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Agree...most of the things on here about Axolotl have been (sm)

Posted By: Too Old MQer on 2006-06-06
In Reply to: Mostly good things about Axolotl - sede

pretty favorable. It was one of the companies I was considering since I'm going to leave MQ pretty soon....and I still haven't ruled them out totally...seems like they are a good company. 


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Mostly good things about Axolotl
I checked the archives on this company just a week or so ago and was pleased to find pretty much only good things folks had to say about Axolotl.
Axolotl. Lately things have been a little slow on
Mondays because some accounts are on OT almost every weekend, but still plenty of work, they pay for downtime too or you can make it up when workload picks up.  I have never thus far not been able to get my minimum in.   
Do you mean Axolotl? If so, I've heard many good things about them. nm
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Axolotl....Yep must agree!!!
You bet!!
Three things, I agree

Also SE here.  I know, I used to hate when I was scheduled to work and there were very few reports, especially at the end of the payperiod.  I work overnights, so to adjust my sleep, get up and voila, no work or someone else is doing it ripped (on the old Dictaphone system.


It used to be, many moons and managers ago, that MT's were told in no uncertain terms that they were not to just jump on and steal others income. They were told to call the CSC before working any extra.  If they persisted in doing so, they would either be disconnected, or to really nip the chronic hoggers, they would just not pay them for the lines they made when they were not supposed to be on the system and had not called in for approval.


Now, with DQS, MQ just does not care who does the work as long as it just gets done.  The bottom line is TAT and $$$, it comes from management all the way up and when they call you, an SE to help out, why should we not do so?


Maybe I'm going to get flamed here, but I still do call in to see if they need any help (or they're calling me) and if I get the go ahead, then I will work. 


I agree, it's not fair to blame all SE's for the lack of work... I'm sure their are plenty of employees that work extra.  Correct me if I'm wrong on that but again, blame management. 


I know the feast or famine on whose working when.  I do the majority of my work on weekends, and I know just how bad TAT gets the first weekend of each payperiod and I feel pressured to work harder.


Again, don't mean any flames here, just stating my thoughts. 


I agree, Endiqua - don't take things so
personally - it's always hard to receive constructive criticism, but if they are not being nasty to you, what's the problem? Their job is to give feedback - period. We all need it sometimes.
I agree - These things can take on a life of their own.
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I agree.. things have just felt different there lately
Past few months, whenever overtime is offered, it is offered with a warning that your lines should match up to your overtime hours and don't take advantage, blah, blah, balh. Almost makes you feel guilty for putting down overtime even though you are sitting there working. Now, we basically have had our holiday pay taken away. I used to be a real big supporter of OSi and they have basically treated me well, but I'm getting really discouraged.
I do not always agree with the way TT handles things but
then I'm definitely not in the know on everything that goes into their decision making. However, I must say I really respect them for nipping this rumor in the bud so quickly and putting our fears (at least for me) at ease.
I agree, i love those things too :)
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I agree. That's the ONLY way things will ever change. nm
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agree - most people only have good things to say about MDI-MD
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I agree, there are worse things in the world...sm
than going to Saudi Arabia and getting a nice salary, I can imagine.
Especially if one is free as a bird and has no other obligations.
I have to agree. I have been with MQ for a very long time and things just keep getting worse and
worse. I can imaging this new pay plan that is such a guarded secret will not be to our advantage that is for sure unless you are willing to work 24/7/365 which is what they expect now to make money. You are constantly jumping from account to account and ASR has picked the good dictators out so it is a constant string of mushmouths left that ASR cant understand, etc. etc.
Agree, lines are hard to get. I also think the sound quality doesnt help things. nm
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No. Expect good things, and good things will come
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axolotl.com
Love that lizard.
Axolotl
When did you apply? Was it this year - just curious before I answer their advertisement.

Axolotl
Does anyone know anything about this company... How they pay???  Anything in general would be helpful... Thanks
Axolotl
I cannot believe that they are still in business. I know that they have an office in Tampa. Not sure how they are doing. Keep doing your research/investigation on this company.


Axolotl.
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axolotl
Anyone have any info on co.?  Considering applying for Editor position.  Do they supply equipment? good benefits?  Any info would be appreciated.
Anyone know about Axolotl QA?
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Axolotl
Any info on this company, any feed back please. 
Ex-Axolotl
When I worked for them a year ago, their typing platform was slooooooooooooow. I am a very fast typist, and I very seldom could reach my line count with them. I had to wait 3 minutes or more (depending on the length of the report)for a report to send to the hospital, and could not start a new report until that one was sent. Spent a lot of time playing Solitaire on my computer. If you are fast, you will be extremely frustrated.
Axolotl

Anyone ever hear of this company?  I am considering and any information appreciated


Thanks


Axolotl
Any info please?  It seems like recently with in the last month or so I read posts by an MT that just started with them and thought things were going great, as far as the system, staff, work, etc.  Anyone please any info?  Thank you. 
Axolotl
Health insurance begins 30 days after you start working.
Axolotl
I have two friends that recently went with this company in the past month and they really like it. They have been offering OT every day so there is plenty of work
Axolotl

Any Axolotl employees out there??  Are you happy? 


