Hot Topic Claimed Company

At Hot Topic we pride ourselves on being the destination of pop culture and music merchandise. We do this by hiring the best people, having the best product, and providing the best customer experience for our one-of-a-kind fans. We give back to our communities in our partnerships with Mental Health America, Notes for Notes, and Little Kids Rock. Hot Topic’s unique culture thrives in an open and collaborative work environment where autonomy and authenticity shape your success. As a company that stays ahead of trends, we want you to come with innovative perspectives, cutting-edge thought leadership, and a readiness to learn, all of which will contribute to the continued success of our business. We’ve built an inclusive community where you’re encouraged to be who you are and love what you do! read more

EMPLOYEE PARTICIPANTS: 764

TOTAL RATINGS: 6671

CEO: Steve Vranes

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Hot Topic's Management Ratings

Based on 420 ratings, Hot Topic employees rate their manager a "D+" or 58/100. The Manager score takes into account how employees feel and value their relationship with their manager. The score is comprised from Hot Topic employee feedback to questions like “How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?” and “Do you feel comfortable giving your boss negative feedback?” Hot Topic's management structure can vary according to department, and scores are broken out accordingly, with Marketing department ranking the managers the highest at 68/100.

Last updated 7 days ago.

Where This Score Ranks Hot Topic's Manager

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25%
In the Bottom 25% of 1660 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
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In the Bottom 20% of 345 Nearby Companies in Los Angeles
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Who Ranks Hot Topic's Manager the Highest?

Tenure - Less than 1 Year 82/100

Ethnicity - Asian or Pacific Islander 70/100

Experience - Entry Level 70/100

Who Ranks Hot Topic's Manager the Lowest?

Tenure - 2 to 5 Years 38/100

Experience - Over 10 Years 39/100

Department - Product 40/100

Hot Topic Manager At a Glance

Hot Topic's Manager score is in 1st place compared to their competitors. The company is in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies on Comparably.

At Hot Topic, employees who have been at the company Less than 1 Year and Asian or Pacific Islander employees feel the most supported and have the best experience with their manager. However, employees who have been at the company 2 to 5 Years and employees with Over 10 Years experience think differently and have the least favorable experience with their manager at Hot Topic.