Proper procedure
Greetings all, I have been searching for an online job since about the end of January. I finally received a response, but I cannot help to feel some skepticism about it. My info was applied to a job site, yet the "employer" is causing me to question the legitimacy of the hiring process. I received the first response via text and email, the second and third the same. What's more is that in one or more of the responses there were some grammatical errors and I am supposed to be a virtual assistant for a legal holdings firm. Maybe I am being a little bias, but I have come to expect lawyers, doctors, entrepreneurs, and reputable companies to have a better grasp of grammar and representation that makes you want to work for/with them. Am I being over the top or should I do more investigation to rule out any scams?
Just Beware ! There are ALOT of scams online, you just gotta trust your gut. If it's too good to be true it usually is. Just keep your head up and stay positive. You'll find the right job. Good Luck in your search :)
Just Google the Company/ it's that simple.
More than one of these types of odd and questionable emails can be a sign that scammers are working hard to see just much bait you will take before they hit you with asking for personal info, money, or even sending attachments for you to open that could dump spy ware on your computer. I don't think in this age of computers you can be too cautious. And they texted you?? That alone is really weird.
What is the business? Did they give you a number you can call? What are they asking or directing you to do?
TaKendra,
Notifications that reflect grammatical errors can usually be a sign of a scam. However, it depends on what "company" is contacting you, and is it through a staffing agency or an actual company?
There are some staffing agencies that have recruiters with poor communication which can include broken grammar, but you will need to research this. Try doing some research on the company if you have their information. If you're asked to take part in any "google hangouts" during the interview process, then you discontinue the process as that is a scam. Good luck!
It's a scam.