sales representative

tutor

content developer

developer

shift manager

Link-Systems International

At first I enjoyed my job and helping students. The work itself isn’t the problem and is easy. The real issue is management and their lack of communication with employees. 

During the pandemic we were offered to work from home but they only paid us time on task. Meaning you get paid per task rather than your full 8hrs. Usually this is not a problem, however, they also expected us to adhere to our work schedule. Additionally, over the summer they lost two major clients which meant that the work was virtually 0. So imagine being required to sit at your computer 40hrs a week and not get paid at all for it, only if you picked up a paper that appeared once in a blue moon. This meant that in an 8hr work day I would only be paid for the 1hr. They didn’t let us log in whenever, either, because then management would text you and ask why you weren’t logged in for work.  I wasted so much of my life and ended up having to seek new employment because I just could not pay my bills. Sometimes paychecks would be 0 because they paid healthcare.

They never told us about the loss of the two major clients so I was totally unprepared for the decline in money and to prepare financially. Instead, I figured it out on my own and it ticks me off because those clients essentially put the food on my table. 

Aside from this, technology was way outdated and there were never any raises despite me working there for awhile and getting trained in multiple areas. An entry level tutor with no extra training basically makes the same money as a tutor who is trained to the max and does extra work to help management. 

Basically, this job is not a career and honestly benefits more as part-time work than anything else. It has failed me time and time again. The nerve to make me sit there 40hrs a week and pay me nothing is criminal.  It would have been one thing if it was optional to sit there, but it was mandatory and for no pay. 

My career at Link-Systems International, Inc. has been an incredible journey of growth for me. I started here as a tutor in the NetTutor division, and I've experienced firsthand the amazing opportunities this education technology company offers. They're all about transforming the learning experience and empowering educators, students, and professionals.

At LSI, they really value their employees and recognize talent. I've been lucky to earn multiple promotions during my time here, which has allowed me to contribute more to their mission. Every role I've had has been intellectually stimulating and challenging in all the right ways. The collaborative work environment is fantastic, with a focus on personal development and support from management and colleagues.

What I love about this company is their commitment to diversity and inclusion. They embrace people from all backgrounds and perspectives, creating a vibrant and respectful community. Plus, they understand the importance of work-life balance, providing flexibility to manage personal commitments without sacrificing professional excellence.

A typical day as a tutor involved you helping student either in a 1 on 1 live session with students from various small time colleges, or giving feedback on submitted papers that can range in quality pretty drastically.  A good mix of students who want help, and those who want you to do their homework for them.  Of course we give help where we can but tutors are strictly forced to help students for a limited time; normally less than 20 minutes per paper, no matter the size.  Remember, quantity rather than quality.  They have a "meta" of pre-written responses that they want you to use in order to lessen the times on your paper.

Management is terrible.  No room for advancement.  Never responds to e-mail or phone calls.  (but they sure do contact you if they need something from you!) They forcibly train you for more work with the same amount of pay.  

$12.00 an hour for college graduates with a bachelors degree?  Pitiful.

Pro-  Very relaxed policies.  Free coffee.  Easy but boring.  Can listen to music while working.  Very relaxed with schedules.  Not a bad side job or part time job if you are still in school.  Would not recommend if you are needing a full time job or a career.

Fellow employees are wonderful, including management. Higher-ups, while typically very pleasant (if non-serious), can occasionally have unrealistic demands at various and often inexplicable intervals with undue notice.

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the work, furloughs can occur, occasionally indefinite, and lay-offs are intermittent and rather sudden.

The work itself is easy considering the pay, though educated background knowledge of subjects tutored is necessary. Expectations of workload handled, however, can raise dramatically periodically, even during slow periods of business.

The most enjoyable part is the staff, all of whom are intelligent and fun to work with.

Link-Systems International has a relaxed work atmosphere that encourages collaboration between coworkers on their respective duties. Every day, tutors work diligently to provide the best service to the student clients through the Socratic Method, encouraging students to learn themselves through a series of guiding questions. The management is fair and listens to the employees, and there is low-stress most days. The most difficult aspect of the job is finding the right balance between helping students learn on their own and simply giving them the answers; the most enjoyable aspect is the feeling of satisfaction by successfully helping students.

This is a fantastic job for those who like to use their brains, form a bond with co-workers and feel good about guiding students through troubling academic times. The immediate supervisors in the tutoring department are skilled and work very hard. Unfortunately, the president refuses to delegate payroll responsibilities or pursue sound business plans, so oftentimes employees just don't get paid. The delays can range from a couple of days to a month after an employee is supposed to be paid. This is not a long-term employment solution, or an option if you don't have a fair amount of savings. That's a shame, because online education is a promising field, and all of the employees are terrific people.

Link-Systems International provides their employees with a flexible, comfortable working environment with many opportunities for recognition and growth.  I have learned a great deal here with regards to task prioritization, educational technologies, online learning.  The management style at LSI is one that allows you to work without being micro managed and provides the freedom to develop work habits and strategies that meet your own personality.  The working environment is like working with one large family.  Everyone is very helpful and understands each other's importance to the mission of the company as a whole.

Link-Systems has unending potential, and it provides products and services that positively impact the quality of academic support provided by post-secondary institutions in the US. Unfortunately, Link-Systems is lacking an effective and comprehensive business development and sales strategy, as well as, a comprehensive marketing plan. They also need strong direct leadership to support the sales force through messaging new strategies, managing change and expectations, implementing new strategies, training, continued development, and continuous improvement of long-term plans and strategies. Change is need to realize their potential.

Helping students is great, the work culture is not. Supervisors and upper mgmt barly speak to employees unless its about the quality of work. Saying hello to coworkers seems to be a chore for them. Lack humility, appreciation and family atmosphere, even tho they count on tutors to keep the company running. They don't give raises and aim to pay as little as possible. Not bad people- communication skills and tangible incentives just severely lacking. if you want a job where your comfortable staying in the same place and not advancing, and need to coast for a while, enjoy not talkn to ppl and dont mind inconsistent pay bc sometime work is slow, this is the place for you.

The schedule is flexible and management is typically understanding about employee needs. Work is seasonal, which may not be suitable for those who wish to maintain a stable salary. The work environment is extremely casual. Most employees get along well, and there is often a great sense of camaraderie among coworkers. Technology is quite a bit outdated, but sufficient for basic job tasks. Working here, I have met some of the most intelligent and interesting people in my life.

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