Avoiding scams and job fraud
When people are worried about money or eager to get ahead, they may take more risks and become victims of fraud and scams. Here are some websites with advice about employment scams, fraudulent businesses, fake money-making schemes and identity theft.
Employment scams are a costly trap for job hunters The Ontario Ministry of Government Services cautions job hunters not to give money to anyone who promises employment. Be cautious if you are asked to:
- pay for specialized job training in exchange for "guaranteed" employment
- pay an upfront fee to a job placement company to obtain a dream job
- pay an upfront investment fee for a not-to-be-missed business opportunity
Schemes and scams A warning from RBC about "Job" Fraud Scams that often require applicants to forward money from one bank account to another. How these scams work.
Getting personal on your resume Does your resume include information that puts you at risk for junk mail, spam, scams or identity theft? Tips to protect you from Monster.ca
Scams and schemes in work and employment services Includes job search scams, about career management companies, identity theft and work-at-home scams from Riley Guide.
Security center: expert advice on avoiding online fraud Make extra cash at home! No experience necessary but earn big money! Earn hundreds in your spare time! How to avoid losing money to job scams and fraud. This advice from Monster outlines simple security precautions for evaluating job postings on Monster and other job sites and job opportunities that you may receive unsolicited by email.
Job search safety advice Tips from Service Canada about responding to online employment postings. Useful for resumes.
Small business Canada: business scams Business scams such as multi-level marketing (MLM) scams, internet scams, work at home scams, and other money making scams.
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While exiting, remember it takes hard work.
– Avoid any offer that promises you’ll make a lot of money for very little work.
– Don’t rely on a money-back guarantee. Con artists rarely give money back.
– Be wary of testimonials or endorsements.
– See if the Better Business Bureau has a Reliability Report on the company.
– Never give a credit card, debit card or checking account number to any person or company that promises employment. If they wantyou to pay them it’s a scam!
– Keep a positive attitude. You are likely to fail a few times before you learn the ropes.
A comprehensive list can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/WorkTipsOnline