02072519028

same company Aspire Acquisitions but different number 07846938125

just recieved a phone call was going to go for the interview tomorrow luckly found this website!!!

im registed with reed aswell and will be reporting this to them!

I received an email from London Marketing Services ( who coincidently share offices in london bridge with EA aquisitions) and am supposed to go in for an interview tomorrow. Luckily I chose to do some research for it, and have found so much about these scam companies! Obviously not going in tomorrow. It takes the piss, people like me who have worked pretty hard to get their degrees, and these companies just assuming that noone will be smart enough to figure it out!

I was about to go to a meeting with Aspire Acquisitions today. Similar story with me. I applied through Reed and got an immediate call back on Friday for an interview today (Monday). The postal address and email are the same as listed, but they used a different phone number for me.

1 BATH STREET
LONDON
EC1V 9LB
0207 017 3866
hrdept@aspireldn.co.uk

Don't think I'll be going to my interview now!

Never received (to date) the email myself, but from the sounds of it hardly a great loss.

Sounds similar to a previous company I have worked for (and wouldn't go back to as I'm no good at it). I wouldn't call it a scam myself just a different business model that works well IF (and only if) you are into very direct sales work. Sell the product (whatever it might be) get paid commission, move up to assistant manager role, after about 1-2 years get a franchise of your own set up paid for by the company using your team sales to fund it. Some interesting accounting on the part of the company possibly as I could never get everything to add up with everyones commission (going up the chain to the ultimate parent of all the franchises) taken into account.

I just got a call after applying for a job two days prior
I had a feeling it was a scam, been to these before
Thanks to all the post above for the heads up
I dont think I will be going to the interview after all.

For the record it was a young woman who spoke to me and offered me an interview for the next day.

i recieved one of these calls however the job was for admin/resepsonist. Does that mean the jobs means il end up being on of those idiots ringing to scam people? My return the call number was an 01482 number which is my local city should i still avoid this interview at all costs?
Couldn't get the company name on the call as she talked so fast to understand.

Thank you all for the comments posted on this web regarding Aspire Acquisitions. Comments and feedback are welcome and I just changed my mind.

They have called me aswell, but from a Coventry number saying relocating.  When u call back the number is always engaged - Saw them on Totaljobs..so similar thing happening here..

beware them, guys!

they multiply like mushrooms after rainy season!
it is sometimes hard to discern their adds amongst geniune ones.

things to look for in THEIR adds:
- must be over 18
- must work FULL TIME
- must be available immediatelly
- no experience is necessary

lots of !!!! marks to make you feel excited etc

"we will train you in
-leadership
-sales
-marketing
-recruitment
-team management

ingore them guys, they're scammers.

My word, these scammers are APPALLING!!  Thanks so much for the heads up so I know not to waste my time.  I likewise have been called for interview and won't be attending.  So many people needing jobs and wanting to kick start their careers in sales/marketing and they just take advantage like this, awful.

OMMMGGGGGGGGGGGGGG.......SO DISSAPPPOINTED!!!!.....LLLLLLLOOOOOLLLLLLL....im lucky!!!!....i was gonna start but thought id research it properly as i didnt like the idea of being SELF EMPLOYED being a student!!!!!............THANKS I DID!!!!!

I had a call from the same number: 0207 251 9028, the name of the company being Aspire Acuisitions, the funny thing is their website is Aspiremktg.com, then when you go to their website suddenly the name changes to 'Aspire Acuisitions', already inconsistant with the webname, and when you receive their email suddenly you notice another suffix: Aspireldn.co.uk !!!! And Here is the email I got from them, see how unprofessional it's written, with no editing efforts, making me laugh at these guys,YOu read the email and judge for yourself, I didn't touch this, all you see is what I got in the email, their email actually looks a bit better here, the funny thing is they even put their frequently asked question at the end of their invitation email, lol, with document making skills of Vicky Polard, honestly, look af the way they have given direction to their office, and this is supposed to be the voice of one of the UK's leading marketing companies!!! have a look, sit back, and laugh...

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We look forward to meeting you during your preliminary interview on Wednesday 12th of August. We have reserved a meeting with one of our Managing Directors at 10:10hrs. Please be sure you are dressed smart and have a printed copy of your CV with you so the manager has one during your interview. When you arrive, please ask for Tatiana from Aspire.


We anticipate Wednesday being busy due to the number of people currently looking for full time work in London, so please keep us informed if you are running late or unable to attend. We will do our best to contact you if we run into delays; however you should clear at least 30-45 minutes for the interview including any waiting time.  

Our managing director will want to learn more about your background and your career goals, so please be prepared to discuss these.  He will also break down a more detailed job description, tell you more about the services we provide for our clients, and outline where you could fit in to our plans for 2009. Any specific questions you have about the role can be addresses with them.    

We will not be making a final decision based on Monday’s interview.  Some candidates will be invited back for a second, more thorough, interview where they will spend a full day with an experienced client representative.  This day is an evaluation of the candidate’s work ethic, ability to recall information, and overall communication skills.  It is also very helpful for the candidate since they are given the opportunity to observe the role and educate themselves about our marketing system.  Once this full day interview is complete, we will look to make a mutual final decision.  
We have included directions and a link to a map below. If you have any difficulties locating us, please do not hesitate to ring and we will navigate you. See you soon!
             ****Feel free to visit our website http://www.aspiremktg.com****


Kind Regards,
Tatiana.

