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"Associate Project Manager at Kirkland WA"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Appen full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
At Appen I have learned so much about technology business and data administration that is put to use in the improvement of tools that millions of people use every day. Now, every time I think of a person going over a search online it makes me proud to feel like I possibly made that search more accurate and reliable in a way. Appen offers a great working environment with great office space, phenomenal people, and flexibility. At Appen, my expertise is much appreciated and always welcome, we build our teams to be diverse and provide different points of view for each and every decision.
Cons
If you are going into Appen thinking that working from home is basically having a pc on and watching Netflix then this is NOT for you. Appen provides challenging work and it will keep you engaged. (This is not really a con but more of an FYI for future applicant's consideration)
Advice to Management
Management is open, clear and always happy to interact with you. Anyone from your director to the CEO will reply to your email and provide you valuable information for your success. Keep it up!
Appen 2018-05-09 09:33 PDT Helpful (3)
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"Love this job!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Appen part-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Set your own hours; easy work; excellent customer service
Cons
I only get paid monthly
Advice to Management
Keep up the good work!
Appen 2019-01-11 05:56 PST![Appen Logo]()
"Nice little check on the side"
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I have been working at Appen part-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Gives a little check once a month
Flexibility
Tasks are easyCons
Not enough money to support yourself fully
Space communication (if any)
Not enough projects to work onAdvice to Management
Communicate better with employees and make more projects available for those looking for more work.
Appen 2019-02-13 01:34 PST![Appen Logo]()
"great company"
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RecommendsNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Appen part-time (More than a year)
Pros
you work your own hours
Cons
sometimes work is not available. extra cash job only
Appen 2019-01-31 16:39 PST![Appen Logo]()
"Good for Extra Income"
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Work load is fairly light
Cons
Projects are far and few between
Monthly Paycheck
Confirmation takes a whileAppen 2019-01-29 12:40 PST![Appen Logo]()
"Great company!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Appen part-time (Less than a year)
Pros
great opportunity, love the flexibility
Cons
short term projects. Average salary
Appen 2019-01-28 09:06 PSTHelpful (7)
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"Outstanding Company"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Appen part-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
You work from home at your own pace. There is a wide variety of projects to apply to. Entry level to degreed positions are available. The work is challenging and keeps you engaged. Every project is different but I have worked several and I truly enjoyed the work. Most days I can't wait to get started. There are lots of "work from home" opportunities out there but Appen is by far the best of them all! The guidelines are strict, so you need to be serious and invested in the work but Appen operates with integrity and with mine and the client's best interest as their first priority. Apply today!
Cons
The ONLY issue I have ever had is that often times the client is not able to provide enough work for you to get the required 4 hours. Some days there is no work at all. This causes much anxiety for me. However, I suspect this is likely unique to the specific project that I am now working on.
Advice to Management
Try to keep the queues full and loading jobs when technically possible and when the queues are empty please notify us so we don't stress out over missing the 4 hour minimum. I rarely, if ever, get any notice that the queues are empty. So I spend many hours in a day emailing management and repeatedly logging in throughout the day looking for work in the queues trying to get at least 4 hours work in the tool. Otherwise the management team is top notch and I highly recommend Appen and I intend to be a loyal partner as long as they will have me.
Appen 2018-12-28 12:57 PSTHelpful (10)
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"Independent Consultant"
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RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Appen full-time (More than a year)
Pros
Easy job to get, easy payments, on time payments, legitimate work-from-home job, make your own hours, clear training/instructions.
Cons
The pay is still fairly low, the work is a bit mind-numbing, they CAN and WILL fire you for whatever reason they feel like, you never know when a contract will end, only pay once a month, and across all projects-- the project programmers are not good at communicating with each other.
Advice to Management
Please pay your employees better, pay more than once a month (or partner with earnin), let everyone know at least an approximate start/stop date, communicate with each other, and above all else- please stop acting like we're all easily expendable. Some of us are disabled, homeless, or rely on this job entirely. We work hard, appreciate it.
Appen 2019-01-04 03:41 PSTHelpful (7)
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"Search quality evaluator"
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I have been working at Appen part-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Work from home
Decent pay $10 hr upto 20 hour a week
Can work from phone or laptop
Paid on time but once a monthCons
Testing extensive
No pay for training or testing
Below average pay
Paid monthly onceAdvice to Management
Need more direct and quicker support
Paid training and testing and offer hourly rate that’s competitive or at the least similar to other companies with same positions.Appen 2019-01-09 17:02 PSTHelpful (2)
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"Ok and somewhat flexible"
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Neutral OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at Appen part-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Work when you want, as long as work is available
Cons
Random restrictions, no clear reason
Appen 2019-01-12 07:03 PST
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Appen Response
May 9, 2018
Thanks for this excellent review and for your continued work here at Appen!