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How to spot a fake job
A few weekends ago on my national radio show, I shared an amazing gig that pays up to $65 an hour being an AI tutor. You’ll help the chatbot refine answers, prompts and images. Now my inbox is overflowing with people asking how to apply. Here are the sites to check out!
Many of you thought that it was a fake job. No, it’s legit. Fake job posts are everywhere. They might just waste your time, but they can also scam you out of cash and personal info.
How many job posts are fake?
Uh, a lot! About 20% of postings right now are “ghost jobs” aka roles that don’t exist. The field with the most fakes? HR roles.
An active job board makes it look like a company is growing. Nearly two-thirds of hiring managers say it boosts revenue and helps improve morale. Wow, 84% of employers contact applicants who apply for fake positions just in case something opens up later.
🚩 Red flags
Look out for generic job descriptions. Vague phrases like “competitive pay” or “rapid career growth” may signal no real budget or role. Ghost jobs pop up and disappear fast just to stay in search results.
Pro tip: To check a job status on LinkedIn, go to Jobs > My Jobs > Applied. If you see “No longer accepting applications,” but that same listing just got reposted, it might be fake.
🛑 Watch out for scams
Ghost jobs aren’t the only issue. Scammers love using fake listings to line their pockets with your paycheck. For starters, research the company before you reply. Scammers mimic big names by slightly misspelling the URL. Here are some other tricks:
- Weird application process: Legit jobs don’t ask you to apply via personal email or chat apps like WhatsApp or Messenger.
- Too good to be true: If you’re offered a job you never applied for, rushed through an interview and pressured to accept, run.
- Personal info requests: No real employer asks for bank details, Social Security numbers or passports before hiring.
Trust your gut. If something feels off with a job offer, move on. If you’ve been scammed, file a complaint with the FTC. You can also let your state’s attorney general know. Find info on yours at naag.org.
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