How I Review Work From Home Opportunities
Work From Home Reviews – Rationale and Thought Process
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When I review a work from home company I first conduct extensive research on the company.
- I conduct an extensive background check on the company to verify its legitimacy.
- I see how long it has been in business and the amount of contact information available
- I check with the Better Business Bureau for complaints
- I look to hear from actual people who’ve done the business
- I look into the industry of the company and how the company fits into the overall puzzle
- I check for legal issues the company has, currently, or may face
- I review the compensation plan (how to earn money) and compare with similar companies
If it appears to be a legitimate work from home business that has what it takes to be a success I will then give the company a trial run myself and make a decision whether to continue or not.
If I chose not to try the company – I will talk to and learn from as many people within the organization and industry to get an accurate sense of the company.
After doing my research I will create a review. I will grade the work from home business on six key areas I’ve established. The company will then receive a final score out of 100 points along with a corresponding grade. I will give my final recommendation (or lack of) and then a detailed explanation of my experience for you!
The bottom line in these reviews is that like anyone I am looking for a legitimate, solid, reputable company with great potential in the long-term and is interesting and different.
If a company can do that – it is has an “A” written all over it.
Detailed Grading Rubric (With Explanations)
Every work from home business opportunity is reviewed according to six key areas. Each category is worth the point total listed below. A total of 100 Points are available.
Grades of A, B, C, D, and F can be issued for each category.
- Legitimacy, Professionalism, Reputation and Track Record: (20 Points)
- Compensation Plan: (20 Points)
- Industry and Company Strength: (15 Points)
- Support and Training: (10 Points)
- Community and Culture: (10 Points)
- Overall Value: (25 Points)
A final grade based on the total points awarded. The grading scale being used is standard and is listed below:
- A = 90-100 Points (Highly Recommended)
- B = 80-89 Points (Recommended)
- C = 70-79 Points (Serious Reservations – Case-By-Case Basis)
- D = 60-69 Points (Not Recommended)
- F = 0-59 Points (Not Recommended – Likely Scam)
Legitimacy, Professionalism, Reputation and Track Record: (20%)
- A – In Business for 10 or More Years, Highly Professional Website, Toll Free Number, Contact Information Highly Visible, Clean Spelling and Grammar, Leaves No Doubt on Legitimacy, and has very few if any complaints online
- B – Has all of “A” except has been in business less than 10 years
- C – Verifiably legitimate company lacking presentation skills (hard to find contact information, some typos or other errors) and may have some complaints online
- D – Questionable legitimacy based upon lacking contact information, noticeable typos, and a confusing website and has some complaints online
- F – Company presents itself in a way that leaves prospects confused on its legitimacy and turned off by a complete lack of professionalism and has many complaints online
Compensation Plan: (20%)
- A – Best in Industry
- B – Highly Competitive with Industry
- C – Average with Industry
- D – Below Average with Industry
- F – Difficult to earn and may be questionable in setup or even illegal
Industry and Company Strength: (15%)
- A – Excellent long-term growth potential
- B – Good long-term growth potential
- C – Possible long-term growth potential
- D – Stable or declining industry, may be at risk in short-term future
- F – Not likely to exist in long-term
Support and Training: (10%)
- A – Clear track record of providing comprehensive training and support with audios, videos, conference calls, e-mails, newsletters, and telephone support. Documented by a substantial number of different testimonials found online and few if any complaints
- B – Same as A, except more information and testimonials are needed to verify
- C – Some complaints about training (including missing components listed in A)
- D – Same as C except there are also complaints about lack of support and response times
- F – Many complaints online about company support and training indicating a company in disarray
Community and Culture: (10%)
- A – Clear track record of providing resources such as discussion forums, e-mail lists, newsletters, in-person conventions, recognition awards and prizes, conference calls (with open discussion time). Documented by a substantial number of different testimonials found online
- B – Same as A, except more information and testimonials are needed to verify
- C – Limited amount of resources are provided according to evidence
- D – Numerous complaints about the lack of resources online
- F – Obvious disregard for building a work from home business community and culture by providing few, if any resources, and having many documented complaints online
Overall Value: (25%)
- A – Weighing all evidence in other criteria, in my opinion the company is clearly a work from home success story, offering a business with widespread appeal that is supported through an excellent support structure, community, and culture. Company is highly recommended
- B – For the most part contains all of A, however some doubts remain and may include some complaints online, lack of time in business, or other circumstances. Company is recommended
- C – Company is lacking in at least one key area but may be a safe investment in some circumstances. Company can be recommended with reservations on a case-by-case basis only
- D – Company cannot be recommend due to serious flaws in at least 2 key areas
- F – Company cannot be recommended and is likely a scam, illegal, or on the verge of closure with massive flaws in at least 3 key areas
