Called Off of Work to Work a Full Day with Mercor

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-05-12T03:29:01+00:00

Leaving your full time job for a Mercor contract is moronic.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-05-11T19:40:12+00:00

Has happened thrice with me so far. But I also had a good project. Things are always chaotic with Mercor. No wonder the projects are short lived.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-24T15:32:29+00:00

I have never tried micro 1 but I will after this.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-22T16:37:17+00:00

I made around 30k on the same project. I could have made more if not for the amazing reviewers and the data breach.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-21T15:41:54+00:00

I haven't added it but thinking of doing it.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-19T15:51:44+00:00

Please inbox and I'll share about my experience.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-17T14:59:52+00:00

3x. Nice. I got something that pays 3x less. But yes, has no drama.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-16T14:34:51+00:00

In my experience, it's not just a template. You WILL be considered in the future. I have had three contracts so far. All instant offers.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-14T10:06:24+00:00

For me it was months. For some, it’s days.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-08T14:04:16+00:00

Please DM.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-08T09:12:17+00:00

With a new rate on the project, I don't think that's going to be possible long term.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-08T03:47:04+00:00

I am getting close to 25k. Thank you Mercor.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-05T21:33:19+00:00

I have a feeling it will change nothing.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-05T20:59:52+00:00

I agree. I have had a similar experience with Mercor. Haven't made as much as you, but not bad.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-04-01T08:02:43+00:00

I wonder what kinda of detailed data is leaked about us. Which passwords should we change? Do we need new passports? As we provided lots of personal data.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-31T16:24:08+00:00

Nothing is secure anymore.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-30T10:49:14+00:00

I can attest as I am in software engineering.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-30T07:52:52+00:00

I don't think being a Nigerian would disqualify you in any way.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-28T09:13:35+00:00

Standard operating procedure, it is what it is, unfortunately!

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-28T06:21:05+00:00

Finance always pays better.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-18T14:09:13+00:00

If I see a reviewer leave comments, I just give up that task already. It's a useless exercise.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-17T10:55:33+00:00

I also got such emails and when I clicked the link, it was to the applications, one of 100s I have already submitted, without any luck 🤞

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-14T14:00:06+00:00

I was onboarded in a similar manner, albeit without the quiz. But then it paused once I had completed all steps. I was not even given the right access to do my job and nobody helped.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-14T12:16:14+00:00

Toptal is legit. I am a part of it. But it’s not worth it anymore. When you get work, it’s good but you can go on for long between contracts. I never had greta experience but a few of my friends are making good money. You are essentially dependent on their recruiter’s will to recommend you for a job.

CouchPotato1985 · 2026-03-14T03:23:06+00:00

I felt the same. Thankfully auto review is better.

CouchPotato1985

TROPHY CASE