"The stress and urgency of job-hunting can encourage the most sensible people to let their guard down and rush into a sham deal. But it’s important to slow down when someone reaches out with an opportunity." #jobsearch #scam
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I’m desperately seeking a new job. But how do I avoid being a target of job scams?
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I've noticed an influx of scam emails this time around in my job search. I receive multiple emails weekly from "recruiters" or "hiring managers" at companies saying I've been selected for an interview and to schedule a time, some even having Calendly links and actual company email addresses and signatures. After the first one I fell for, still high emotions from my lay off, I reached out to the individual here on Linkedin since I never received a confirmation for said interview and she was as confused as I was. She said she wasn't currently hiring and what I received was a scam email she was working with Linkedin to get fixed. Every time I get an email from anyone now, I make sure to come on here and look up the person/company/position just to make sure it's real. As if it's not already a struggle to find a job, with the vast amount of people applying due to being laid off, companies posting ghost jobs they don't plan on filling or to grow their pipeline. Now add to that scam emails being sent to job seekers, just for their hopes to be shot down yet again. So to anyone in the job hunt with me, please be careful. We're all in this together, we'll overcome all the nonsense and land a role with companies that know our potential! #opentowork #jobseeker #recruiting #scamalert
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Check out this great blog post from Yoko Consulting. I've seen some of these scam job opportunities during my job search. If something seems sketchy, don't give out any info. There are a lot of scummy people trying to take advantage of you out there. #blog #yokoco #jobsearch #scam
How to Stop Employment Scams Impersonating Your Company or Organization - Yoko Co
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Landing a job has become more difficult, even while the labor market may look robust — and it’s a situation that scammers are eager to exploit. It’s a big enough issue that federal agencies like the FBI and Federal Trade Commission have issued warnings about job scams. One common scheme: Swindlers who pose as recruiters and contact you unprompted — including on job boards like Indeed and LinkedIn or even through WhatsApp messages — to entice you with a job opportunity you didn’t apply for. Then, they may ask you to send them money or personal information, according to Amanda Augustine, a career expert at TopResume. Or they might claim that you first need to complete their training course or coaching services to be eligible for their job opening in a predatory attempt to sell you their products, she says. While real recruiters do often reach out cold to potential hires, there’s a key difference between them and the grifters. Here are ways to spot and protect yourself from a con while job-hunting.
How to avoid scams while job-hunting online, according to career experts
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Job searching? Be sure to check out this article by Alex K. to learn ways to protect yourself from scams while trying to find your next job.
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Due to an increasing rise of job scams, we have put together some insights to help bring awareness and outline precautions job seekers can take during this time. Here's our recent blog post with more information.
Red Flags: Identifying a Job Scam | DoseSpot
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As we search for new jobs and better opportunities we come across dishonest job postings. While I have not been a victim of these scams so far I would like to shed some light on things to look out for and how we can all protect ourselves. Below I will list a few steps I take when vetting a potential opportunity. 1. Company Reviews : there are plenty of websites where you can view recent reviews from current or previous employees of said company. This gives you a real scope of the culture at the company and what your possible day to day tasks will look like. You can also see reviews left about fake job postings on these review sites simply google the companies name search something like : is XYZ job posting/ company legit you will see other potential or actual victims warn you about the scam . 2. Linkedin : When you are approached on here or any other method of contact ( texts , emails ) before agreeing to a interview check the companies actual website to verify that the job is actually posted . When you receive a text or email from a manager saying they saw your resume and would like to set up a interview look them up on linked in and verify that they reached out to you. Also look to see if they hold the position they claim to have. The most tell tell sign is looking on their profile to see what year they joined linkedin. Most scam accounts are fairly new. Lastly are they verified !!! 3. Verify Email : When you get a email from a recruiter actually click on the email to see if it is coming from a company email if it is not be cautious. Also look out for improper grammar and punctuation. 4. Immediate Hire : If they send you a offer letter without doing a initial screening and you don't meet anyone from the company be weary. 5. Giving Away Personal Information : If they start asking for your social or banking information without even hiring you first , or if they state they need to send you a check to deposit into your account to purchase equipment RUN !! Companies will either send you equipment or ask you to provide your own never give out your personal information. I hope this information is helpful to anyone looking for new opportunities . Remember to take your time vetting these companies do not let your desire for a new job make you so desperate that you will jump at the first offer without verifying it. I know what a relief it can be to finally land a new job after such a long wait just take a deep breath and remain neutral. Best of luck to all on the job hunt . #dataentry #bevigilant #bethorough #wegotyourback
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Guarding Your Career: How to Spot Job Scammers and Protect Yourself from Being Scammed. Are you a University or College Fresher? Have you been seeking for job recently? Please read this, might help you along the way. 🧠 LinkedIn is an amazing platform where networks are built, where great people with great minds are showcasing their success and helps young minds to learn best from them. ⚠️ In today's competitive job market, opportunities abound, but so do potential pitfalls. So many scammers are now pretend to be hiring agent's or someone who wants to help. Below are some tips that will be of help along the way. 💡 Communicate via LinkedIn first. If someone really wants to hire you or connect you to hiring manager's sh/he will not ask for your phone number. I have done several interviews before being where I work right now, thanks to LinkedIn but I've never been asked to give my phone number. 💡 Profile Reviewing. Review the profile of anyone who offered you a position or try to help you out even before accepting a sent connection request. check for their recent activities, use your instincts I bet you find something unusual if they are not who they claim to be. 💡 Avoid sharing your email. Not only ending up being job Scammed, you may easily enter in the risk of being phished through sharing your email to strangers. It can led to be sent malicious links that can harm you in one way or the other. 💡 Accept offer from reputable companies or individuals. Hiring manager's in LinkedIn have an official label. 💡 Don't pay to get hired. There's no companies which demand money 💰 to hire you. 💡 No matter how desperate you're, do not act hastily. Be sure to share Your Wisdom! 🧠 in the comments below and help others navigate the world of job-seeking safely and successfully. Let's protect our community together! 💼💪 #business #freshers #hiring #management #technology #Construction #public #avoidScam #interview #JobSeekerSafety #CareerProtection
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Job searching? Be sure to check out this article by Alex K. to learn ways to protect yourself from scams while trying to find your next job.
How to avoid scams while job-hunting online, according to career experts
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