Avoiding Employment Scams
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How Not to Be Scammed: Introduction
When looking for work it is important to be aware of the types of job and employment scams that exist. Scams often promise a lot of income for little or no effort. Or they ask that you pay for training or materials before providing employment.
There are many ways people can try to scam you into providing financial or personal information by fraudulent means. Popular scams can come to you by email sent by people you don’t know. Employment scams are also posted on websites such as Craigslist, and on other well-known job sites. Employers may also try to take advantage of people who are not familiar with local employment standards by making illegal deductions from pay or forcing unpaid overtime work.
Tip: In most cases, if a job offer or business opportunity seems too good to be true, it usually is.
This guide offers you strategies on how to avoid scams and protect yourself when looking for work.