss for once! Then you can treat your employees like the expendable creatures they are insert evil laugh. Just kidding, I'm sure you'll be a fair and kind boss. Keep grinding, it'll all be worth it in the end! :)"
I drive a delivery truck and use to stop at one 7 11 along my route, well it's a month or so I haven't been there so I decided to stop in and get a soft drink and a bag of ice and I saw all the prices on everything have double, I walked out with out buying anything.
@@celebrityFameFinder nope I have done it many times after comparing prices here in NYC bodegas and of course supermarkets like stop and shop which are 100% cheaper (a 2 dollar drink is a dollar at stop and shop). I don't buy for convenience or I am lazy. I buy based on math. I am surprised 7-11 stays in business at all. terribly overpriced and they are all trash fast food too. nothing is made fresh and no vegetables in its sandwiches
Ha ha, don't worry about that 7-11 owner, they're probably just tired from counting all those slushie flavors and trying to keep track of the Big Gulps. But seriously, it's good that this video has opened your eyes to the struggles of small business owners. They deserve some appreciation, even if they don't always have the cheeriest demeanor. Just don't go asking them for a Slurpee refill, they probably have enough on their plate as it is
I've never personally met an unsuccessful 7-11 Owner. The one that owns a couple of stores in the area I grew up in has owned them for 40+ years. Also the parent company was bought by a Japanese Licensee (If anyone every wondered why there are so many in Japan, that's why) They became so big they turned around and bought the entire company.
Wow, who knew 7-11 was such a successful venture? I mean, I always just assumed they were the go-to spot for late night Slurpee cravings and packs of cigarettes. But 40+ years of ownership and being bought out by a Japanese licensee? Impressive. I guess I need to reconsider my career goals and start working on becoming the next 7-11 mogul. Maybe I'll open up a store in Japan, since that's where all the real money is at apparently. Or maybe I'll just stick to my current job as a professional Netflix binger and leave the 7-11 empire building to the pros. Either way, cheers to the successful 7-11 owners out there!
Hello Oblivieon, at one time decades ago, it was lucrative but over the decades, Corporate would continue to chip away at the profits of the franchisee owners. They would constantly turn the screws on us. My family was involved in the chain since the 1970's and recently sold our only two stores. In the beginning many of our friends who were franchisee owners all wanted to grow and buy more stores. However, over the recent years, that attitude has changed. Many of my friends who I know that are owners and that I would meet regularly with at our Franchise Association Meetings have decided not to grow their network of stores. Their main reasons for not wanting any more stores is due to 7-11 Corporate and them constantly chipping away at the owners profits to the point where it is simply not an attractive opportunity longer and an opportunity with growing risk. I do know some owners that are making good money but they constantly battle with 7-11 Corporate. It is very political as well. Franchisee owners should do their best to remain on the good side of 7-11 Corporate. Otherwise, 7-11 will make their lives difficult.
Some friends of ours once had a 7-11 franchise. The company wanted them to add gas pumps at their expense. When they would not do this. 711 foreclosed on the contract and took the store away from them. They had zero recourse. In the end they were really just managers for 7-11 . And they payed through the nose to do so. Check any franchise contract thoroughly…………
Wow, that sounds like a total 7-11 screw job. I guess you really can't trust those Slurpee-slinging corporate giants. Glad I stick to my locally-owned convenience stores. At least I know I'm not just a pawn in some big corporation's game. But hey, at least your friends got to experience the joys of being a 7-11 manager, like dealing with late-night drunks and trying to get the nacho cheese machine to work. All that fun for the low, low price of having your store taken away from you. Sounds like a deal!
For 35 years I called on 7/11 stores, they were not at all competitive in their pricing, poor inventory control and their technology was so advanced none of the store personnel had any ideal how to use it. I was saddened when I heard 7/11 bought Speedway out, talking about a dog buying a thoroughbred😂🤣😂🤣
Wow, it sounds like you had quite the experience calling on 7-11 stores over the years. It's definitely not a good sign when a business has poor pricing, inventory control, and technology that even the employees don't know how to use. And I can see why you might be concerned about 7-11 buying out Speedway, it definitely seems like an odd match. But hey, sometimes opposites attract and who knows, maybe 7-11 can turn things around and bring some much-needed improvements to the table.
Well, the world is big, there must be kind soul operating a employee- friendly business. Just…. Like my channel, no revenue but still spend hours of time producing videos :)
My boyfriend and I started working at a 7/11 as a part time job on the weekends as we work full time during the week and when I tell you it’s horrible. The pay is terrible but it was/is the only option available atm. The things I know now after working for them for a little while is something. Hope we both can walk away from working there just a little while longer 🙏🏽
I'd work at a walmart or anything similar over a convenient store/gas station 100%. Way less work, at 16~ an hour. Worked at a speedway for about a month before I realized I was wasting my own time.
Ugh, working a part-time job on top of a full-time job sounds like a recipe for exhaustion. And unfortunately, it sounds like the pay at 7-Eleven isn't exactly helping matters. Here's hoping you both can find a better situation soon. Hang in there!
Wow, who knew that 7-Eleven was the master of strategic location planning?! I'm amazed by that fact. But what more amazing is that it looks like we have a genius on our hands! I'm so impressed that you were able to piece together the mystery of the two 7-Elevens. I mean, I'm sure it took a lot of hard work and dedication to come to that conclusion. Keep up the good work, detective!😂
@@celebrityFameFinder Are you trying to sound like a jerk? I appreciated your video, but your reply sounds like you're mocking me. At no point did I say I researched why there were two stores across from each. I just came across your video and everything made sense.
