https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/bus/6149709158.html
thats the ad. There is no mention of sales. Could it still be a ploy?
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thats the ad. There is no mention of sales. Could it still be a ploy?
northern exposure
Footballguy
Fixed your post. Sorry companies just aren't handing out $60K salaried jobs to young(ish) go getters with no industry experience.
Dr Oadi
Footballguy
Dr Oadi
Footballguy
You got an interview go check it out. Just don't cash any cashiers checks and send money back to someone.
northern exposure
Footballguy
I'm worried about spending money on unnecessary additional clothing
should I just go in shirt and tie to see what it's about?
if it's not a ploy for a commission based job I can always explain why I don't have a suit. If that bothers them then it's not the kind of person I want to work for anyway.
Quint
Footballguy
this is what jumps out at me from that listing:
* Work well under pressure while remaining professional* Excellent listening and problem solving skills
* Answer incoming calls from customers
* Strong Customer Service skills
* Ability to work directly with the customer to resolve customer support issues
i could be wrong, but from that it sounds like you're gonna be manning a Customer Service Support line, and taking phone calls from hacked-off people.
* Work well under pressure while remaining professional* Excellent listening and problem solving skills
* Answer incoming calls from customers
* Strong Customer Service skills
* Ability to work directly with the customer to resolve customer support issues
i could be wrong, but from that it sounds like you're gonna be manning a Customer Service Support line, and taking phone calls from hacked-off people.
northern exposure
Footballguy
It also says Compensation is $60K, that isn't necessarily all salary. They could pay you a base salary and then say with commissions they expect you to be earning $60K if you are doing the job well.
After being in staffing that should be a breeze for me.
im more worried about it being commission based. I do not want a mostly commission based position but customer service I could probably be great at.
is 60k a normal salary for something like that?
squistion
Footballguy
Um, having at least one suit for future interviews is not an unnecessary expense IMO unless you intend to be working in construction or something along those lines.
However, from your description I am almost certain this job is sales and 100% commission only and unless you just doing the interview for experience only, it will probably be a waste of your time.
If the majority agree with you then I'm just getting a cheap white button down and tie to see what it's about.
I have no problem going back in to blue collar work. I'm just testing the waters here and if I can't make at least the same salary as my last position in an office setting I'm going to seek to go back in to truck driving
TLEF316
Footballguy
50/50 at best.
Legitimate insurance companies don't hire people off Craigslist.
This is coming from someone whose entire family is in the insurance industry.
Quint
Footballguy
hell, apply for this one:
Compliance Analyst I
Tracking Code
10898
Job Description
The Compliance Analyst I, working under immediate supervision and relying on instructions and pre-established guidelines, will primarily file new and revised policies, riders, application forms and related outlines of coverage and advertising material for approval in all jurisdictions where the company is licensed to sell insurance. Implement newly approved forms on production systems. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the insurance industry.
- File new products, with direct guidance and support of Team Leads and other Analysts, along with required forms for state insurance departments for their review and approval utilizing SERFF.
- Keep Team Leads apprised of project and product status.
- Assist in proofreading and editing policy forms, riders, applications, brochures or other related sales guides or materials.
- Working with Team Lead and other Analysts, provide information to Actuarial and Policy Benefit Departments regarding changing benefits or policy provisions and request rate revisions (if necessary).
- Complete, update, and maintain NB09 screens with assistance and direction from Team Lead for existing and new products.
- Update Product Approval spreadsheet when forms are assigned, filed and approved.
- Review test material and data related to new product implementation.
- Maintain submission and approval documentation.
- Assist in preparation and submission of annual compliance filings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
- Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to respond appropriately and professionally to Home Office staff and outside insurance department analysts or examiners, in writing, in person and on the telephone.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to organize and plan.
- Extremely detail oriented and very well organized.
- Ability to perform varied tasks using personal computers and mainframe administrative programs.
- Ability to critically analyze issues, problem solve and recommend actionable responses.
Required Experience
- High School diploma required. Some college preferred.
- Business experience or related legal or technical industries.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with competency in grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Demonstrated research and problem solving skills.+
- Demonstrated mathematical ability, strong proofing and analytical skills.
