Haven't been yet, but every year we're asked the same things. Last year, there actually was some OT, which was great. But we'll never go to an overnight schedule as much as I wish we would. Starting an hour earlier is good because there are no guests to work around but that's the only change. Even Black Friday prep didn't change the schedule if I remember correctly. The deals being spread out and the store actually being closed on Thanksgiving Day meant things weren't bonkers like in years past. Still busy, but not crazy-busy.
Last year we also got very less OT although the seasonal hires were less . There was some sort of favoritism and secrecy while deciding OT . But the year before was great with overtime for almost 2 months during peak periods . Let’s wait and see how it goes this year.
This reminds me of how new hires were getting more hours in more work centers than other TMs who's been on board for a while and asking for more hours (not getting even close to OT). And these TMs weren't bad workers. However, I know of at least one who wanted more hours but isn't well-liked by the ETL-HR. Pretty sure that had something to do with it.
