Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Rocky Mountain Marketing Inc (Denver, CO)

Rocky Mountain Marketing Inc is an independent Cydcor affiliate located in Westminster outside of Denver. There was another Cydcor affiliate using the same company name, Rocky Mountain Marketing Inc, located at 6160 S Syracuse Way #230 Englewood, CO 80111, (303) 220-3430, rockymountainmarketinginc.net.

Beware of deceptive job ads which offer entry-level training in management, marketing, and sales especially if the ads state "face-to-face" sales and no experience required. Beware of the all-day second "interview". If you go to the second "interview" be prepared to wear very comfortable dress shoes. You will be doing lots of walking.  Do you really want to do door-to-door sales for commission pay with no benefits? Do you really want to manage a Cydcor affiliate office? Many independent Cydcor offices close within 1-2 years due to deceptive recruiting practices.

facebook.com, Rocky Mountain Marketing

http://www.rockymminc.com
Rocky Mountain Marketing Inc.
1333 W 120th Ave
Suite 214
Westminster, CO 80234
Phone: (303) 955-4043

Domain name: rockymminc.com
Creation date: 30 Jan 2012

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Linked-In Marketing, Inc (Boston, MA)

Beware of attractive, but possibly deceptive job ads which offer entry-level training in management, marketing, and sales especially if the ads state "face to face" and "no experience required". If you decide to interview with such a company, ask many questions before accepting employment. Will you be paid minimum wage or commission? Are there company benefits? Beware of invitations for an all-day second "interview".

Cydcor affiliates are job scams because of their deceptive job ads. Many recent college graduates are enthusiastic to accept the "sales and marketing" commission-only jobs, but many job seekers are only interested in a job with a real hourly wage or salary with real benefits (health insurance, etc), not a commission-only (performance based) job requiring lots of driving, lots of walking, and no benefits.

Linked-In Marketing,  Cydcor corporate licensee, has no relation to LinkedIn.com. I would not be surprised if LinkedIn.com takes legal action with Linked-In Marketing to force a company name change. Linked-In Marketing shares the same office and telephone number as Simple Marketing Solutions, simplemarketingma.com. Sometimes you will find two to three Cydcor affiliates sharing the same office space or the same owner has changed company name two or three times which is not unusual.

http://linkedinmarketinginc.com
Linked-In Marketing
330 Bear Hill Rd Suite 202
Waltham, MA 02451
(508) 203-9081

http://www.facebook.com/LinkedInMktgInc 

Domain Name: LINKEDINMARKETINGINC.COM
Created on: 28-Jun-10

Big Sky Marketing (Boise, ID)

Beware of attractive, but possibly deceptive job ads which offer entry-level training in management, marketing, and sales especially if the ads state "face to face" and "no experience required". If you decide to interview with such a company, ask many questions before accepting employment. Will you be paid minimum wage or commission? Are there company benefits? Beware of invitations for an all-day second "interview".


Beware of invitations for an all-day second "interview". If you decide to go to the second "interview", wear comfortable shoes as you will be doing lots of walking trying to sell door-to-door.


Big Sky's Craigslist job ads (search "entry level") state they are currently working with the nation's third largest telecommunications company (Century Link). Big Sky does not identify itself in the Craigslist ads. Big Sky operates like other Cydcor affliates. Sky's reps would go door-to-door to sell Century Link services to business or residential customers.

http://10inc.net/our_team.html or http://www.10bellevue.com/
Kristina Klapperich, Manager - Boise, ID

Big Sky Marketing
5440 W. Franklin Road, Suite 208
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 343-0861
info@bigskymktg.com
www.bigskymktg.com
http://www.facebook.com/BigSkyMktg

Domain Name: BIGSKYMKTG.COM
Created on: 14-Jul-2011

http://www.careerbuilder.com, Big Sky Marketing jobs

Merritt, Inc (Martinez, CA) formerly Accel Marketing (Concord, CA)

Now why do you suppose this Smart Circle affiliate changed its name from Accel Marketing, Inc. (accelsf.com) to Merritt, Incorporated?  Why did this affiliate move from Concord, CA to Martinez, CA?

