Today was my second interview, and I was excited that I was accepted. Yes, I had to call back at 3:00 to confirm that I got the job. I told them that I would call them tomorrow with my final answer, as I needed to talk with my spouse. The gentlemen seemed very taken aback, and stressed that he needed to fill these positions right away.
I said that I just received all of the final information an hour earlier (duh), and I don't make any big decisions without discussing them with my husband. (I think accepting a job, and starting next week is a big deal). He finally seemed ok with it.
I talked it over with my husband, and I agreed to take the position. I told him that there were a few things that bothered me, but I could probably explain them away...
1) The office building did not have a sign outside.
2) I still couldn't find any information on the company on the internet, and I am very good at researching.
3) They had me sign paperwork, and part of it was a "no slander" clause.
4) My training period was to be paid in cash, yet it would be reported to I.R.S.
5) The fact that my training period had no definite payment schedule; it depended on my attitude, bonuses, etc... (wierd)
6) My first interview, the guy didn't want me to talk at all. It was like pulling teeth for me to ask any questions. I still have some questions.
7) There were no business cards anywhere when I was in the office.
I was still having reservations, but I was going to tell them yes, tomorrow morning. I was still going to try to find something on the net, to try to ease my misgivings, because I thought that I would love the job. I did actually ask the other gentlemen straight-out if we were ever paid on commission, and he said no.
After 30 minutes on the internet, I found this consumer complaints. The company has a different name, but the scenarios are exactly the same. I cannot believe that I fell for it. They were so smoothe. This morning when the one guy left me a message confirming my interview, and told me to dress professionally, I thought that was strange. I was like, no, I was going to show up in my pajammas. What are they used to dealing with, or are they really hard up?
The point is, that I am really upset right now, because I thought that I was going to a new job on Monday, and instead I got duped, scammed, and I feel stupid. I'm not one of those who would fall for an internet scam or do something really dumb. They are taking advantage of needy people.
I just hope this helps some of the people who were there today!!!
Sorry also for venting!
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