Arise Company

[k9nan]

I tried to do the Arise thing ...
Found them to be unprofessional.
Training outdated and support is close to non-existent.
The material presented in the training lacks cohesion and relevance. It is presented in a confusing way. For instance the entire training program utilizes acronims for which there is no glossary - the terms used to define "me", the worker, the group/company "I" would be servicing and Arise seem to be different in different circumstances - a lot of it is "cutsie". Sometimes what is "taught" is not what is quizzed on. In other words the training says one thing and if you answer a question using the training material it is counted wrong. When I posted to the study group questioning that (I was not the only one and I have documented it) no course administrator addressed my concerns or the other people's concerns. Also the final exam score requirement seems to change - some of the material I had stated an 85% score was passing and other material stated 90%. Again - the material used is inconsistent and unprofessional.

The costs involved are understated by Arise - the further into the program you get the higher the costs go. It could cost $500 to $1000 to get to the point where you could service clients.

Arise used to be Willow - I believe that when they were Willow they were run in a much more professional way. It also seems that the complaints are mounting as time goes on.

I feel there is an issue with Arise - new owners want higher profits possibly?

I do not begrudge anyone from earning a living, Arise included, and I understand the basic principles of business. Generally "drones" feel that the company is making a fortune off them. Sometimes this is the case but generally it is not. It is always wise to look at things from the others perspective before complaining but I am having a hard time figuring out Arise's position.

My guess is that they are recruiting more "agents" than they have work for - why not?? They charge $99 for the basic certification training. Then the "drone" pays again for client specific training - all before the first phone call/pay check. It is a win win for Arise - everyone pays them - the drone, who may or may not be able to get a contract with a client and the client pays as well.

My recommendation relative to signing on with Arise is proceed with caution and document any issues you might have with them. Demand assistance if you have trouble with the training program and stay on top of it because the training period is short and if you wait for 9 hours to get each question answered or think any issue will be dealt with in the "study group" you will never get through the material in the time alloted.

Nancy
Edited by: k9nan

[mom2kyan]

Ok, this part I did not know. You have to pay for every client you want to get on with. You have to pay to take their training and it is $200.00? That is ALOT of money to not be guaranteed a position. I would hate to loose that kind of money, though I think it would be no problem for me to pass the training. But that is a big risk. Does the price change for each client?

If anyone has experience with this and can pm me an idea on the fees, that would be great cause it must be hidden somewhere in their website.LOL!

[Donna4878]

I called Arise the person I talked to said 1st you pay to be inc. then you pay for the training then $50 -$225 each project training ..a project can be any where from a few weeks to a few months...like temp work...is what she told me.

[k9nan]

I wanted to post an update to my original post outlining my concerns with Arise - specifically the ACP training.



I have contacted the company and they listened to my concerns. They
expressed a genuine desire to address the inconsistencies I noted in
the material and seemed to appreciate the feedback. The assured me that
their goal is to make the training experience positive for those
enrolled in the training as well as for the company.



Arise has demonstrated to me a commitment to improving the ACP training
which reflect a level of integrity that I respect and appreciate.



Additionally all contact by phone that I have had with Arise has been
positive. Please note - if you are taking the ACP training or take it
in the future please be advised that at present the computer support is
not as strong as the phone support. Time is of the essence so please be
advised to stay on top of questions, problems or issues you encounter
to ensure that you are able to successfully complete the training in
the alloted time.



I'm pleased to be able to update my original post with one that reflects a positive overall impression of the Arise Corporation.

[YouKnow]

I wish I could afford to do this, but I am too poor to pay all of those fees....I wish the basic certification was free so that I can participate in that at least....

[mamakaryn]

Ok, so I passed the Ideal Match Assessment test and all of that so I now have them doing a background check on me. At this point, does it mean that I will definitely be hired? I need a "sure thing"! I need to also become incorporated and I'm confused about that. Is it expensive to be incorporated?

[k9nan]

Incorportation can be very expensive - research that with your state.
Don't know your exact situation but it takes a very long time to get the first paycheck with Arise ... I did initial training in February and am doing the client training now - no pay check until mid June provided I pass and "certify".
Training is very expensive - client training. Most I see is between $150 and $200 with one being $400! NOTHING is free with this company.
Feel free to email me off forumfor more details ...
also check out workplacelikehome forum for lots and lots and lots of info ....
proceed with caution if you are limited in your ability to make the investment - could cost $1000 to get started with them - easily. They gloss over some of these issues in the recruiting process and then hit you with them when you feel you are too far into it to turn back.
The time to think it over seriously is PRIOR to incorporation.

[mamakaryn]

How do you choose a business name?? That's my next step. It's $125 to become incorporated in Ohio. How important is a business name? I don't know where to begin.. ?

[theresa65336]

I have personally worked for this company when it was called Willow. Let me say that they are legitmate. You also can make money with them.


My final conclusion though was ---why am I paying all of these fees? Why am I paying for what I can get free elsewhere? You can make just as much money with Liveops and West and not have to pay the fees.

[mamakaryn]

Originally Posted by theresa65336

I have personally worked for this company when it was called Willow. Let me say that they are legitmate. You also can make money with them.


My final conclusion though was ---why am I paying all of these fees? Why am I paying for what I can get free elsewhere? You can make just as much money with Liveops and West and not have to pay the fees.

How much are all these fees and what are they for?