Why are Smart Circle affiliates considered job scams? The job ads are deceptive. The ads say they are hiring for positions in sales, public relations, event marketing, customer service, and management, but they are really hiring sales people. Look at their various job ads on Craigslist, CareerBuilder and Monster. Some affiliates will disclose their company names, but many will only use the initials of their names or not disclose their names at all. Accel Marketing, Inc would always use AMI as their company name in their CareerBuilder ads.

Merritt's Craigslist ads state Gas Reimbursement under Compensation. Really?
This Smart Circle affiliate will pay you to drive to the Costco, Home Depot or Sam's Club?
If you decide to interview with Merritt, ask about the gas reimbursement.
Will you be paid minimum wage plus commission?
How many hours and how many days a week will you be required to work?
What will you really be doing if you are hired by Merritt?

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From a Craigslist job ad:

We are looking for recent graduates, and MOTIVATED professionals willing to grow with our company to fill some of our Entry-Level positions in:


  • Promotional Sales
  • Public Relations
  • Event Marketing
  • Campaign Management
  • Customer Service
  • Internships Available

  • ***
    https://www.facebook.com/MerrittInc
    http://www.facebook.com/MerrittInc?sk=info

    Merritt, Inc
    925-338-4079 (cell phone)
    1350 Arnold Dr #102
    Martinez, CA 94553
    hrdept@merrittincorporated.com

    http://www.merrittincorporated.com
    We are proud and excited to be currently working with...
    Home Depot
    Costco
    Sam's Club
    Popcorn, Indiana
    Restaurant Dessert Company

    Domain Name: MERRITTINCORPORATED.COM
    Created on: 27-Oct-2011

    Administrative Contact:
    skopljak, jasmin jskopljak@gmail.com
    merritt inc.
    1350 Arnold Dr.
    #102
    Martinez, California 94553


    Domain Name: ACCELSF.COM
    Created on: 19-Apr-2010

    Wednesday, April 4, 2012

    Zirfa Travel Network (San Mateo, CA)


    Update March 2012: Zirfa Travel no longer exists. The date of the company shutdown is unknown.

    Always do your research. Some advertisers really are scams. If the job ad does not "look right", looks vague or deceptive, or the company website looks cheap with stock photographs, use caution and beware before you send your resume.

    The blog entry below was originally published on 04/24/2011.
    ***

    Be cautious of home-based travel business opportunities. Read all the "fine print" in the contract (Terms & Conditions). Zirfa Travel Network may be a legitimate start-up business, but their website is missing some very important information such as company information and management information.

    This blog is not intended to defame or libel any legitimate business. The purpose of this blog is to present publicly available information so that job seekers can make informed decisions regarding interviews and job offer acceptance.

    Why is the Zirfa Travel Network website called zirfa.net instead of zirfatravel.com?
    http://zirfa.net/amember/signup.php 
    New Zirfa Independent Agent

     

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    According to the CareerBuilder job ads, Zirfa Travel Network is now Zirfa International.
    Real Information about becoming a Legitimate Travel Agent
    http://www.travellaw.com/page/travel-law 
    Which states presently require registration or licensing for Travel Agents?
         Every state has general consumer disclosure and fraud statutes, and refund policy requirements, some specifically addressing in part travel services companies, which are applicable to any business that arranges, markets or sells travel services. Some of these statutes even specify the activities of companies that provide travel services.  However, the following states are examples of states that have
    specific laws for the regulation, registration, licensing, or bonding of sellers of travel:

              CALIFORNIA
              FLORIDA
              HAWAII
              ILLINOIS
              IOWA
              LOUISIANA
              MASSACHUSETTS
              MICHIGAN
              NEVADA
              NEW YORK
              PENNSYLVANIA
              VIRGINIA
              WASHINGTON (STATE)
     

    The Travel Institute
    Established in 1964, The Travel Institute serves as a community of knowledge and insight for all travel professionals. Through innovative education programs, professional certifications and customized learning solutions, The Institute fulfills its non-profit mission to promote a standard of industry knowledge and excellence.


    http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-become-a-travel-agent 
    This guide will help teach you how to become a travel agent. Learn the real way to become an authentic travel agent and avoid the scams.