@@shygorilla8082 Hey there, I apologize if my comment came across as rude or mocking. That was not my intention at all, and I deeply apologize if I offended you in any way. Sometimes when I'm trying to add a bit of personality or humor to my comments, I can come across as snarky or sarcastic. That's definitely not my intention, and I'm sorry if it came off that way. I just want to clarify that I really do appreciate every single viewer and comment on my channel. And if you looked at my comment section, I try to reply to as many comments as I can, and not like other RU-vidrs surface reply (Thanks for your kind support,etc..) and I always try to include some thoughts and bit of my personality in my replies ( often 100+ words per reply) . It's important to me to connect with my viewers and build a community on my channel. One of the reasons I like to add a bit of sarcasm or personality to my comments is that it often leads to more replies and engagement on the video. When people reply to my comments, it helps boost the engagement rate on the video, which can then lead to a boost in the RU-vid algorithm. It's not the only reason I do it, but it's definitely a factor. Or you can just call me sneaky :)
Used to run a gas station with a convenience store 24/7 for almost 2 years. It was the worst time of my life. I felt trapped. Never a day gone by where I had a peaceful night sleep. The 3rd shift guy didn't show up, no staff during weekends and public holidays. Suspected one guy was stealing and some staff didn't get along with each other. At the end, I gave up the franchise after 2 years. Went back to being an employee. I felt a ton of bricks have been removed from my shoulder. Never again to run a 24/7 business.
do it with your wife for 2-3 years, hoard cash, then go back to your home country and live like a king. many have done that, even as yellow cab drivers here in New York City...
Yikes, it sounds like running a 24/7 gas station and convenience store was a real nightmare for you. It's understandable why you would want to leave that kind of high-stress environment behind and go back to being an employee. It's important to prioritize your own well-being and mental health, and it sounds like you made the right decision for yourself. Here's hoping for more peaceful nights of sleep and less drama in your future!
I also worked for 7-11 ,just to keep my job I had to suck it up,meaning if I worked 3-11,my boss would ask me to do overtime and work the next shift (11-7)& I was obligated to say yes
Haha, I totally feel your pain! I used to work at a gas station and my boss would do the same thing. It's like they think we have no lives outside of work. But hey, at least we got to fuel up on free Slurpee's and Hot Cheetos to get us through the long shifts. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good all-nighter fueled by caffeine and junk food?
Pretty much par for the course for franchised businesses. As my father always said, if it was profitable for the company to open and run a business, they'd be doing it. If they're trying to get someone else to run it for them, it means they're trying to outsource the risk and expense but keep the profits. Franchisees are suckers and dupes who fall for a slick sales pitch and a bunch of empty promises. Don't be a sucker!
Ha ha, I couldn't agree more! My dad always told me the same thing. It's like they're trying to sell you a shiny new car, but they forget to mention that it's missing a few parts and the engine is on its last leg. And then they expect you to pay them a percentage of the profits! Just make sure to do your research and don't be a sucker like some of us may have been in the past 😂
My parents were 7-11 owners for decades. So naturally I started working in them at 8 years old working when they bought their first 7-11. I went every day after school and on weekends as a child (typically working double shifts on weekends). As a grade school child my parents had me working 50+ hours weeks. My grade school teachers accused me of working too much (like I had a choice) as my parents would take me to work in the stores instead of school countless times. Dad, in addition to physically abusing me with wire clothes hangers, wooden hangers, thick leather military belts, etc. was an alcoholic and philandering with the female staff behind Mom's back (I witnessed it) and he eventually confessed to me on his death bed that he bought one of his mistress female managers a house (with money that should have gone to our family of course). I had witnessed him regularly giving one of his mistress's kids countless bags of groceries (his mistress was married just like Dad was to Mom). He had a double life. Mom nearly divorced Dad then. Mom and Dad always struggled to get help for the 7-11 stores and so while in high school and college I worked countless hours and literally full weekends. Dad "never" paid me for working for him at 7-11, he said my room and board at home was my pay. He did give money to the other siblings and spoiled my youngest sister with convertible sports cars, her own beautiful apartment and generous paychecks all while she worked very little. So, I had to get an additional job while in school to make my personal money. An example of my week was to go to school and then work at the 7-11 immediately after class. Dad would yell at me if I did not race to the store after class. On Friday, I would go to school all day, and then wait tables at a local restaurant which ended at 11 pm and then go straight to 7-11 by midnight to work the graveyard (now they call it sunrise shift). Countless times, my shift which was supposed to end the next morning at 8 am but would literally go until Sunday night or Monday morning. My parents would call me at the store and say, "Oh we have a no-show, can you work another 8 hours?" I had countless 50+ hour shifts like that where I would take a nap in between customers as the bell would ring during graveyard shift when customers would walk in. When a second worker would come, I would have time to take a longer nap like 20-30 minutes until it got real busy. That is true in the video, how we were not allowed to close at 7-11. One time, when I was in high school, we had a no-show employee for the graveyard shift, so being 15 years old at the time, Dad drove me to the store at 11 pm to work graveyard. When he was leaving he showed me a newspaper article that showed the artist rendering of a serial killer that was described in the newspaper article of going around to 7-11s in very early morning, zip-tying the clerks, robbing the store, and then killing the clerks by gunshot. 7-11 corporate did not allow us to close the store regardless of the killer so I had to work. That entire night, we hardly had any customers and I felt like I was experience an 8-hour straight anxiety attack just waiting for the shift to end with hopefull no killer. I attended college and I felt like Dad did everything to keep me from graduating. When I graduated, he wanted me to stay working for him and manage my own store under him. I asked him if I would start to get paid and he was very vague about it telling me not to worry about the profits as the profits would all go in a big pot that would be split up among Mom, him and me (lol). Obviously, his goals was to have me continue to work for free for him. I actually was on payroll but Mom and Dad would cash my paychecks in their bank accounts and then they claimed me on their taxes as a dependent. That of course stopped once I graduated from college and left that living hell. Mom and Dad eventually passed. We had 4 siblings and Mom put in her will for my sister and me to have one store and the other brother and sister to take the other store. I knew how to run the store so I took over the reigns no problem. However, I had to deal with 7-11 Corporate who is evil. The local District Manager's nickname among 7-11 owners was "The Anti-Christ." So the Anti--Christ, once Mom and Dad passed, took over one of the stores, claiming contract violations. My younger brother and sister alcoholic and drug users and were clueless and just let 7-11 take over the store. So I had to negotiate it back from 7-11 and negotiate the right to sell it and then sell and negotiate the sale of the store to a new owner. The store, at the time, was losing money but I managed to sell it for $550,000. It was hell selling that store because my older sister was Trustee for Mom's estate and not business savvy, we had a terrible trust attorney and then my younger brother and sister were clueless alcoholic drug addicts who had hire some idiot clueless attorneys to represent them in the trust proceedings. I had planned to take over Mom's 7-11 store that she willed to me but 7-11 told me that I did not pass their approval process to own the store. So I told them, I had worked in that store for decades, I have an MBA from a Top 10 University, I have assets, business experience, etc. They could never give me a reason why I did not pass their franchisee approval process. And then legal problems were mounting with them as I was running the 7-11 store I was given by Mom. The legal issues with 7-11 became so great, I decided to sell the store and sold it for $750,000 as it was a profitable store. A couple 7-11 Corporate Franchise Sales idiots told me I would be "lucky" to sell the two stores for $1,000,000 total. I ended up selling the stores for far over that at $1,300,000. And during the process they were trying to stifle me and also attempted to keep the proceeds from the $550,000 store sale. In the end after selling both stores, it was such hell dealing with them that I was shocked I made it through with the full proceeds. That 7-11 Corporation treated my family and me like trash after decades of hard work and service.
