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Started 4 years ago by katieb
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katieb
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I am looking for a job, and I got this classified ad out of the lantern online. it's the top one about Everyday Essential Gifts
does it look legit? I can't decide
the ad in the lantern:
http://www.sfa.osu.edu/jobs/stuemp/clericaloff.html
their website:
http://www.eegiftshop.com/wah.html
Make money today by simply posting online ads for our company!
Make money today by simply doing product research for our company!
Make money today by becoming an Everyday Essential Gifts Distributor!
I don't know what to think.
maybe the second one, and I read about it on the website, but I can't decide if it's a scam or not.
help!

Posted 4 years ago #
katieb
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actually, it wasn't in the Lantern, it was on the OSU website for student jobs.
through the student financial aid part.

Posted 4 years ago #
Rocknrolloutlaws
German Village
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From my experience, any time you have to ask "Is this a scam?" it probably is.
While this doesn't necessarily hold true for all things (im sure with enough looking you can find an exception) it's always been a handy rule of thumb for me.

Posted 4 years ago #
The Hegemo
Delusions of Grandview
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I'd be suspicious of any "job" where you have to order their kit to start doing the "work." And also of anything that says you can make $250 a day doing 45 minutes of work.

Posted 4 years ago #
katieb
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lol, I just get nervous because I don't know a lot of stuff about real things. (that probably didn't make any sense, but you know)
what I mean is, I don't have a lot of experience with real world stuff yet. and maybe other people do?

Posted 4 years ago #
Paul
Vancouver, BC
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It's not a scam in the purest sense of the word.
It's just not really a job. And it has about a 0% chance of being profitable.
You were right to be weary. Always follow your gut and stay away from any offer that makes you suspicious.
A real job should never make you suspicious.

Posted 4 years ago #
katieb
OSU
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SOB. I need some money!! lol
I'll have to keep looking

Posted 4 years ago #
Walker
The KLD / Downtown
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It shouldn't be too hard to find a real job somewhere near the campus area.

Posted 4 years ago #
katieb
OSU
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I found this one in The Lantern
Tuition Assistance Available- Financially generous executive seeks attractive, uninhibited F for mutually rewarding no strings attached long-term relationship.
:) wow-wee!

Posted 4 years ago #
shroud
Polaris
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That's crazy that was on the student financial aid OSU jobs site... I know anyone can submit stuff to be listed there, but you'd think they would have SOMEONE vetting it for legit operations.
You could always call SFA and see what the deal is with the listing. If nothing else, they might take it down? Or at least follow-up with the company for more info?

Posted 4 years ago #
somertimeoh
Harrison West
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katieb wrote SOB. I need some money!! lol
I'll have to keep looking
Are you looking for quick cash or a job? If you have transportation (I know a lot of students aren't allowed cars on campus so I'm not sure about your situation), I can tell you that every single store in the shopping center across the street from the Polaris mall is hiring. If you don't have a car, I wouldn't be surprised if all the shops in Lennox were too, I just haven't been over there in awhile to know for sure. If you're looking for a job it's a pretty good time because most retail places are hiring for the holidays. Good luck :)

Posted 4 years ago #
Coremodels
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If it costs money to do it, it's not a job. Pretty much that's a life lesson to live by.

Posted 4 years ago #
twistofreality
Northwest
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Come work for Teleperformance. We're always hiring. :twisted:

Posted 4 years ago #
JimL2

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Coremodels wrote If it costs money to do it, it's not a job. Pretty much that's a life lesson to live by.
Another good life lesson is that you have to spend money to make money.
Also "let thy maidservant be faithful, strong, and homely."
I guess my point is, how would you like to buy me a drink and also become my maid?

Posted 4 years ago #
Brewmaster
Portland, OR
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^ Did you just call someone ugly?

Posted 4 years ago #
Coremodels
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one suggestion I'd have is telemarketing for a mortgage company. It's pretty low pressure, as you're really taking a mini application and/or setting an appointment, most people have some interest, and you can easily make 15.00 an hour or more on a flexible schedule.
and they're always hiring.

Posted 4 years ago #
katieb
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JimL2 wrote Also "let thy maidservant be faithful, strong, and homely."
I guess my point is, how would you like to buy me a drink and also become my maid?
:shock: :shock: :shock: excuse me, have you forgotten who I am? if anything, I would have to be the cute maid who you are pining after who just cleans your house while you try everything to get me to notice you.
"oh, have I accidentally left those naked pics right where you would see them? silly me!"

Posted 4 years ago #
lisathewaitress
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Katie - have you thought about hostessing at a restaurant? They are always looking for cute people with a brain; if you are in school, the hours are pretty good - usually 5pm - 9ish, and most good restaurants will pay $9-$10 an hour.

Posted 4 years ago #
Big_Ben

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Finding a job on or near campus isn't hard at all, it is just a question of what type of work you want to do and how much you are expecting to get paid. What are you looking for in a job, both moneywise and the type of job as well? Looking for something semi-related to your major? What type of hours are you wanting to work?
When I started school I majored in computer and electrical engineering but ended up giving that up and working in the food service industry. I have no idea what really attracted me to this line of work but I do enjoy it a lot more than when I was doing DB design even though the money isn't nearly as good. I have been in various aspects of restaurant management for several years now and as part of that I get a lot of employees where it is their first job or atleast their first "real" job that they actually need to earn money from in order to pay their bills. I am a strong advocate in gaining experience in the field regardless of what you plan on doing with the rest of your life for the simple fact that you can learn a lot by working in a restaurant and it can be interesting. What little I have read of you posting I would have to say that Lisa is right, hostessing is probably more in your line of work but there are many things you can do.
If you are really in need of a job fast and your aren't picky about what you will be doing let me know and I can get you a job near campus. The starting pay is crap but there is definitely room for advancement.

Posted 4 years ago #
JimL2

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katieb wrote :shock: :shock: :shock: excuse me, have you forgotten who I am? if anything, I would have to be the cute maid who you are pining after who just cleans your house while you try everything to get me to notice you.
"oh, have I accidentally left those naked pics right where you would see them? silly me!"
I've tried leaving naked pictures strewn about before; girls don't tend to be impressed. So I'd probably take a different tack. Like whatever that fat guy in Jane Eyre did to trick Jane Eyre into fucking him. Gave her a corset? Wrote a poetry about her? Something like that. I don't remember what it was, I'll have to go watch that porno again... I'll get back to you about this.

Posted 4 years ago #