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7. Spot job scams

Warning signs

Scam

It might be a scam if:

  • A recruiter contacts you out of the blue by text message or an app such as WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram.
  • You are told you can earn a high income from home with little effort.
  • The hiring is quick, with no interview or talk about your experience and references.
  • You are told to top up an account with your own money or cryptocurrency to complete tasks.
  • The job involves moving money, making purchases or receiving packages for someone else.
  • You must pay a “recruitment fee” or for training materials before you start.

SourceScamwatch — jobs and employment scams

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