Oh wow, your story really hit me. It's hard to even comprehend the amount of work you had to do as a child, and the fact that your father was physically abusive and unfaithful just adds another layer of trauma to your experience. It's so unfair that your parents treated you like this, and it's no wonder you felt like your father was trying to keep you from graduating college. It sounds like you had to work extra hard and get an additional job just to make your own money, and even then, your parents were cashing your paychecks and claiming you as a dependent on their taxes. It's so wrong that you were essentially working for free for your own parents. I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to work in a 7-11 all night, knowing that there was a serial killer targeting those stores. That must have been absolutely terrifying, and it's ridiculous that corporate wouldn't let you close the store for your own safety. It's a wonder you were able to make it through that shift without having a full-blown anxiety attack. I'm glad to hear that you were able to graduate college and move on from that situation, but it's clear that you had a really tough start in life. Hang in there and try to focus on the positive things in your life. It sounds like you're a survivor, and that's something to be proud of.
@@ricoriofrer3706 Hi Rico, thank you for your words. Yes, it is actually 100% accurate. Sorry for that long vent of mine. I viewed that very well made and true video on 7-11 and it triggered me to write that story. There are even more depressing, and hard--to-believe elements about the story. For example, I recall being in grade school, sitting in my bedroom doing homework if I did not work at the 7-11 that day. I would hear Dad walk in my bedroom after he arrived home from work. Sometimes he would be in a rage and other times he would be very calm. Regardless of his behavior though it would end up with him taking off his thick leather belt and I would start to scream knowing what was about to happen. He would then yell at me to remove my clothes and would forcefully take them off if I did not and then just start whipping me with his thick military-style leather belt all over my body. Other tools he would use to abuse me included binding 5-8 wire clothes hangers together to whip me or use wooden clothes hangers, but he stopped using wooden hangers because they would always break on my body and when they broke, he would have to stop the beating to retool. I would always get very bad welts, bruises and often blood. This was all for no reason that I was aware of as I was a studious, respectful kid (the most successful in school and best athlete out of the four siblings). I hate to say it, but Dad was honestly one of the sickest and twisted, narcistic sociopaths that I had ever met in my life. Mom at one point found child pornography in his car so I always wondered if he got some sick, twisted thrill out of beating my young, naked body so badly. As an adult I had approached him multiple times about why he abused me. His response was always the same, "Son, I don't know what abuse you are talking about. I would never, never hurt you or even touch you in a wrong way." On his death bed, I went to his care facility to attempt to ask him once more about why he abused me, but it was too late. He was dying from cancer, was losing his voice and went from weighing 250 lbs as a collegiate athlete to weighing 80 lbs days before he passed. I still thanked him for bringing me into the world and parenting me. When I had thanked him for parenting me (even though he was a horrifically bad parent), he finally broke down for once by replying to me, "Son, I am sorry for all of the bad things that I did to you throughout your life." He confessed to more of his sins of his philandering and told me about all the money he gave to his last mistress and the house he secretly bought that mistress, and he passed a few days after but really couldn't talk much after that day he told me those words.
@@kc3678 HI KC, thank you for your note Canadian friend. Yes, fortunately, I have moved onto better things. I am an eternal optimist as well so going through all that, as an optimist, I am extremely thankful for it as that experience built high levels of resilience, hyperawareness, a strong work-ethic, personal-fortitude and an ability to overcome difficulties. And it taught me a healthy lifestyle as well as I had to get pack on muscle and learn martial arts at a young age to defend myself against my abusive parents. As an example of how growing up like that benefited me, as an adult, I went to work for a global tech company and was assigned to their slowest least successful division, the Asia-Pacific Markets division. After the prior sales execs in my position all failed, I had succeeded in the high-pressure position and in addition to making it the highest growth division at that company, I became the #1 ranked sales executive in the company out of 700 global sales execs and as a result my engineer became the #2 ranked engineer. Thanks again for your comment.
What a very well edited video! Most videos of this type are okay just to listen to but the graphics, pictures and videos were of the highest quality. Regarding 7-Eleven, I agree with all of your points but you did not answer the two biggest questions: 1. Why is this company still booming after 95 years of being in business. 2. Why are people still purchasing 7-Eleven franchise which includes even current owners who have multiple franchises.
It sounds like you really enjoyed the visual elements of the video! As for your questions about 7-Eleven, it's definitely true that the company has had a long and successful history. It's possible that their success is due to a combination of factors, such as a strong brand, a convenient location in neighborhoods and along major roads, and a wide range of products and services that appeal to a diverse customer base. As for why people still purchase 7-Eleven franchises, it could be that they see the opportunity for a profitable business and are willing to take on the challenges and responsibilities that come with it. What I typed here may contradict what I mentioned in the video, but there's really a lot of factors and not able to cover in a 9 mins video. But thank you for bringing up these important questions! We apologize that they were not addressed in the video. Once again, thank you for your feedback and for helping us to improve our content. We appreciate your support and look forward to providing you with more informative and engaging material in the future :)
Wow, 18 years at 7-11? You must be a pro at handling those Big Gulps and Slurpee spills. I bet you could work the cash register with your eyes closed. But seriously, it's a shame that such a profitable company doesn't offer more for its employees. Maybe they should start selling employee happiness along with those overpriced chips and candy bars.
