EP 3121 Job scams are now a $2 billion annual industry, and scammers are using real company names to steal your identity and your savings.

• 00:00 — Introduction

  The hosts discuss the high stakes of the modern job market, noting that job scams now account for an estimated $2 billion in annual losses.

• 01:03 — The Modern Job Scam

  A breakdown of how scammers have moved past clunky phishing emails to sophisticated brand impersonation to steal identities or money.

• 01:53 — Know What’s Legitimate

  An explanation of the two types of real recruiters: Headhunters (external, commission-based scouts) and Corporate Recruiters (internal HR employees).

• 03:22 — Red Flag Checklist

  Specific warning signs to watch for, such as bad grammar, high-pressure tactics, and job offers that arrive without a single interview.

• 04:45 — The SSN Question

  A deep dive into the "gray area" of Social Security Numbers. While you should never give a full SSN, it explains why some legitimate agencies ask for the last 4 digits to track applications in their systems.

• 05:45 — Verification Toolkit

  A step-by-step investigation process: scrutinizing email domains, checking LinkedIn profiles, and calling the company’s official phone number.

• 07:12 — Final Takeaways

  The "Trust but Verify" mindset and a reminder that a real recruiter has nothing to hide and will respect your due diligence.

  
  

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