Scam Alert! - Area Director The N2 Company Employee Review

1.0
Aug 24, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

You can work from home and create your own schedule.

Cons

Wow where do I begin. They tell you that you will be making at least 5k a month with "hard work" and if you "follow the program" all will be dandy. Unfortunately the program is a joke and I am glad I figured them out before I went bankrupt. You have to make at least 200 cold calls a week to set up appointments. The only catch is that there are at least 10 other people calling in your same area. You WILL cross paths with other Area Directors and it is sinful. Businesses find this ugly and unprofessional and some people I have called even rehashed the stupid pitch; "wouldn't you like to be a part of our magazine we have pictures of dogs and kids!" Lastly when you do meet face to face with prospective businesses they laugh at the 3 year contract. Most print advertisers will allow 3-12 month contracts. A 12 month contract is our VERY MINIMUM. This is a tough sell and most prospective clients will laugh at you. The training was horrible and you had to fly to Chicago on your own dime to attend it. The training was worthless and they should have mailed me the cheap training manual and I would have saved over 1k. I should have known better....All of the big shots were from CUTCO. CUTCO was the biggest scam company, and they were shut down by the Federal Government. BEWARE!

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Pros

Opportunity to build meaningful relationships within the community High level of autonomy and flexibility in your day-to-day work Creative freedom in storytelling and content creation Strong earning potential tied to your effort and consistency Supportive leadership that provides guidance without micromanaging Ability to make a real impact by connecting residents and local businesses

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The N2 Company Response
2mo
We really appreciate your candid review of the Area Director experience! You touch on just about everything -- the autonomy, the flexibility, impact. We are especially thankful for your advice to management. It's always important to hear from our people on how we can make their experience at N2 even better.
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Jan 31, 2026
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Pros

The Area Director role offers an incredibly rewarding blend of purpose, flexibility, and growth. One of the biggest advantages is the opportunity to do meaningful, community-driven work by building real relationships with neighbors and local business owners. The role is highly entrepreneurial, allowing you to run your market like your own business while still receiving strong support, training, and guidance from leadership. There is also significant long-term earning potential as the publication grows, along with creative fulfillment through storytelling, content development, and events. The flexibility of the schedule and the ability to see the direct impact of your work within your own community make the position especially satisfying.

Cons

Like any role, there are challenges, particularly during the initial ramp-up period. The first few months require patience, self-motivation, and the willingness to wear multiple hats, from relationship-building and sales to content planning and event coordination. However, these challenges often become strengths over time, as consistency and effort lead to momentum, stability, and confidence. For individuals who enjoy connecting with others, value autonomy, and want to build something meaningful with long-term potential, the positives of the Area Director role far outweigh the challenges.

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The N2 Company Response
4mo
Thank you so much for sharing your experience as an Area Director with N2! We love that you highlight the role brings purpose, along with flexibility and earning potential. It's also great you are transparent about the challenges of ramping up your magazine. It's not easy, but for the right people, it's a life-changing opportunity. So glad to have you on the team!
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