Well, I guess 7-11 is just trying to confuse us all with their weird hours. Maybe they're secretly part of a government conspiracy to keep us all on our toes. Or maybe they just really love their sleep and don't want to be bothered by us pesky customers during the day. Either way, I'm just glad I have my trusty 7-11 coffee mug to keep me going through the night.
Well I guess we can officially call you the ultimate globetrotter! Next stop, outer space? I bet you could find some extraterrestrial beings to hang out with. Or maybe you could be the first person to discover a new planet and name it after yourself. The possibilities are endless with your world-exploring skills! Keep on traveling and sharing your adventures with us all.
Interesting video, and likely correct on most points. Several 7-Eleven stores here have closed, and none have ever become convenience stores again. One was re-purposed into a medical marijuana dispensary, one was repurposed into a fast food restaurant, but most ended up being demolished. As the video explains, opening a business as a franchise is FAR worse compared to opening as an unaffiliated (mom-and-pop) small business. If you open a mom-and-pop convenience store, at least you don't have a corporate HQ forcing you to be open 24/7 if nighttime sales do not support it, forcing you to stock merchandise that does not sell, dictating retail pricing, and taking a huge percentage of your gross sales for the privilege.
Wow, thanks for sharing your experience with 7-Eleven closures in your area! It's definitely interesting to see how these convenience stores have been repurposed or demolished. And you're right, opening a business as a franchise can definitely be worse than starting your own small business. It's always good to have some independence and freedom to make your own decisions, rather than being dictated to by a corporate headquarters. But hey, at least we have a medical marijuana dispensary and fast food restaurant to visit now instead of a 7-Eleven! That's a small silver lining, right?
I guess those "closed" signs are just a sneaky way for the 7-Eleven workers to catch a quick power nap while still technically being open for business to avoid breaking the contract
@@carlbowles1808 There are no franchise fees. You just buy the license to use another's product under their guidelines and that's it. Like Daylight Donuts, no place is the same but the items are.
Haha, I can see why you'd think that! But let's not forget that 7-11 has been around for almost 100 years and has thousands of successful franchise owners. It's not all doom and gloom, but I can understand why you might feel that way after hearing this story. Maybe we should all invest in some picket signs and march on the corporate headquarters, demand fair treatment for all the little guys out there. Or, you know, we could just stick to our local convenience store and hope for the best.
1. No additional night shift employee? Humans can't work like machines... 2. Why HQ dictates what the particular 7-11 has to stock? Shouldn't the stock of the store be based on demand in the area the store is located in? 3. The company just goes to the area and tries to build a new store and kick out the first owner? Might as well have people open their own shop instead of doing this "franchise" thing.
Thanks so much for taking the time to summarize the entire video! It's always great to see someone taking in all the information and really understanding the content. Keep up the good work!
Had a 7-11 open down the street from my house, new building with six gas pumps, they lasted six months as a franchise since three more opened in the area, one less than a mile away in a main road with a lot of traaffic.
Wow, talk about intense 7-11 competition. It's like the Wild West of convenience stores. I bet the competition between those corner stores is fierce. I can just imagine the 7-11 employees standing outside with megaphones, shouting "Come to our store! We have the best Slurpee flavors!" Just kidding, but seriously, the competition is very scary.
👍Wonder why they're only picking on 7-11? Franchises ARE operated as Franchises after all. P.S. 7-11/ Japan looks the same but operate at a superior level than here. (Primarily because it is not a crime like it is here in the US)
Ha! You're right about that. But still if I being honest, I have to admit that 7-Eleven is my favorite franchise . I mean, where else can you get a Slurpee and a bag of beef jerky at 2 AM?
Haha, well I guess some people just have a knack for finding the worst possible situation to put themselves in. But hey, at least delivering pizzas is a reliable gig. Plus, you get to see all the weird and wonderful places people live. Plus, you get to witness the true depths of human desperation when they see that delicious pizza and realize they left their wallet at home. It's a rollercoaster of emotions, really.
I think if people opened up a 7-11 store without the 7-11 branding they would do great. All they need to do is get similar style products, and do it your way. I dont see the value of franchises like 7-11
Hahaha, that's a hilarious idea! Maybe we can call it the "Mystery Convenience Store" and make it a game for customers to try and guess which franchise we're secretly copying. And while we're at it, let's throw in some fake branding and see if anyone notices. You know, just for fun. But seriously, I totally agree with you. Sometimes the value of franchises can be questionable. Maybe it's time to branch out and try something new!
When you walk into 7 11 in Sydney Australia, the staff are just to busy on their phones, no custom service skills, no eye contact… 99% of them don’t speak English but Indish or Pakish.
Wow, sounds like a real nightmare. But hey, at least they're probably too busy texting their loved ones back home in India or Pakistan to notice you complaining. Bonus points for the cultural diversity, am I right?
local 7-11 franchise owner was murdered with an employee during a robbery a few months ago. Happened just after midnight but with this video it makes sense why he was on the night shift.
I can't even begin to imagine the pain and trauma that the family and loved ones of the 7-11 owner and employee must be going through. It's truly heart-breaking to hear about a tragedy like this occurring in our community. My thoughts and condolences go out to those affected by this devastating loss. Rest in peace to the 7-11 owner and employee, may they find peace and justice.
Now I know why they don't like to sell products that are on the promotion price. Many times they don't even honor it even though it's clearly advertised on their displays.
Hey there! Congrats on owning your own business! I bet nobody can take advantage of you now...except for maybe the IRS, but hey, at least you're in charge of your own destiny. Just make sure to keep an eye out for those pesky competitors trying to steal your secrets and ideas. Good luck on your entrepreneurial journey!
