Beware of job scams - they're everywhere!
Emily Worden ??
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This message is too important.
Job scams are everywhere these days, and I don’t want you falling for them. I heard about two different people getting taken in by two different job scams yesterday and I need you to protect yourself.?
I post about job scams on LinkedIn. I am sharing those posts below in case we’re not connected (please follow me and say hi! ) - these are too important for you to miss:
Here’s a running list of red flags that I have observed in scam job listings:
?? You are offered a job before completing an interview.
?? The company offers to host the interview via text message (or an app like Signal), rather than in-person or over Zoom.
?? The company asks for your personal information (like address, DOB, SSN, or banking information) - that information is requested only AFTER you sign a job offer and they are setting up payroll.
?? The pay is higher than usual, or the benefits are quite generous ("85% WFH," which does not exist).
?? A very flexible schedule.
?? Vague job descriptions and replies from the "recruiter."
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?? Typos and grammatical errors in the correspondence - one or two errors is understandable, but if you see a pattern it's a red flag.
?? The company offers to pay you for "office equipment" or asks you to "pay to apply."
?? Incomplete company information, or you can't find reliable company/recruiter information online.
?? The company says you will "make money fast" or the pay is 100% commission-based.
?? The company tries to sell you resume writing services.
If you frequently apply for jobs on sites like Indeed, you are particularly susceptible to scams. Blech! It’s one of the many reasons I don’t recommend applying for jobs through job boards.?
Instead, use Indeed (and LinkedIn Jobs, Glassdoor, Monster, etc…) to find job listings, then APPLY THROUGH THE COMPANY WEBSITE. (BONUS POINTS: Follow the company on LinkedIn and interact with its posts, then connect with people who work at the company.)?
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To your success,
- Emily
EMILY WORDEN is a certified professional career coach helping driven job seekers get hired, get paid, and get more confident in their personal and professional lives. She helps mid-career professionals with career transitions, whether they want to move into a new industry or return to work after a career pause. Emily created a proven five-step method to help people find jobs they love for more money than they were expecting - the typical client receives a job offer in three months with a 20% pay increase. Kick your career in gear at www.emilyworden.com .?
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1 年Such an important article! I was contacted by job seekers who have fallen prey to scam job listings. Specifically, those who are sent a counterfeit check to purchase office appliances, only to realize later that they are indebted to their bank for a whopping $5000. This type of scam is not only financially devastating, but it can also be emotionally distressing. It is important to remain vigilant and cautious when dealing with any financial transactions, especially those that seem too good to be true.