I was on the podcast “Young Professionals Career Catalyst” with host Shelley Maley. Please subscribe to her informative job search and career podcast.
We explored the pervasive and troubling issue of job scams. I wanted to share the entire interview here on the podcast.
Together, we dissect the various job scams targeting younger generations, such as job phishing and resume looting, and their devastating effects on individuals and their careers.
I share how scammers manipulate modern technology and social engineering techniques to exploit job seekers’ vulnerabilities. I offer practical advice on identifying potential scams, protecting personal information, and the crucial steps to take if you have been victimized.
I hope you continue to equip yourself with the knowledge to safeguard your personal information and avoid deceptive job offers.
To more about navigating today’s job search and practical advice, listen to this week’s podcast episode, “The Voice of Job Seekers.”
You can watch our conversation if you prefer:
Here are highlights of the show:
10:01 - 12:00: Populations most affected by job scams and their reasons.
12:01 - 16:00: Insights into job fishing and other scam techniques.
16:01 - 19:00: Breakdown of how scammers utilize personal information.
19:01 - 22:00: Various job scam warning signs and red flags.
22:01 - 25:00: The challenges AI poses in identifying scams.
25:01 - 28:00: Recommendations for protecting oneself post-scam.
28:01 - 34:00: Real-life job scam scenarios and prevention tips.
34:01 - 36:00: Importance of critical thinking and verifying recruiter authenticity.
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