Beware of Joining Symmetry Financial Group: A Candid Look at the Realities
If you’re considering becoming a part of Symmetry Financial Group (SFG), I urge you to take a moment and reconsider. My personal experience with this organization was far from what I expected—it turned out to be a significant drain on my resources and energy. Here’s a frank discussion of the truths that SFG may conveniently omit until you’re already invested.
1. More of a Pyramid Scheme Disguised as a Financial Agency
While SFG presents itself as a life insurance agency, the actual focus is heavily on recruitment rather than sales. The business model emphasizes building a team and enlisting new agents under your wing, which becomes the primary means of generating income. Sales alone won’t provide the financial rewards—you must engage in a competitive pyramid structure to succeed.
2. Financial Investment Required—From You
As a new recruit, you won’t be considered an employee but rather a 1099 contractor. This status means you are responsible for covering your own training expenses, licensing fees, and, crucially, the cost of leads. Unfortunately, many of these leads are outdated or unqualified, resulting in wasted resources as you pursue uninterested prospects week after week.
3. Misleading Claims of Work-Life Balance
SFG promotes the idea of a flexible work-life balance, yet the reality is quite the opposite. To earn a living wage, you’ll find yourself working tirelessly, often late into the night. The demands to continually reach out to leads and schedule appointments leave little room for a realistically balanced lifestyle. If your earnings aren’t up to par, you’ll hear the same refrain: just “work harder.”
4. Income Instability and No Safety Net
You should know that with SFG, all compensation is commission-based—there’s no base salary or guaranteed income. If you fail to close deals, your finances suffer. As a newcomer, you may very well face initial losses before you see any gain, leaving you vulnerable and without a financial cushion.
5. A Culture of Unrelenting Positivity
Criticism isn’t welcome in the SFG environment. Should you express any struggles, you may be met with accusations of not adhering to the prescribed system or lacking ambition. This atmosphere of relentless positivity can feel less like encouragement and more like an attempt to mold you into a compliant participant in a high-pressure sales environment.
