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Tips for Recognizing Work . Home Scams.
As a work from home enthusiast, I've come across many deals I thought were simply too good to be true . Some, sadly, I fell for - others I quickly recognized for what they were and avoided them! Below are a few tips for recognizing SCAMS...$aving you time and money.
If you believe you've been SCAMMED, immediately report it to the Federal Trade Commission. If they've used the U.S. Mail for scamming...that's yet another charge against them! See http://www.ftc.gov.
TIP #1: RESUME / CV REQUEST
REAL employers will always asks for a resume and *proof* of your knowlege and skills (typing speed, references, certification, etc). If they do not ask for proof...proceed with caution! Real employers usually will not say, "No Experience Necessary" - why go to the trouble and expense of training novices when experienced workers are easily found? And...how would you receive the necessary training from home? Hmmmm.
TIP #2: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
REAL employers always provide a postal address or fax number for you to send the requested resume or CV to. They do not usually list their phone numbers. If they did, there would be no end to the amount of calls they would receive - not only from the curious but also from those not qualified or those who's relative / friend would be "simply perfect for the job."
Who has the time or manpower to deal with endless phone calls when the time could be better spent reviewing resumes and hiring for the actual position! So, be aware of those opportunities that list phone numbers...they usually SELL you information on how to apply for a certain type of position or with a certain company.
For example:
Stuff Envelopes, 1-800-xxx-xxxx.
Type Ads, 1-888-xxx-xxxx.
Research Court Documents - 1-900-xxx-xxxx.
TIP #3: TELECOMMUTING and OJT?
REAL employers usually offer the option of telecommuting AFTER a period of on the job training has expired (unless it's a field you already have extensive experience or training in). It's virtually impossible, not to mention time consuming, to train someone offsite. Again, no way could a "No Experience Necessary" offer be legitimate.
TIP #4: SALARY
REAL employers usually do not list salary - they ask YOU to provide salary requirements or salary history. They definitely do not ask for an investment, a deposit, ask that you purchase a "kit," or pay an equipment or supply fee. I recommend avoiding companies that "happen" to have just a piece of equipment you need in order to complete a "paid project" for them. Don't be scammed - avoid these opportunities completely!
QUICK RECAP:
* Avoid jobs that offer an exhorbiant such as $50 per hour or $3,000 per month.
* Avoid jobs that include only a phone number with no postal address or fax number.
* Avoid jobs that do not clearly state the qualifications or skills required.
* Avoid jobs that claim "no experience necessary."
* Avoid jobs that request an investment, deposit, purchase of a "kit," etc.
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Copyright © 2001, Kaliannah Shirah. All Rights Reserved.
Kali is a freelance writer for several on and offline publications.
She specializes in work at home career guidance for women.
She also pens romances and short stories. Visit her website to
download free career ebooks, etc! http://www.kaliannah.com
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