Ashley Ellis Reviews

Pros

Working for Ashley Ellis has helped me grow as a person and professionally. I work with an amazing group of people who will do whatever they can to contribute to the success of everyone in the office. All of my coworkers and managers are friendly, approachable, encouraging and genuine. As long as you truly want to be here and do what it takes to succeed, you will...your team will make sure of it! Also, there is lots of growth potential and management will help you get to where you want to be.

Cons

If I had to state a con it would be that it's easy to get caught up in the work and lose focus on work-life balance.

Advice to Senior Management

Keep doing what you're doing. I love coming to work and I truly love my job!!!!

Pros

its ok for an agency

Cons

Company does not provide enough for benifits adn needs to improve this aspect

Advice to Senior Management

treat your employees better and make them happy.

Pros

This company offers great opportunity for someone who is smart, personable and goal driven to start at the ground floor and work their way up to management. The company is growing and there are lots of opportunities for advancement. My favorite part of the company is the close knit team environment that is encouraging and motivating. There are lots of fun contests and quarterly prizes. It is a casual dress and fun environment.

Cons

The benefits (mostly the healthcare, vision and dental package) are good and getting better but is not quite there yet.

Pros

This position is more of an opportunity and it completely is the cliche "What you put in, is what you get out." If you are looking for a 9 to 5 job that is completely structured with detailed check list of your responsibilties than you should definitely look elsewhere. This is a chance for someone to run their own business within AE and completely brand themselves. There is a lot of creative work that needs to be put forth everyday to be successful. What I truley appreciate and love about the opportunity here, is how much I can say I have grown professionally and personally. You are truly pushed out of your comfort zone and confronted with challenges everyday that will make you a stronger more successful person.
In addition, everyday is totally, completely different. There is never a dull moment in the recruiting industry. I feel as though I work for multiple organizations in the Chicago area and are part of their team. I can see the impact I have on their teams helping them grow by matching up the candidates we are working with. On the opposite side, helping candidates everyday making a move into their dream jobs or career change, is truly touching. They really do appreciate the help we are providing for them. Finding a new position is very difficult these days and we are here to help.

If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking for a career within Sales/Recruiting, then Ashley Ellis is a great place to be. You will receive the foundation, and its up to you to do with it as you please. Self motivation and discipline are must haves...With those traits, you will be successful. The sky truly is the limit within recruiting and at Ashley Ellis. (Unfortunately, some do not always see it that way, and those are the people that do not work out or cut out for recruiting)

Cons

I would say the only area that I would improve are the benefits. After working with many organizations in area, you get to see that some companies have benefits that very impressive. :)

Advice to Senior Management

We are still growing and will learn as we go, but I believe having a more structured interview process will allow the people that are truly excited about sales and recruitng be at Ashley Ellis.

Pros

- Good potential to make money for some
- Growing company
- Treat recruiters very well
- Fun and Casual environment

Cons

- Horrible benefits
- Very Cliquey
- Management takes everything personal/very emotional
- Get fired for not closing deals
- Huge turnover

Advice to Senior Management

Try and create some professionalism in the office and follow corporate rulebook. Be honest with new employees on expectations of the office.

Pros

-The team environment is very dynamic, everyone is very supportive to help you acheive your ultimate goals.
-Financial Freedom. If you work hard, you will see the results.
-Motivation from Management.
-Resources to acheive goals.

Cons

-Benefits could be much better, and hopefully they will be soon :)
-Career path outside of sales.

Pros

If you are blessed enough to get the chance to work for a company like this where you are truly in control of your success you should take the leap and give it 110%! People that don't realize this or do not have the work ethic and intelligence to see what has been handed to them are better off working somewhere else. Lazy people will not be happy here....everyone that IS here is making an incredible living and having fun doing it, again its not for everyone. Its a fun, team environment, full of laughter, music, games and yes some work is involved, who would have thought?!

Cons

Benefits could be better but that is true of most companies these days.

Advice to Senior Management

Everything you presented during the interview and training process is accurate. Did I have my doubts? Yes, but it was all true and I appreciate the opportunity you gave to me, thank you!

Pros

For starters Sr. Management clearly know what they're doing and are extremely competent to lead the company. In terms of opportunities for growth; the sky really is the limit. However, everyone needs to know that you will only get as far as the amount of work you're ACTUALLY putting in. If you're lazy or don't want to put 100% of yourself into the job while at work, you won't be successful. Period.

Ashley Ellis also has the best team I've been apart of to date. People here truly look out for each other's success and even the idea of back-stabbing here is laughable. If you're cutthroat and could care less about helping someone on your team; this isn't the place for you.

Finally, once again you will only get as far as the work you actually put in. Expect to work but know that Ashley Ellis has one of the top compensation packages out there for a recruiter. Keep in mind that a base salary is only there to supplement you in between commission checks. If you're not putting in the work and not closing on business, then don't expect to make much money. For those who are prepared to work hard, learn everyday and be a part of a great team: you'll make money. There are absolutley no false expectations here: you earn what you work for.

Cons

As with many small companies the benefits leave more to be desired.

Advice to Senior Management

Add a "job-shadow" period to the interview process to help give people a very accurate picture of what to expect.

Pros

We are a team-oriented atmosphere and keep the balance between working hard and having fun. You are responsible for your own work, so your input determines your output and you are really able to take pride in your work. It is an open environment so feedback from management and co-workers is continuous.

Cons

This is not really a downside, but it is a very challenging and busy environment. You must be ready to work hard to be successful!

Advice to Senior Management

The leadership at Ashley Ellis is awesome at guidance and feedback. They are always open to ideas and thoughts.

Pros

Ashley Ellis give you the tools for growth professionally and personally. We have great team work and an energetic work enviroment.

Cons

Never enough time to get all that you want acomplished.