Job Location
McKinney, Texas, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Torchmark-Corporation/reviews
Not liking some of the stuff I'm reading here and if the nagative reviews are true it's not the place for me.
guess it was too good to be true and I had a funny feeling when they emailed me back so quickly. I thought I would be lucky to even find a job at my old salary.
probably better I invest clothing money in switching my DL to TX and getting a new medical card and look for a driving job. I could probably make the same money working less hours and not having to be bored in an office all day dealing with nitwits
Not liking some of the stuff I'm reading here and if the nagative reviews are true it's not the place for me.
guess it was too good to be true and I had a funny feeling when they emailed me back so quickly. I thought I would be lucky to even find a job at my old salary.
probably better I invest clothing money in switching my DL to TX and getting a new medical card and look for a driving job. I could probably make the same money working less hours and not having to be bored in an office all day dealing with nitwits
I'm thinking the best way to utilize my limited management experience to get my foot in as a blue collar supervisor in some capacity......or go back in to staffing which is not always boring.
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KCitons
Footballguy
Why not go through with the interview? It will be worth the practice.
Also, buy a sport coat or suit at the thrift store and pay a tailor to alter it. You should be able to get a well fitting navy or dark grey suit that will last you years for total cost under $100. You can dress it up or down with new shirts/pants/ties as you move along.
It depends on the investment. Money is too tight to waste at the moment.
it just doesn't sound like it's for me now that everyone has helped me read between the lines.
if they are just looking for bodies do you really think it will be valuable interview experience? I may just be walking in to a sales pitch.
Ditkaless Wonders
Footballguy
Are you referring to the work ethic and drive that saw you attempt to manipulate your way out of employment and on to unemployment after an exhausting year at your former position, a year that in your perception you equated to a lifetime of hard work experienced by others? No, I would not mention that. Lying is clearly your best shot.
Baloney Sandwich
Footballguy
Go on the interview, no need to buy any new clothes for it.
KCitons
Footballguy
I wasn't manipulating anything. It was a sinking ship and had been for a while.
i never equated my experience in that way. You lack serious reading comprehension or you are just being a richard as usual
Quint
Footballguy
like others have said: go to the interview.
at the very worst you'll be able to learn something form the experience that you can apply later.
Ditkaless Wonders
Footballguy
Dress for success.
They say you should dress, at the interview, not for your position, but for the position of the person interviewing you. If you suspect the Hiring Manager shops Goodwill then that is the play, otherwise, not so much.
ProstheticRGK
Footballguy
Go to the interview naked, except for a pair of brand new Yeezy's. If it's a scam, well then, f them. If it's not a scam, they'll admire your moxie and offer you the $60k because you're your own man.
-OZ-
Footballguy
Yep
But still go check it out. Ask questions if they don't make it clear, but it sounds exactly like the one my wife went to. You can make good money doing it but it's sure not the lifestyle I'd want.
I haven't smoked in almost 2 weeks. I should be ok.
i took a few cheek swabs from the office to be sure. I'll take one in a bit and let you know how it came out.
i got pretty bored of weed lately and if I get a decent corporate type job I can always switch back to coke and have a much lower chance of popping on a whiz quiz
northern exposure
Footballguy
Kind of risky behavior if you are trying to land a $60K+/ yr job, don't you think? Or considering going back to being behind the wheel of a large truck?
I said corporate job not driving.
a few toots on a Friday night and you are right as rain by monday
northern exposure
Footballguy
Do you know how long THC stays in your system (urine, blood, hair) after you smoke? I'm guessing you don't.
For the sake of arguement
yes I do know and it varies by person. Less so with follicle but no company is going to do a follicle test for an office job.
Nugget
Footballguy
Vanilla Guerrilla
Footballguy
On a more positive note: it is a job. I've known people that have taken those types of jobs and done okay. It's not like the President keeps calling you to offer you a cabinet position at the moment.
Suit suggestion: A lot of people get buried in them, they don't really need them... Just an idea. Of course you may need to invest in a shovel and flashlight. Bonus if you show up in a top hat for the interview.
Suit suggestion: A lot of people get buried in them, they don't really need them... Just an idea. Of course you may need to invest in a shovel and flashlight. Bonus if you show up in a top hat for the interview.