I am considering accepting an offer from them.  It seems they have a lot to offer.   I am currently with Medware and very, very unhappy with them lately. 


Any advice appreciated.


axolotl
The management staff is very friendly.  Horrible accounts with the world's worst ESLs.  The percentage of ESLs was so high, I highly suspect cherry-picking.  Made less than minimum wage trying to decipher this garbage, with nearly 15 years of experience.  Editors who don't know the difference between affect and effect, yet deign to pick apart your work and leave snide comments.  Is that enough info? 
I also would like to know about Axolotl, please.....sm
I had an interview and would like to know more about this company, before I make a decision. I see there really are no recent posts regarding this company.  Any recent information would be ever so helpful with my decision.  Is the platform slow, how are the incentives, benefits, communication between employees and management, etc.?  Thank you.
Axolotl
I've never worked for them, but have a friend that is starting with them this next week. When I get info from her, I will post it here on the board. I know they pay a referral bonus if you refer someone and then they are hired. That's always a plus. She did say that the pay was above average and more than she is making now which is .11 cpl on an onc account.
Axolotl
Nasty!!!!
Axolotl

 


The company is fully aware of what it means.  If you go to the website, you will see. 


When I hired on, they actually sent me a salamander on a keyring!!  Their name is different because they, as a company, are different than any other!! 


I have transcribed now for 14 years and trust me, I have never had a better employer. 


Their benefits are awesome, their pay is more than competitive and I cannot think of one thing negative about them. 


It's Axolotl - nm
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Axolotl

MT25, I've also heard good things about this company.  Could you tell me what Lotus Notes are?  I am thinking about applying with them.  How would you rate the majority of accounts?  Hard to make lines with difficult dictators?  Do you transcribe for several docs or just a select few?  Thanks!


Axolotl

 


Axolotl expects quality and reliable MTs.  Due to the fact, they do not overstaff, it is IMPERATIVE, everyone be there for their scheduled shifts.  They provide OUTSTANDING and affordable benefits, as well as more than competitive pay. 


If you meet the above standards as an MT, then you should apply.  If you don't meet these standards, then you need to find a company who doesn't expect you to produce quality documents and to show up for your shift. 


I have been an MT for 13 years.  Axolotl is better than any company I have ever researched or any employer I have worked for.


If you are looking for former employees who did not meet the above standards, I am sure you can find them.


Axolotl

Axolotl
Does anybody have any information about this company.  I was checking out their website, and it didn't seem too bad.  Is there anybody working for them who can tell us a little about the company such as their line count requirement, is it comparable to MQ, and what they think of this company, etc.  Any information would be helpful.  Thanks in advance.
Axolotl

Does anyone know if Axolotl is hiring?  Everything I'm hearing about them sound really good.  My only concern is that someone posted they only have about 75 employees (kinda small), and if they hire more MTs, the workflow may be low...hmmm.


 


Axolotl MT

I wanted to thank you for all the information.  I am seriously considering applying.  So far, this one appeals the most to me.  I am still trying to decide if I want to make the move; this is something I take very seriously.  It has just been so difficult to make the money at MQ with all the changes; it almost seems intentional on their part to make it more difficult for the MTs so that they don't have to pay out these quarterly bonuses.  I could see having 3 or 4 accounts....that would be ideal, but 13 unfamiliar accounts with specifics to learn for each.....this, I find to be outrageous!!!  With all of this going on, they are driving their MTs (even the veteran MTs) right out the door!  BIG MISTAKE.


Axolotl?????
Does anyone know if Axolotl is strictly IC work?
Axolotl
Actually, I think they only hire employees.
Axolotl

Did you send your resume in and they called you...is that what your saying??


axolotl

I have never worked for Transcend but I have worked for Axolotl now for 2 years.  They are a great company with a good line rate, great benefits and a very user-friendly platform.  In my opinion, you cannot go wrong working for Axolotl!!!


Axolotl
Can someone tell me if they are or are not currently hiring??
Axolotl

It's just what I'm looking for.  Heard a lot of great things about it.  Nice people, etc. Lots of positives!!!!  Sounds like a place to call home.


 


axolotl
What does it mean to be a Tier 3?
Axolotl
Yes, they do start really quickly. If you start on the last day of the month, the insurance will go into effect the very next day. So, if you start at the beginning of the month, the insurance will start the next month. Very affordable too.
Axolotl is only $110 per day for

Health, dental and vision.