To the extent of committing suicide I got to just be honest and pay for a one-way flight to 7-Eleven headquarters and have a meeting with the CEO you know a face-to-face talk over a cup of coffee since you're going to commit suicide.. some people don't deserve to live and I don't think that would include franchisee of 7-Eleven
Wow, that's some heavy stuff. I'm glad you're looking for a face-to-face talk with the CEO instead of taking drastic measures. But I have to say, 7-Eleven coffee might not be strong enough to save your life. Maybe try a double espresso from a fancy coffee shop instead? Just kidding (kind of). Remember, you are not alone and there is always help available. Let's try to keep things in perspective and find healthier ways to cope with the challenges we face.
Oh absolutely, the dark side of 7-Eleven definitely comes out at night. I mean, it's just common sense, right? During the day, it's all sunshine and rainbows at the convenience store, but as soon as the sun goes down, all sorts of craziness can happen. But hey, at least we always know where to go for those late night munchies! 😉
Nice video. Especially the part about the profit sharing. I think you could have displayed the calculation of the profit sharing and how end up with $4.5 less a bit clearer if showed on a spreadsheet maybe. I had to calculate it out myself to fully understand. Still though, great video very informative
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7-11 is no good. Bad food. That’s why I always thought… “why I never see people buying their rubbish and yet they keep ordering more?” Terrible pyramid scheme
Haha I know right? 7-11 is a total rip off. But you know what they say, "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, well I guess I'm just a sucker for terrible pyramid schemes and gross food." Keep on trucking though, maybe one day we'll finally see the light and stop supporting this terrible establishment. Or maybe we'll just keep ordering more rubbish because we're addicted to the thrill of a good pyramid scheme.
First time viewer of this channel. I had no idea about anything like this, this is really screwed up. I grew up and have lived in rural areas my whole life and have never known anyone who ran a franchise of any type. But reading through the comments here, people are saying pretty much all franchises are the same. It's really depressing to hear how much of a struggle running these types of places is.
Hey there! Thanks for checking out our channel! We're glad you stumbled upon us. As for your comment about being shocked by the reality of running a franchise, don't worry, you're not alone. It's a tough world out there, especially when it comes to the fast food industry. But hey, at least you get to wear a cool hat and apron! Just kidding, we know it's not all sunshine and rainbows. But don't let that discourage you! It's not all bad. There are definitely upsides to running a franchise - like being your own boss, making your own schedule, and potentially even making a decent living. And who knows, maybe you'll be the one to revolutionize the fast food industry and make it all rainbows and sunshine! (Okay, maybe not all rainbows and sunshine, but you get the idea.) So don't be too depressed by the struggles of running a franchise. It's not all bad, and who knows, maybe you'll be the one to change the game!
Ha, I know right? It's like the universe is just mocking us now, giving us a place to buy Slurpees and doughnuts at all hours of the day, even though the name suggests otherwise. I mean, who needs sleep anyways? Just fuel up on caffeine and sugar and keep on truckin' through the night. 7-Eleven: keeping you awake and hyper since 1927
Remember who "the house is." You should see going in who is "the house" and who is the boss. It's like dealing with a credit card company....they write the "agreements" you sign and while franchisees feel important and wealthy at first, reality kicks in quickly and you see that you paid a lot of money up front to be a glorified manager.
Well, it's not exactly like they're trying to win the 'Best Employer' award. I mean, they're in the business of torturing their franchisees, not treating them like royalty. Maybe they're just hoping to win the 'Most Sadistic Employer' award instead? Or maybe they're just hoping to set a new record for how many lawsuits they can rack up in a year. Either way, it's not exactly a winning strategy, but hey, at least they're consistent in their mistreatment, right?
7-11 has RIPOFF prices. corner bodegas all across NYC and its boroughs are FAR cheaper for the same exact product like a Red Bull drink or that same ounce bag of potato chips.
Uh oh, sounds like 7-Eleven might want to watch out for those cutthroat corner bodegas! It's always a bummer when you can find the same products for cheaper elsewhere. But hey, at least 7-Eleven has the convenience factor going for it. Maybe next time you're in a rush and need to grab a quick snack, you can justify the extra cost by telling yourself it's worth it for the added convenience. Or you can always try negotiating a bulk discount for those potato chips. You never know, you might just get a deal. ;)
Wow, that's definitely a unique way to save on labor costs! I mean, who needs to be open 24/7 when you have a built-in excuse for not being open at night? "Sorry, we can't serve you a burger right now because someone was just shot in the parking lot. But come back tomorrow, maybe they'll have missed you this time! On a more serious note, I'm sorry to hear about the situation in LA and hope that things will get better soon. It's never okay for anyone to feel unsafe in their own community, and I hope that the authorities are able to find a solution to this problem. Stay safe out there!
I loved this video and I hope other RU-vidrs cover 7-11s strange rules as you have. Although to be honest the editing is really strange, I get the feeling your trying to sound like “the richest” while explaining the issues of 7-11 like “company man” and the content being a combo of many other channels. I feel that if you make a few changes your channel can and will gain notoriety! One thing I’d like to hear from you is your personal opinions on your current topic and why you side with that opinion.
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If you have not been to 7-Eleven, in Thailand, you have not lived. They are everywhere and beloved by Thais tourists and ex-pats. They are clean, spotless and friendly . They are not dirty or sleazy like 7-11s in the USA. Cute check out girls. There is one or 2 on every block in Bangkok. 😆There is nothing you cannot find. Absolutely fabulous🙏🙏🙏🙏
Some of the 7-Elevens in the US look like third world management from India, that run them. And a lot of them have an attitude of; "hay customer.... I'm doing you a favor. Oh ya... it's us versus you. And if you don't like it, get out". And a lot of it, I think, has to do with thier old and outdated caste system. How does the caste system work in India? It is a social hierarchy passed down through families. And it's also an attitude from thier core and basic belief. Also I notice, they dominate the IT industry, in the US. And once they're in your organization. They're going to dominate and control your business because they're only going to work with their relatives or friends that have the same caste. This does not only apply to the individuals from india. It also applies to a lot of other cultures or nationalities as well. I've walked into businesses or had a entry level position. And the thing I have noticed is. There are businesses that only have people from China working there, or Mexico or from the Philippines etc.... When I see that sort of thing, I generally will not come back to that business. When i, as a consumer see a diverse workplace. That's what I continue to buy goods and services from that business. Now getting back to the 7-Elevens. And then there's the; "price gouging" aspect of it. Therefore I avoid they're bad attitudes, poorly maintained stores, and being price gouged.
do they sell healthy fast food there Ala subway sandwiches without the mayo and oils? would be a nice feature overseas. it's all fast food deep fried nasty grease here in usa at 7-11 joints
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In Ottawa (Canada), 7-11 has left the market completely. The 7-11 stores left have been sold to to Quickie Convenience Store chain which is owned by MacEwen Patroleum.