    **
    Note, after this blog's posting on 02/15/2011 about Zirfa Travel Network, Zirfa  has since removed "Home Travel Port" and the picture of the store front with the palm tree.


    http://www.zirfa.net/aboutus.php 
    There is no information about the company or company management.


    This stock photograph on the Zirfa.net website appears to be a shopping center storefront. Are people supposed to be impressed by a palm tree. How many shopping centers have palm trees? Shopping centers in Hawaii?


    Google search of Zirfa Travel Network address. This is their office.


    Warning: a Google search of "Home Travel Port" found no company listings.
    http://www.zirfa.net/beinginbusiness.php 
    Home Travel Port, a financially strong, debt-free company with 5 years of success has already helped over 7,000 people, just like you begin to achieve their goals. There's nothing like opening your mail and finding a check from Home Travel Port! 


    http://www.zirfa.net/howitworks.php
    How To Get Started? 
    Try out this amazing home-based business travel venture for 15-days RISK FREE!* 
    If you are not completely satisfied, Zirfa Travel Network will refund* the cost of your membership. 
    *Some restrictions may apply. Price does not include a one-time, non-refundable activation fee. Monthly payment option requires a 12-consecutive-month commitment of service. This membership term will renew automatically for your convenience unless you or we elect to discontinue the membership in accordance with the Membership Terms and Conditions. Cancellation refund will be less any shipping, handling and if applicable, application or activation fees. Commission percentages are calculated from Base Commission, which ranges from 5 - 10% of the price of travel, excluding any applicable taxes, charges and fees.


    http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zirfa-Network/177780082262170?v=info 
    ZIRFA.COM is a great opportunity for people to start their own home based travel business to earn commissions, get rebates on everyday purchases and save on travel. 
    2600 S. El Camino Real Ste 230
    San Mateo, CA 94403
    877-805-1029 Toll Free



    http://www.facebook.com/pages/FlyTelligent-Travel/287445175266?v=info 


    http://www.FlyTelligent.com 
    2600 S. El Camino Real Suite 230 
    San MateoCA94403


    ***
    Domain name: zirfa.net
    Administrative Contact:
    Zirfa
    Ruslan Zats (team@zirfa.com)
    +1.6505760610
    Fax: +1.6506381979
    2600 S. El Camino Real STE.230
    San Mateo, CA 94403

    Creation date: 24 Jan 2011 
    Expiration date: 24 Jan 2013 

    ***
    Domain Name: ZIRFA.COM
    Created on: 08-Jan-11
    Expires on: 08-Jan-12
    Last Updated on: 08-Jan-11

    Administrative Contact:
    Makarov, Yegor team@flytelligent.com
    FlyTelligent Travel Services, LLC
    2600 S. El Camino Real
    San Mateo, California 94403
    United States
    (650) 759-1514


    Is this the same Yegor Makarov? 
    http://www.linkedin.com/pub/yegor-makarov/14/484/77b
    Yegor Makarov
    Branch manager/Assistant Vice President at Wells Fargo Bank
    San Francisco Bay Area
    ***
    Domain Name: flytelligent.com
    Administrative Contact:
    Zirfa
    Ruslan Zats (team@zirfa.com)
    +1.6505760610
    Fax: +1.6506381979
    2600 S. El Camino Real STE.230
    San Mateo, CA 94403


    Created on: 8/26/2009 
    Expires on: 8/26/2011 


    http://www.flytelligent.com/
    As of 02/17/2011
    This Website Has Expired
    Admin Please Contact Billing


    The following web pages work:
    http://www.flytelligent.com/faq.php?p=faq

    We are not an online travel agency. The value that FlyTelligent offers its customers is in the form of live travel agents who will manually scan our global registration system in order to find you seats that are unobtainable through the internet due to the limitations of an automated website. 
    http://www.flytelligent.com/contact_us.php?p=contact_us
    http://www.flytelligent.com/about_us.php?p=about_us