As we mentioned earlier, it’s vital to know where you are searching for these scammers as well; a few good places include WeChat and local Chinese websites like Clist. On those platforms there will be scams lurking in various different areas - so don’t just look at the usual suspects – but also take note of people asking about work or jobs they have on offer, because if you then ask what kind of job it is that often leads to an answer such as “you’ll learn more when we meet” which can turn out badly and end with some big loss - so be careful how this develops. Also another thing could happen; after chatting for a bit longer than expected about work in the company – they try sending you CV or resume from them, then ask that it is sent back to their email address “live”, basically meaning "now". If there’s anything out of these processes which doesn’t quite add up - and bear this point particularly closely because one can lose his/her job if not careful.
The art in avoiding employment scams starts with an eye for detail; a few things you should be looking at when reviewing applications are whether they have asked too much information about your personal details or financial situations. The last thing to look out is where exactly the “job” itself takes place - and always take note of this especially if it’s in person – because these scammers can give such high pressure that one tries running off fast, you might also find yourself quickly becoming a ‘recruiter’. Don’t let them push any buttons.
The next thing to look out for is whether the job will be "off site" or “face-to-face” - there’s often an implication of certain importance attached thereto from such requests – after all people can get somewhat more easily into trouble in these situations and thus are asked why not, so take care how you go about that. The best way to avoid scams is by being prepared; looking out for some warning signs when approaching the interview - especially if it happens off site.
Another important thing here might be what exactly they ask from your Curriculum Vitae – because there’s often a lot of confusion or mis understanding in terms “from” and "about" which may not necessarily indicate that job is being offered to you immediately but also includes many other jobs. It's therefore very easy for scammers posing as legitimate companies offering employment opportunities, so it becomes vitally important when going through the process - ask questions like ‘what type of work they offer’ or 'are there any long hours involved' because this might be a critical junct which tips you off.
As well; don’t just stop at looking up company name on internet search engines – check other resources too such as local Chinese business directories, and make sure that the information given by them is correct. You should also take into account your own abilities to understand what could potentially occur after this meeting - there are plenty of examples where people got in a scam unwittingly because they didn’t want it or couldn't tell when their ‘work’ would actually start.
When going through some application forms for jobs you can usually get an idea whether the job is genuinely offering something by seeing “what type” (or kind) work your expected to do. That way, if there’s anything which doesn’t quite match up - such as promises of unusually high wages or bonuses that seem too good and are most certainly not in line with other figures given on average for similar roles then it should raise suspicions.
In a conclusion: Avoiding scams starts by being well-informed; after all who hasn't had some experience at least once, where he tried to “beat” an opponent into thinking quicker? The art of avoiding employment scams is therefore about the mindset that you must have - preparedness and constant alert. Scams will come but only as long they are not out there looking for themselves – so always be ready because if we aren’t all then who else can do this kind work?.
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