Complaint Review: Strive Concepts - Winter Park Florida

Just like another report regarding Strive Concepts, I had a very similar experience while going through the job hunt. They're listed on monsters.com, careerbuilders and similar sites. I received an email within a few hours of submitting an application. Then a few phone calls which I sent to voicemail (I don't pick up unknown numbers). I didn't know the company was a scam so I responded to the email and scheduled an interview. Then I looked them up and saw the signs. I didn't attend the interview. They emailed me a reminder for the interview the morning of and the following day sent an email stating that I missed it and when I would like to reschedule. Most credible companies don't hunt you down this much and if you miss your interview without providing prior notice or a follow up email to apologize you sure as heck won't have them following up on you. 

Their emails look official with great images and branding. They also have logos stating "Fair Business Report Verified" and "Voted Top Place to Work 2014 by Employees". In my experience, if you see those two, they're a scam company. I live in the Winter Park FL area which is where they are located and that made them seem credible (the winter park area is pretty prominent and I didn't think a scam company would be there). 

I did not give them any more of my time to meet but yes you will be treated like royalty and made to feel like you're the best and will make tons of money with great benefits. Then you are miserable trying to sell products at Sam's for low pay. They're those people you see at Sams and other stores trying to sell you random products. 

I've copied and paste the emails I've received from them to hopefully help others know that if they received the same it's generic and to show proof that these things will happen. 

Dear XXX,

Congratulations on being selected for a preliminary interview! The purpose of this e-mail is to serve as a confirmation for your interview with one of our hiring managers on 09/23/2014 1:00 PM

During this meeting, we will be going over your resume and explaining the job description you have applied for. Please dress professionally and bring a copy of your resume, along with any questions you might have. Should you have any questions or concerns, or for help finding our building, please call our office at (321) 304-7996.

Our Location:

941 West Morse Blvd. | Suite 100 | Winter Park, FL 32789

***Location details: We are located on the corner of Denning and Morse in the large glass building labeled Heritage Park.***

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Sincerely,

Human Resources Team

[email protected]

(863)703-2137

941 W Morse Blvd Suite 100

Winter Park, FL 32789

Direct Line: (321) 263-1598

Dear XXX,

Our Human Resource Department had a preliminary interview appointment scheduled for you on 09/23/2014 1:00 PM. Unfortunately, our management staff informed us that you did not make the appointment. As a courtesy, we would like to follow up to see if you would like to reschedule. In order to still be considered in our interview process, please respond to this email ASAP and we will do our best to assist you in rescheduling the appointment.

Sincerely,

Human Resources Team

[email protected]

(863)703-2137

941 W Morse Blvd Suite 100

Winter Park, FL 32789

Direct Line: (321) 263-1598