Looks like 7-11 hit the snooze button one too many times and missed their alarm to stay in the game. Looks like Quickie Convenience Store is taking over and MacEwen Patroleum is the new boss in town. Time to stock up on Slurpee's and Big Bites before they're gone forever. #ByeBye711
Wow, I never knew being an ex 7 Eleven owner was a qualification for being a good friend! But seriously, I'm glad you have a knowledgeable and experienced friend to turn to for advice. Now if only I had an ex 7 Eleven owner in my life, I could finally solve the mystery of which Slurpee flavor is the best (although I'm pretty sure it's the Blue Raspberry).
Ah, 7/11. The bane of my existence. But hey, at least they're giving the franchisees something to complain about instead of just being bored at work. And let's be real, if they hadn't made a comeback, we wouldn't have those delicious Slurpee drinks to help numb the pain of our mundane lives. So cheers to 7/11, for providing us with sugar-filled misery and giving the little guy something to gripe about.
Successful 711 owner here in Michigan, there are ways around not being 24 hours, and if your 711 is busy you’re making very good money, also you’re not forced to order what you don’t want or the amount, I’m not sure if Japan is like that, and what expires you write off and receive 25% back of the cost so you’re not losing all your money
Haha, well congratulations on being a successful 711 owner in Michigan! I bet you have all the Slurpee and beef jerky your heart desires. And wow, I had no idea there were ways to avoid being open 24 hours. That's definitely a game changer. You're basically a 711 wizard, my friend.
Well, if you're looking for a little excitement in your life, just hang out at your local 7-11 for a few more late night visits. Eventually, someone will come along and clean it out... or maybe you'll be the one doing the cleaning out. Either way, it's bound to be a wild ride. Just remember to bring a flashlight and a good pair of running shoes.
Well, opening my own convenience store would definitely be a dream come true! But let's be real, I don't have the millions of dollars it takes to start a business from scratch. Plus, I'm pretty sure 7-Eleven has some secret formula for making those Slurpee's that I'll never be able to recreate. So for now, I'll stick to being a loyal customer and leave the franchise ownership to the professionals.
@@breadfan9 That's irrelevant if you're gonna treat the franchise owners and employees like that. I was in retail for several years and never would've put up with that bs. I've quit a few of those jobs while telling them off.
Thanks for the kind words! It's definitely not cool when companies take advantage of their employees or customers. It's important to bring these things to light so that we can hold companies accountable and make sure they're doing right by everyone. But hey, at least we can all enjoy this video and forget about the negative stuff for a little bit. #Let'sFocusOnThePositive
I will say this. Compucom, the tech consultant that deals with 711 repairs like its servers and POS systems, have one of the worse partnerships in the Break-Fix industry. I've worked for compucom for 7 years and when we won the 711 contract to repair their equipment, I started to hate what I did. Compucom bent over unconditionally and let 711 drag them through the mud. I was one of those guys who worked on their equipment. When we first started, ever single call was a sev 1(critical system down) on literally every call. It was an absolute nightmare. Techs on my team would be working on other things and had to completely drop what we was doing just to get to 711 within a promised time. We had to notify our back office that we was on the way and had only an hour to get there before we blew our promise times. If we missed our promise times, Compucom would get hit with massive fees. The agreements that were established at the time of the contract was unrealistic. This shady business practice drove a lot of compucom field techs out of the field. I held on for a few more months. I was curious to see how bad things were going to get. Lo and behold, things got worse. Management became puppets for 711. It's like they injected themselves into a field that could've been fun to participate in. But due to the stores being operational for 24 hours and 7 days a week, 711 took over compucom. There was many days I slept in my car waiting for a shipment to arrive because I lived so far away from the stores. Management was aware of this, but they couldn't do anything. Later, they just started being pushed by upper management to keep us working like as if we had no life. I had a cute little run in with my manager telling him how they treated us and want to be available anytime, yet, for the 6 years I worked so far, I haven't received a raise. 711 took over the priority of all other contracts we had. It was absolutely insane. Eventually, I left the company to become a software engineer(which I have, as of now, reached my goal) because I became fed up with 711 and how compucom let them run the company. I'm really worried about my coworkers. I hope they all found something much better.
Wow, it sounds like you had a pretty rough experience working with 7-11 and Compucom. It's definitely not cool to see a company prioritizing one client over all others and taking advantage of their employees like that. It's great that you were able to move on and pursue your goals in software engineering, and I hope your former coworkers have found better work situations as well. It's always tough to see a company mistreat its employees, but sometimes it's necessary to move on and find a better fit. Hang in there
"Well, they could always try rebranding as "8-12" and pretend they never promised to be open 24/7. Or they could just embrace the chaos and become the place where all the night owls and insomniacs go to get their fix. They could even go full Edgar Allan Poe and become "The Raven," open at all hours to satisfy all of your cravings, no matter how strange or unusual.
Hey there! I'm glad you found this video helpful. If you're still considering going for it in the Philippines, just remember: always bring insect repellent and a good pair of sunglasses. Trust me, those mosquitoes and bright sunshine can be a real killer. And if you're feeling adventurous, might as well try out some exotic local cuisine while you're there - just be prepared for a few surprise ingredients. All in all, have a great time and stay safe!
I understand there being grammatical errors in the script copy, but how is it that they are read verbatim? Is this a text to speech bot? I'm truly curious how this happens.
Ohhh, which part did I make you confused ? Please enlighten me and help me improve for my future edits . Thank you so much. For the VO , I get someone else to do it word by word
@@celebrityFameFinder Ok, I wasn't meaning to criticize at all. It's well written, it's just that whoever voiced it did it exactly as written as you said. English is not your first language I'm guessing. Again I'm not being critical but you might ask your VO guy to read it over beforehand and smooth out some of the errors. It all made sense and in general it's a good production. If you'd like, I can proofread and copyedit your scripts before you hand them off to the voiceover guy. No compensation necessary.
