Pros
Streamlined systems that work. Progressive thinking, always on the edge of new product and practices. Very HR compliant, requires team leaders and all leadership to teach and train. Probably the best team members and executives in any business. Very high energy company with great talent. My best friends are people I met while working at Target.
Kontras
Absolutely no work life balace as an Executive. Upward mobility is there, but requires at least 55-60 hours a week, depending on position, up to 70+ hours a week. You cannot be successful at Target without sacrificing your personal life. At 34 I was one of the "oldest" executives in our district. After marriage and kids most executives move on to careers with a better work/life balance. Those that stay make alot of money, but really sacrifice. There is even an understanding about how common divorce is among Target Executives. Myself included.