Why Tech-Savvy Millennials Fall For Job Scams — Here’S A Checklist To Keep In Mind

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TeamLease Services’ Chief Business Officer Mayur Taday has shared tips to prevent oneself from falling for a job scam, especially for millennials. Here is the checklist to keep in mind

More than 55 percent of Indian job seekers surveyed by a hiring platform faced scams in the process of job hunting and millennials aged 20-29 were the most exposed to such frauds, a recent report suggests.

While the HR industry is the most vulnerable, most job seekers get fraudulent job offers, according to the Job Index Report 2022, released last week by a chat-based direct hiring platform Hirect.

Raj Das, global co-founder and CEO of Hirect India, said millennials are considered internet literate and tech-savvy. But research shows they are the ones who are more prone to scams as compared to the older generation.

“Traits unique to the millennial generation might have made it much more likely for them to fall victims. Millennials are too trusting and carefree while searching for jobs online,” he told CNBCTV18.com.

Das said millennials are often lured by fake ads that promise high salaries and perks, but in reality, they end up losing their money or getting scammed.

TeamLease Services’ Chief Business Officer Mayur Taday has shared tips to prevent oneself from falling for a job scam.

Here is the checklist to keep in mind:

1. Don’t fall blindly to a job banner on social media. Try to identify the website URL and check the website. From the quality and content on the website, it is easy…

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