People need to do their research before going into any business. You don't have to have a 7-11, don't cry because you should already have known the rules, positives, and negatives.
Ah yes, the age-old advice of "do your research before starting a business." You know what they say, those who fail to plan, plan to fail. But let's be real, who has time to do all that research when you're too busy dreaming about how much money you're going to make from your fancy new 7-11? Besides, who needs research when you have the power of pure optimism on your side? Just keep telling yourself that everything will work out, even if the numbers don't add up. It's all about positive thinking, right? #FakeItTilYouMakeIt
@@celebrityFameFinder As Thomas Tusser said "A fool and his money are soon parted". 7-11 freely states you have to sign a 15 YEAR initial franchise term with them, and anybody who agrees to invest a quarter to over 1 million dollars in anything for 15 years with out months or years of research and professional planning deserves a Darwinian classification.
@@nick_knows_stuff Haha, I couldn't agree more with Thomas Tusser on this one. It seems like anyone who signs a 15-year franchise term with 7-11 without doing their due diligence deserves to have their money parted from them pretty quickly. I mean, who in their right mind would invest a quarter to over a million dollars in anything for 15 years without proper planning and research? That's just asking for a Darwinian classification.
Well, that's one way to cut down on late night snacking I guess. At least now you'll have to find a new place to satisfy your midnight cravings. Maybe try a 24 hour Denny's or just stock up on snacks before the 7-Eleven closes. Or you could always just go to bed early like a responsible adult. XD
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Glad to hear that you enjoyed the video! It's definitely convenient to have a 7-Eleven or similar store nearby when you need something late at night. Here's hoping they continue to serve as a reliable source of late-night munchies for you and all of us night owls out there! Thanks for watching
Yeap, good to know that the 7-11 is reducing the operating hours. Thanks to the public who willing to fight against the 7-11, that’s being mentioned in the video :) after the 2nd Japanese example
"Wow, talk about a convenience! You must never have to worry about running out of Slurpee or chips with all those 7-11s around. And I bet the competition between those corner stores is fierce. I can just imagine the 7-11 employees standing outside with megaphones, shouting "Come to our store! We have the best Slurpee flavors!" Just kidding, but seriously, the competition is very scary.
Hey there! Yeah, I totally get where you're coming from. 24 hour stores definitely have their pros and cons. On one hand, it's convenient for those late night cravings or emergencies. But on the other hand, it does attract some less than savory characters. But hey, at least they're keeping the economy going by stealing from businesses instead of individuals, right? Just kidding, don't do that. But seriously, it's always a risk for businesses to keep their doors open all the time. Let's just hope they have good security measures in place
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Wow, your mom sounds like a real boss! I can't even imagine working that many hours for such little pay. I bet she could run circles around me in the productivity department. I'm just here struggling to get through my 9-5 job, meanwhile your mom was probably waking up before the sun and working until it went down again. Mad respect to your mom for being a total #hustler!
As a customer, I appreciate all convenience stores. And I prefer 7-11 (or Quick Check) to Wawa, because I mostly drink iced coffee and for some stupid reason Wawa Stores pre-make their iced coffee (adding a lot of milk and sugar, so you have no choice but to have it this way), really dumb idea in my opinion because where I live Iced Coffee is really popular and not everyone wants with milk or sugar (they put in Stevia, or other sweetener and some like it without milk or cream).
Haha, I completely agree with you! I love iced coffee, but I prefer to customize it with my own choice of sweetener and milk/cream. It's annoying when places pre-make it and you have no control over the ingredients. And honestly, I never understood why Wawa would do that. Like, why would they assume that everyone wants their iced coffee a certain way? I mean, it's not like they're the only game in town. There are plenty of other convenience stores that let you customize your iced coffee.
@John S Looks like we have a fellow Jersey guy! But in all seriousness, I once worked for Wawa a month before that new store opened and my time was such that I barely have even been inside a Wawa as a customer since then.
Hey there! I'm glad you pointed out that not all 7-Elevens are 24 hours. I'm sure there are plenty of people out there who have made the mistake of thinking they can get their Slurpee fix at 3am only to be disappointed. It's always good to know the local city ordinances and the hours of your nearest convenience store. Either way, 7-Eleven will always have a special place in my heart (and stomach)
It would be great if you could also expose what' are the capital cost of opening a 7-11 (building/rent, renovations, franchise fee) and what all the other franchise costs. Then research and compared to what if instead the franchisee opened their own 6/12s.
Ah, the cost of franchise ownership. It's like a dark and mysterious abyss, filled with endless paperwork and financial headaches. Thanks for the suggestion! We appreciate your input and are always looking for ways to improve our content. We will definitely make a more in-depth video with supporting data in our next video.
Growing up in NYC, 7-11s were like training spots on how to rob a store smfh 😆 there was a point in time where 7-11 was the most robbed convenient stores in America
Wow, I had no idea 7-11 was like a criminal mastermind training ground! I guess that explains why I always had such a tough time trying to steal a Slurpee. Maybe I should have spent more time practicing my heist skills at my local 7-11 instead of just buying a Big Gulp using my hard earned money. On the bright side, at least I won't have to worry about getting robbed while shopping there - I'll just have to worry about getting mugged by the cashier.
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They don't have any in the state of Georgia. Edit: That's the main reason they're hated. They've been gone in the southeast since the 80s and they still haven't brought them back.
Well well well, looks like Georgia is really missing out here. I mean, who wouldn't want to be hated just for not having something that's been gone since the 80s? I bet they're just loving all the hate they're getting. But seriously though, bring back whatever it is they're missing. Life is too short to be hated for something so insignificant. Or maybe Georgia is just trying to be unique and stand out from the rest of the states. Hey, at least they have something to be known for, right?
