I remember the school having a total of 160 hours of training to receive a certificate. And being there and instructed by very experienced operators that did take the time to instruct those and their weak areas that needed improving. A class of over thirty or more and I can't member that anyone dropped out. Everyone talked positive about being there. What I do remember on the day of graduation was the unexpected recognition of being the graduate having the highest score for all test, written, field and road test score for that class. That is unforgettable.
I loved working for TMC for a few reasons. They have an amazing retirement plan and benefits. It was a laid back atmosphere. I absolutely loved all of my coworkers and how everyone worked as a team. I enjoyed having nights and weekends off to focus on my workouts and preparing for my obstacle races, especially my Spartan Races.
Teletech is a wonderful place to work. They will work with you as long as you do what you are suppose to do. I loved the things I was able to learn while working at Teletech. I would go back to Teletech any day! I actually worked through Teletech on the Healthways call floor.
The hours was good. And the people in the beginning.
So, I finally had it with the eternal and fruitless job search. Finally sick of the non-responses, the age discrimination, the scam job ads, the whole ugly thing. I decided to take back control of my situation and figure out a way to begin my own business and I have. Ah.... the freedom that comes from being your own boss is worth all the trials and bumps and bruises that come at the start of it.
I thought about what I can do that other people want and/or need and I came up with a few things actually. I can write, I can translate and I can teach English as a Second Language (ESL). So I went with the ESL because that seemed to be where the greatest demand was. So now I am teaching online ESL classes via Skype and voila! I have my own business and I feel very hopeful about the future again.
So I would suggest to anyone having a great deal of difficulty finding work, for whatever reason, that rather than get utterly frustrated and discouraged, try to think of something you are able to do that could make you money and get it started. Yes, it is hard work, but definitely worth it. Ah.... the freedom.