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WARNING SIGNS
6
A JOB POSTING
IS FAKE
Prezi presentation adapted from content by JT O'Donnell; original available at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/6-warning-signs-job-posting-fake-jt-o-donnell/
Why do fake job postings exist?
WHY
As the number of people searching for jobs increases, unfortunately, so does the number of scammers.
With scams on the rise, it's important to be able to tell a fake job posting from a real one.
Who uses these fake postings?
Why they exist
Before telling you how to spot a fake job posting, it's important to talk about why they exist in the first place.
Typically, there are 5 types of people that will use these fake listings to their advantage.
Companies that like to have resumes on file
Companies
Hiring managers use these backup resumes in case a position becomes available in the future that they need to fill quickly.
Employers that are testing the waters and gauging the current talent pool
Employers
Sometimes they might also use resumes to know if their current employees are applying elsewhere.
Managers that like unfair hiring practices and want to take advantage of the system.
Managers
Unfortunately, some employers use fake job postings to practice discrimination when choosing candidates and may also use it to practice unfair pay.
Spammers
Spammers
These individuals will use the email address you provided on the job posting to sell it to other people or organizations.
Thieves
Identity thieves
These criminals will use your information and identity for their personal gain.
Importance
Importance
WARNING!
It’s important to remember these potential scams when applying for a role so you can spot them face and mitigate personal risk.
SIGNS
6 common signs the job isn't real
Contact information can’t be found in a Google search
Grammatical errors & spelling mistakes
Personal information is required immediately
It sounds too good to be true
No company information
Money is involved immediately
Branding
Employment branding
While it's true that not every job posting that does have one of the signs is fake, one of these signs is nearly always right.
If there is no employment brand to be found, then 99% of the time, there is no real job.
Research
Scared that posting is fake? Look for employment branding.
The moment you become suspicious of a company, Google them. If there is a lack of an employment brand or digital content that showcases what it's like to work there, that is a telltale sign this company and job don't exist.
Move on
Move on
You should look for validation and proof that a job exists, and this shouldn't be something that is a struggle to uncover. If there are no traces of proof, it's best to move on and focus your job search efforts elsewhere.
Where can you do your research on companies?
RESEARCH
Finding more information about a company's workplace culture and employment branding shouldn't be a difficult task.
Here are 5 platforms all job seekers should use to investigate a company before applying online.
1
First, search for the company's page to learn more about its legitimacy.
2
Then search for employees who work there with similar job titles.
3
This is a great way for you to understand the different types of people the company hires.
This is a goldmine for job seekers who want to know if a company is real, and what current and previous employees think about the company and its management.
Glassdoor
You can find anonymous employee reviews, salaries, and details on the interview process.
Indeed offers a service similar to Glassdoor. While it might not offer as much information as the former does, it should definitely be on your list.
Indeed
Social media channels
Social
media
Most companies that are actively hiring will engage audiences on their social media profiles. Check for any employees sharing or promoting the company's content.
Consider it a red flag if a company hasn’t posted in years or doesn't have a social media account.
Company website
Check out the Careers page of a company website, but you shouldn't stop there.
Also, check out the About page and research the founders and executive team on LinkedIn to see if they are legit.
Website
Additionally, this is a great way to get a sense of the people and culture of a potential employer.
The best chance of getting hired is not applying online
INTERVIEW ODDS
A 3%-chance slim.
Unfortunately, even if you did your due diligence, and the company is genuine, the chances of you getting an interview is very slim.
ATS
How can it be so low?
Too many people are applying online and the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) that sort through the applications are more likely to toss you out of the running for a variety of reasons.
Proactivity
Proactivity
If you're serious about finding a job, your efforts should be focused on a proactive job search strategy that includes an interview bucket list and a targeted networking strategy.
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