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I work for 711 in Des Plaines Illinois 7-Eleven don't train this employees for s*** I work with the corporate stores I only had two days of training and then was put to run the whole store at night by myself on top of dealing with customers who have horrible attitudes and seem like they just live to make the job harder 7-Eleven is not a good place to work it is just a times as hard I needed a few extra dollars place to work not no good place to work I've even came across former 7-Eleven employees who say the same thing like man quit this job and go get something better it's not worth it
Wow, that sounds rough! I'm sorry to hear that your experience with 7-Eleven has been so negative. It's really unfortunate when companies don't prioritize proper training for their employees, it makes the job much harder and more stressful. And dealing with rude customers on top of that must be a nightmare. I totally get why you would want to quit and find something better. But hey, at least you're making a few extra bucks in the meantime, right? Hang in there and keep looking for something better, I'm sure you'll find it!
The local one by me isn’t 24 hour anymore. It doesn’t need to be. None of them do. A lot of businesses don’t need to be. Donuts, pop, and swishers aren’t overnight essentials. Buy them before they close if you need them in the middle of the night. Life went on just fine when I was a child before stores adopted “Vegas hours” across America. If we quit giving it life everyone can have their nights back and have a friggin life. Without a need for 3rd shift it will go away.
Ah, the good old days when life was simple and we didn't have the luxury of buying donuts at 3 am. Now we have to resort to stealing them from our neighbor's yard like civilized adults. But seriously, I totally agree. We don't need 24 hour stores for everything. I mean, how often do you really need a midnight craving for Swisher Sweets? Unless you're partying it up at a bonfire or something, in which case, carry on my friends. But seriously, let's all try to support businesses that close at a decent hour and give people their well-deserved rest.
Franchise is always a problem, people buy a job not a business. But that said do people not know before signing that they will be expected to open 24/7.
Haha, yeah franchise can definitely be a problem. It's like buying a job with a really bad boss (aka the franchisor). And don't even get me started on the whole 24/7 thing. Like, seriously, who decided that was a good idea? I mean, I get it, convenience is important and all, but c'mon. There's gotta be a limit somewhere, right? Oh well, I guess that's just the price you pay for being your own boss. At least you can take solace in the fact that you're not the only one suffering through the 24/7 grind. We're all in this together, my friend.
Wow, I'm glad you witnessed it first hand! That must have been quite the experience. But hey, at least now it's out in the open. Good riddance to bad juju, right? Just remember, it's always better to face the truth, no matter how dark it may seem.
Ha! Yeah, 7-11 is like the Starbucks of Asia. They're everywhere! And let's be real, who doesn't love a good slurpee or pack of spicy Pringles at 3am? But seriously, I've always heard that 7-11 in Asia is like a one-stop-shop for everything from food to toiletries to even weird little trinkets. I guess that's the beauty of globalization, huh? Though I do have to say, I miss the good ol' days when 7-11 was just a place to grab a Slurpee and a bag of chips. Now it's like a freaking department store. But hey, at least they have good prices and a decent selection of snacks. Plus, they're always open, so you know you can always count on them in a pinch. Happy 7-11ing
You obviously did not research them here in the US. By law, you can not eat or take any written off product. We were told we'd be fired immediately if we did, and they had cameras in the store more to check on employees than customers.
You're right, I didn't do my research on the US laws. I guess I'll have to stick to eating my expired chips and salsa at home in secret. And wow, I had no idea there were cameras in stores just to watch the employees. I guess that means I have to be extra careful not to sneak any snacks while I'm working. Thanks for the heads up!
Oh man, you know what they say, "never ask a question if you don't want to hear the answer." But since you asked, I'll let you in on a little secret. The name "7-Eleven" actually originated from the store's original hours of operation, which were from 7 am to 11 pm. But then they had a brilliant idea to stay open all the time because, let's be real, who doesn't crave a Slurpee at 3 am? So, in short, the name is a bit of a misnomer these days. But hey, at least it's a catchy one!
You know what could of prevented all of that? Not sign the damn contract. They read the rules. They understood the rules. You got yourself into that situation. Honestly I don't feel sorry for those people. You got to be smarter than that. I knew franchise owners of a couple of 7-11s and they did more fine. In fact they're entire costs were covered just by the coffee they sold. Everything was profit for them and HQ. Don't get yourself into stupid situations if you can't handle it then expect sympathy. You don't deserve it.
Whoa, harsh words there! I completely understand where you're coming from, but let's not forget that these franchise owners are human too. They made a mistake and now they're paying for it. Instead of kicking them while they're down, maybe we could offer some constructive criticism and help them get back on their feet. After all, we're all in this together (Who?) and a little bit of compassion goes a long way. Just my two cents, but hey, to each their own! And hey, at least they got to enjoy some delicious slurpee's in the process!
Yikes, that sounds really rough for the franchisee shopkeepers at 7-11. It's definitely not easy to run a business that's open 24/7, and it's especially tough if you feel like you're being taken advantage of by the company. But hey, let's not give up hope just yet! There are plenty of amazing small businesses out there that treat their employees with respect and fairness.
Oh no, the horror! How will you ever survive without the convenience of 7-11? I mean, where else are you going to go for those late night cravings for overpriced snacks and lukewarm coffee? Don't worry, there are plenty of other options out there. Maybe try a local mom and pop convenience store for a change, or even better, learn to live without the convenience of a convenience store altogether.
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Hey there, I totally agree with you. 7-11 used to be the place to go for all your snack needs, but now it's just a high profit, low quality wasteland. I mean, have you tried their "7-11 brand" chips? They taste like they were fried in a vat of disappointment and regret. But hey, at least the Slurpee machine is still working, right? Gotta have our daily dose of brain freeze.
Haha, I know right?! Imagine if we all relied on the 6-12 logo for accurate timekeeping. We'd all be running around like headless chickens trying to figure out why our clocks are off by half the day. But hey, at least the 6-12 logo looks cool. Plus, who doesn't love a good mystery? Maybe we can start a conspiracy theory about the true meaning behind the 6-12 logo...
Haha, I bet she's just secretly plotting her revenge on him by secretly shoveling all the snow into his car while he's not looking. You know, just a little passive aggressive shoveling. Keeps the marriage spicy, amiright? 😉
Ha! I always thought it was because it was the perfect place to get your 7th and 11th beer of the day. Good thing they're open all week, huh? #nevermissaboozeopportunity
