A World Systems representative by the name of Anthony tried to get me to signup for a platinum internet business. Basically the offer was a internet referral/affiliate program. With the platinum package, 4 affiliate programs would be included eg amazon, ebay. It all sound too good and too easy. When I pushed Anthony to send me details of the business or refer me to a typical website he hesitated.
I was also suspicious when I asked how they optimize the web page to ensure maximum exposure and he didn't know how to answer. I also challenged him on his sales approach which was far too desperate. Anyway, after nearly 40 minutes on the phone, Anthony was starting to become frustrated. To the point that he insisted that I pull over (I had him on speaker phone while driving) so that I could sign up for the program.
To be honest it was quite amusing especially when he cited the number of current customers and world systems employees (60000 and 50 respectively). If all of these employees where client representatives then an individual employee would have to look after 1200 accounts and webpages. That would mean little or no time for any given account.
The 'con' is very slick and relies on pressure sales - bottomline, no business is easy and if an offer sound too good to be true my advise run the other way!
David
hyde park
Australia
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