Directions
The nearest underground station is Old Street Station which is on the Northern Line (King's Cross branch). Our office is really easy to find if you use exit #8. The main road you'll be on is City Road. There is a green line painted along the sidewalk.  Follow the green line up until it turns left for Moorefield's Eye Hospital. DO NOT TURN LEFT: Continue walking straight on City Road, past the Bavarian Beerhouse, and take the next left, which is Bath Street (it's at a set of traffic lights). We are the first set of blue double doors and you will see a plaque that says '1 Bath Street'. The door should be unlocked, so just push to enter and reception is straight ahead.
http://www.multimap.com/maps/?&hloc=GB|EC1V9LB#t=l&map=51.52692,-0.08793|17|4&loc=GB:51.52785:-0.09132:16|EC1V9LB|EC1V9LB

Frequently Asked Interview Questions
How should I dress for the interview?
Please dress smart.  (We understand new comers to the business world may not have suits, in which case a shirt and tie is suitable for gents; while ladies can wear dress slacks or a skirt with a blouse or jumper.)
What should I bring with me?
We advise candidates to bring a printed copy of their cv, a short summary of their career goals, and a pen.  (We will ask all candidates to fill out an application form, so if you are unable to print your cv, don’t panic)
How long will the interview last?
Our interview process is broken down into three stages.  The first (preliminary) interview will last approximately 10-20 minutes.  The goal of this interview is to meet candidates, introduce our business, and discuss the opening.  We also evaluate candidates’ communication skills, level of confidence, and career goals.  A second, more thorough, interview involves the candidate observing the role first hand along with our evaluation of their work ethic, ability to multi-task and people skills.  The final interview is where we’ll reach a final decision about the candidate’s compatibility and confirm terms.  
How many positions are you looking to fill?
There is no set number. At the moment we are working with national clients in need of exposure, therefore we do not wish to limit their growth, nor that of our company.  Throughout the recession we intend to provide work for recent graduates, career changers, redundancies and the like.  
When will the role commence?
The role is set for an immediate start.
What are the salary/ benefits?
Details vary based on campaign, results, advancement, and responsibility.  On average, non-experienced new starts earn between £300- £600/ week.  As candidates advance and assume more responsibility they will continue to earn significantly more.  Specific questions regarding pay can be answered during your interview.  
What are the hours?
These also vary based on the campaign you are chosen for and the amount of advancement / responsibility to undertake.  They will be set during the interview process.  
What type of experience/ degree is required?
Our clients require us to provide all candidates with full product training through workshops and in-house presentations, so no specific experience/ degree is required.  However, experience dealing with customers in retail sales, customer service, telesales or the like is beneficial.  Business related degrees often accelerate an individual’s learning curve and comprehension.


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Wow, what can I say. I was hugely filled with excitment I was going to be getting 16k minimum per year, I was suspicious so I decided to find out more about the company online and I find this. My suspicion came mainly from a typing error in the email and then theri website, www.aspiremktg.com does not work. I got an identical email to the one above and have an interview scheduled for 4.30pm on Monday 10th August. I am supposed to ask for Carley.

The fact no one seems to be able to stop them means they might not necessarily be doing anything illegal as am sure someone would have reported them to the police. They are just recruiting people with lies about their job.

It's a real shame, a real real shame!!!!!!!!!!

I just got a call from coventry saying I had an interview with aspire tommorow! Thought it was dodgy to be called up
So
Quick! Thanks for the heads up, this
Is one interview I shall
Not
Attend!!!

I went into the Coventry office today, i was an hour late due to getting lost after being given dodgey directions. Upoon arrival, i was greeted to rnB music pumping from computer speakers, hardly professional at all. They then asked for a copy of my CV which i thought they would have anyway, and then asked to fill in a form.

I then was greeted by one of the managers and went upstairs to see a corridor with no paint on its walls (apprently undergoing a refurb), then into an office again with no paint on the walls, just a desk and laptop and a couple of seats.

The managed spoke non stop for what must have been 5 minutes, about how they want to expand the company from 30 to 50 offices, and the career progression on offer (at this point, i didnt feel something was right).  The guy clearly had not read my CV previously, as he didnt have a clue about me. He then asked why they should take me on, and then instructed me to stand by my phone for a call later in the evening for a call back tomorrow.

Overall seemed very unprofessional, on a more aesthetic point fo view the chap wore a really cheap suit to be a manager. I didnt think it was worth the hassle from the email, but wanted some practice for an interview next week. Was not intending on going back tomorrow, and after reading the experience of Victoria on here i shall definately not be going back and may even question them further when they call later.

Carley called me being very nice. I was excited in the beginning but then thanks to this website I saved so much of my time. THEY ARE 100% a scam company.

Guys thank you so much sharing your experience.

Also DONT use REED.CO.UK I have recieved 3 scam proposals already after using their website for just 4 days. BEWARE!

I just got call from this number and she told me to come tomorrow at 1:30pm,
but still haven't received email regarding direction,
i guess they're scammers,
I also have experience to attend the EA worldwide, where they just used people to work
without paying.........

HI I JUST GOT A CALL FROM THIS NUMBER.IT WAS A LADY SPEAKING.SHE SAID SHE S CALLING ME FOR JOB INTERVIEW.SHE HAS ASKED ME TO COME TOMORROW AT 1.30.SHE SAID SHE WILL SEND ME CONFIRMATORY EMAIL TOO.

Guys, thank you very much!

Supposed to have interview with them today. Just cancelled! What a scam! Really...A lot of things put you off in the confirmation e-mail from Aspire. The funniest is the directions..'follow green line on the road'!!! OMG, is that professional?!

Anyway,

Good luck everybody, it's a terrible time to find a job :(

guys and girls I currently work for aspire,
any questions fire away